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Maci Smedley

@macismedley

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Food safety specialist dedicated to ensuring compliance and quality.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to enhance food safety practices and contribute to quality assurance in a collaborative environment.

As a dedicated Food Safety Specialist with a Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Industry from Kansas State University, I have developed a strong foundation in food safety regulations and compliance. My experience includes working with Dairy Farmers of America, where I maintain identity-preserved foods certification documentation and collaborate with certification representatives to ensure all programs meet regulatory standards.

Previously, I served as a Food Safety Specialist at Spicin Foods, where I evaluated food manufacturing practices and maintained compliance with international and national food regulations. My role involved developing training programs for new employees and assisting in investigations regarding customer complaints, showcasing my commitment to quality and safety in food production.

Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience as a Food Safety Intern at various organizations, where I developed Preventive Controls plans and trained employees on food safety practices. I am passionate about ensuring food safety and quality, and I continuously seek opportunities to enhance my skills and contribute to the industry.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Regulatory Affairs Certification Specialist

Current

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.

May 2021 - Present (4 years 1 month)

Maintains identity-preserved foods (IPF) certification documentation for the Ingredient Solutions division, covering about 20 dairy production facilities. Collaborates with IPF certification representatives to ensure programs meet all regulations set by the certifying agency.

Regulatory Compliance Documentation Management Training Supply Chain Management Organic Certification Halal Certification

Food Safety Specialist

Spicin Foods, Inc.

Mar 2020 - Present (5 years 3 months)

Evaluated food manufacturing practices to determine compliance with international and national food regulations, including BRC, FSMA, HACCP, and GMP. Maintained the company's food safety documentation and developed new employee training programs.

Food Safety Programs GMP Documentation Documentation Management

Food Safety Intern

Alma Creamery

Apr 2019 - Present (6 years 2 months)

Evaluated food manufacturing practices to develop a Preventive Controls plan for all company food products. Developed supporting food safety documentation and procedures to ensure compliance with FDA's FSMA and GMP regulations.

Quality Assurance

Food Safety Intern

Kansas State University Dairy Plant

May 2018 - Present (7 years 1 month)

Inspected food manufacturing practices to develop a Preventive Controls plan for all milk, cheese, and ice cream products. Generated necessary food safety documents to ensure compliance with FSMA and GMP regulations.

Documentation Training

Student Worker

Kansas Value Added Foods Lab

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 5 months)

Consulted FDA microbiological testing methods and peer-reviewed journal articles to assist in developing testing procedures. Performed and analyzed microbiology-based experiments testing product shelf-life and food processing efficiency.

FDA Data Analysis Food Processing Efficiency

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kansas State University

Bachelor of Science, Food Science and Industry

Grade: Cum Laude

Graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Industry. Focused on the scientific principles and industrial applications within the food sector.