Jordan Rivera

Experience

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  California State University, Fullerton

  Dec 2013 - May 2015

  Undergraduate Research Scientist

  In depth studying and investigations into plant physiology, specifically towards conductivity, interactions of water and the vessels carrying them during daily activity or under water stress. In previous projects I have assisted in attempting to prove the "Cell Pump Theory" as a physiological/biochemical method plants use in order to remove nano air bubbles also known as embolisms. I have specialized in using a device provided from ICT International Australia designated as a Sap Flow Meter (SFM) used for calculating sap flow and velocity using the Heat Ratio Method (HRM). Current project focuses primarily on using the HRM for proving embolism formation in plants in a nondestructive manner. Trained in Laboratory Safety from Environmental Health and Safety (EHS). Trained in long-term sample preservation, recording water potential in encased pressure units, and Confocal microscopy to image sugar and starch granules. Advanced training with Excel to develop statistical information regarding raw data as well as generating visual graphs for interpretation and explanation. Additional training on developing multiple unique stains and dyes used in our experiments while identifying certain chemical compounds. Show less

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  CKE Restaurants, Inc.

  Jul 2015 - Apr 2018

  Directly responsible with CKE’s supplier facility inspections and approvals in North America following strict protocols and expectations. Also charged with documentation collection and review. Operated with USDA inspector during product validation for exporting product received in the global market. Worked closely with the regional federal government trade specialist during specific investigations and update/review with changing global regulations. Operated daily with Supply Chain and Culinary Innovation to develop business operations with suppliers and create products following strict safety guidelines, from production floor, through distributions companies to guest perception at restaurants. Provided testing services and evidence to Operations for developing new procedures following state and federal food safety regulations. Assisted other global regional QA managers and traveled accordingly to enforce name brand expectations and provide guidance of “gold standard processes” of CKE proprietary manufacturing procedures. Developed new internal procedures to automate and improve performance of the positions capability and expanded role to include additional responsibilities not previously withheld. Show less Primarily responsible with providing scientific evidence and information of product compliance to verify consistency of product and most importantly, food safety. Operated closely with managers during non-conformances to reach a resolution and corrective action with the products manufacturer. In turn, a large variety of product knowledge was acquired from facility inspections and approvals following review of HACCP plans, SOP’s, mock recalls, and a great deal more as expected from CKE QA’s strict expectations. Ranging in food products from beef, pork, poultry, sauce, produce, bakery, packaging, and many more. Daily operation, maintenance, and chemical/equipment stock was an additional responsibility. Equipment ranged from fat and moisture analysis (CEM), titrations, water activity (Aw), Brookfield Viscometers, pH, and other wide varieties of tools to perform a physical assessment on any product. Provided specification targets and ranges for products used in corporate contracts. Show less

  • International QA Manager

    Feb 2017 - Apr 2018

  • QA Technologist

    Jul 2015 - Jan 2017
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  West Coast Prime Meats

  May 2018 - Mar 2020

  Quality Assurance Manager - Document Control Coordinator
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  Sam's Club

  Jan 2021 - now

  Quality Control Manager