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Alex North

@alexnorth

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Quality Assurance Supervisor dedicated to food safety and quality.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role in a company that values quality and safety, offering opportunities for professional growth and team collaboration.

I am a dedicated Quality Assurance Supervisor with extensive experience in ensuring food quality, safety, and nutrition for the global populace. My career has been driven by a commitment to continual improvement, where I see setbacks as opportunities for growth. I have successfully managed teams and implemented systems that enhance operational efficiency and compliance with industry standards.

Throughout my career, I have held various leadership roles in quality assurance, including positions at Keurig Dr. Pepper and Ingredion. My expertise includes managing teams, conducting audits, and developing strategies to improve facility performance. I take pride in building trust within my teams and fostering an environment where challenges are met with innovative solutions.

With certifications such as HACCP and SQF Practitioner, I have a strong foundation in food safety regulations and practices. I am passionate about using my skills to contribute to organizations that prioritize quality and safety in their operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Quality Assurance Supervisor

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Keurig Dr. Pepper

Nov 2024 - Present (7 months)

Managed a team of five direct reports and utilized SAP daily for essential tasks. Built trust with an experienced team by actively listening to pain points and resolving issues effectively.

Team Management SAP Inventory Management Production Scheduling Problem Solving

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Ingredion

Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Managed a team of five direct reports across 24/7 coverage, ensuring compliance with 3rd party and governmental audits and regulations. Responsible for analyzing product data, identifying trends, and developing strategies to improve facility performance.

Team Management Regulatory Compliance Data Analysis Performance Improvement

Quality Assurance Manager

Ascend Wellness Holdings

Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Created and implemented a Cannabis Safety and Quality (CSQ) system for the site. Wrote Standard Operating Procedures for all departments within the facility, collaborating with department heads and subject-matter experts.

Quality Management Systems SOP Development Regulatory Compliance Team Leadership

Quality Assurance Manager

Archer Daniels Midland

Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 2 months)

Led a team of five direct reports, maintaining product quality and organizational KPIs. Conducted internal food safety audits and worked with external regulatory agencies through 3rd party audits.

Team Leadership Quality KPIs Regulatory Compliance

Quality Assurance Manager

PURIS

Dec 2017 - Present (7 years 6 months)

Attained SQF Practitioner, PCQI, and HACCP certifications, and created and maintained a Food Safety program to meet or exceed SQF level 2 and FSMA requirements. Achieved SQF Version 8, level 2 certification for the facility in less than a year.

Food Safety SQF HACCP Root Cause Analysis Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician

Wacker Bio Solutions

May 2014 - Present (11 years 1 month)

Performed aseptic inoculation techniques to test samples for pharmacological specifications, utilizing SOLERIS incubators and performing confirmation testing. Used HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and spectrophotometry daily for analysis.

Aseptic Technique GCS)UV Vis Spectrophotometry Quality Control