Helena Morales Hernández
Food Industry Engineer
Córdoba,Veracruz
Summary
Thorough Quality Assurance, Research and Development Manager creates successful quality assurance strategies and processes. Accomplished at identifying deficiencies and initiating solutions to problems. Experienced performing both process and outbound inspections.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
QUALITY ASSURANCE, FOOD SAFETY AND R&D MANAGER
CAFINCO
06.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor product quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Established robust quality documentation systems that ensured traceability throughout entire production lifecycle.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential quality issues.Implemented corrective action plans based on audit findings, resulting in measurable improvements over time.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process and system improvements.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary project teams to deliver complex research projects on schedule while meeting established budget constraints.
- Increased team productivity with effective prioritization, organization, and time management practices.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
QUALITY AND PLANT MANAGER
ERGOUX GROUP
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Design and Implement Food Safety Management System for Plant Based Food Factory.
- Established and tracked quality department goals and objectives.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor product quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Established robust quality documentation systems that ensured traceability throughout entire production lifecycle.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects and conducted risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential quality issues.
- Streamlined audit processes by creating detailed checklists for inspections, leading to consistent evaluations across board.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on food safety regulations and best practices, ensuring continuous compliance within organization.
- Devised and administered cost control initiatives saving $500,000 per year.
QUALITY AND PROCESS COORDINATOR
PEPSICO MÉXICO FOOD
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Developed and implemented process improvement initiatives to enhance overall productivity and reduce waste.
- Monitored equipment maintenance schedules, coordinating repair work when necessary to minimize downtime and maintain optimal productivity levels.
- Overcame challenges posed by tight deadlines and resource constraints by devising innovative strategies for streamlining processes.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings by analyzing existing procedures and reallocating resources more efficiently.
- Streamlined processes by implementing efficient workflow strategies and reducing bottlenecks in production.
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
PROFUSA
Zamora
01.2014 - 06.2016
- Plan, execute and close projects focused on new products or continuous improvement in search of cost reduction focused on formulation, process and packaging
- Led multidisciplinary teams through complex projects from idea generation to final product delivery, identifiying customer needs and preferences: 60% of the proposals offered to clients were accepted
- Secured grant funding for high-impact research projects by crafting compelling proposals that showcased company's capabilities.
- Championed intellectual property protection, ensuring proper patent filing and legal compliance for all projects.
- Enhanced product quality by identifying gaps in existing research methodologies and implementing improvements.
- Evaluated competitor products to identify areas for differentiation and potential competitive advantages in new developments.
- Established strong relationships with internal and external partners to secure necessary resources for successful project execution.
MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR
THE KELLOGG'S COMPANY
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Led continuous improvement initiatives by soliciting feedback from employees and incorporating their suggestions into manufacturing process where feasible.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing Lean Manufacturing principles and streamlining processes.
- Strengthened performance metrics tracking and analysis to enhance tactical and strategic company plans
- Implemented cost-saving measures, resulting in significant reduction in operational expenses: Savings over 5% of compressed air consumption through time and motion analysis; Savings over 5% in packaging consumables through effective time management strategies
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
- Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
- Weight standardization process implementation and parametrization
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve production goals and optimize workflow.
Education
MA Quality and Productivity Systems -
Universidad Tec Milenio
Querétaro 01.2014 - 05.2016
Engineering in Food Industries -
Institute Technologic of Studios Superiors De Monterrey
Querétaro 01.2002 - 05.2007
Skills
Operations Management
Product Standards Establishment
Technical Staff Collaboration
Team building and development
Safety Management
Production Scheduling
Design thinking
Certification
Normas AIB, BRC SQF, Kosher y Halal.
Accomplishments
- Implemented a comprehensive talent development program for R&D Technicians that increased their productivity by 25% and reduced employee turnover by 10% within two years.
- Documented and resolved quality product which led to increased sales by 5 % and reduced waste along with the process 10% with 1 year.
Timeline
FSVP
01-2024
PCQI
01-2023
QUALITY ASSURANCE, FOOD SAFETY AND R&D MANAGER
CAFINCO
06.2021 - Current
HACCP Alliance (2020)
03-2020
QUALITY AND PLANT MANAGER
ERGOUX GROUP
01.2018 - 05.2020
QUALITY AND PROCESS COORDINATOR
PEPSICO MÉXICO FOOD
01.2017 - 12.2017
Green Belt - Six Sigma and Design of Lifetime Studies and Sensory Evaluation
06-2016
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
PROFUSA
01.2014 - 06.2016
MA Quality and Productivity Systems -
Universidad Tec Milenio
01.2014 - 05.2016
MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR
THE KELLOGG'S COMPANY
01.2012 - 12.2013
Engineering in Food Industries -
Institute Technologic of Studios Superiors De Monterrey
01.2002 - 05.2007
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