Lisa M Beeler, MBA, CQA

Experience

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  Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals

  Jul 2004 - Jul 2005

  Chemist

  Test products used for Raw Materials in QC Department i.e. Spiriva, Combivent, and AtroventInvestigate substances with applications to Chronic Obstruction Pulmonary DiseaseProvide meaningful feedback to QC Management regarding progress of testingDemonstrate problem analysis & problem solving abilities in Raw Material LaboratoryProvide successful general training and certification training to other analyst in FT-IR & UV Maintain accurate laboratory notebook in compliance with internal procedures Show less

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  Procter & Gamble

  Aug 2005 - Dec 2005

  Lab Technician

  Test products used for perfume development in laundry detergents i.e. Tide, Gain & DreftAssist Formulator in development of new fragrances for consumer goodsFabricate products to complex mixtures of High Density Liquid/ Granule detergentsConduct fabric/ Bundle treatment for odor evaluation of QA & Section HeadUse of analytical chemistry techniques to generate laboratory data

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  Alkermes

  Dec 2005 - Mar 2006

  QA Validation Associate

  Support the validation team with field testing of laboratory and utility systems i.e. FL1, FL2 , & BL3Perform Validation/ Prequalification in support of direct/ indirect utility systemsPerform cleaning validation to ensure consistency with protocol, SOP, and GMPCommunication with various departments: Manufacturing, Laboratory and Development personnelInterpret, generate, and report test data for Validation Department

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  Pfizer Pharmaceuticals

  Oct 2006 - Dec 2006

  QC Analyst

  Test products used for Final Product in QC Department i.e. Heparin SodiumInvestigate substances with applications to Anti-coagulate injectable productProvide meaningful feedback to QC Management regarding progress of testingDemonstrate problem analysis & problem solving abilities in Quality Control LaboratoryComplete successful general training and certification training for methods and assaysMaintain accurate laboratory notebook in compliance with internal procedures

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  Teva Pharmaceuticals

  Feb 2007 - Feb 2010

  Validation Specialist

  Support the validation and optimization of new/ existing products developed from scale-up to commercialization i.e. MegestrolOrganize data, evaluate, and prepare validation protocols and reportsPerform hands-on process/product scale-up studies as specified and experiments defined for specific productsPerform material testing using defined methods and proceduresConduct validation protocols and evaluation programs as assignedIdentify and communicates technical product and process issuesPerform product/ process studies as specified with limited supervision and guidanceDaily coordination of cleaning validation and swab activities between QC, VAL&TS, and MFG/PKG Show less

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  Bel Brands USA

  May 2010 - Aug 2014

  Quality Lead/Quality Manager

  Help improve, develop, and enforce Food Safety (FSSC 2000) and HACCP Program (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) Assist in auditing and enforce compliance with Local, State and Federal regulations.Supervise 16 Quality Technicians including Scheduling, Training, and Performance Evaluations on a daily basis.Manage QC Department in absence of Quality Manager Analyze product specifications and provide recommendations and supportAssist plant operations to assure standard operational procedures (SOP) and maintain GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).Assist in development of product specificationsControl and release raw materials, packaging, and finished product Perform other Quality Control related job functions assigned by Manager Show less

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  Dean Foods

  Aug 2014 - Aug 2015

  Quality Assurance Manager

  Assist plant operations to assure standard operational procedures (SOP) and maintain GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).Assist in development of product specificationsControl and release raw materials, packaging, and finished product Perform other Quality Control related job functions assignedImprove, perform, and develop SQF Level 3 (GFSI) Complete audits for 3rd party supplier and Kosher Certification

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  Del Monte Foods, Inc.

  Aug 2015 - Jul 2016

  Quality Assurance Manager

  Assist plant operations to assure standard operational procedures (SOP) and maintain GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).Assist in development of product specificationsControl and release raw materials, packaging, and finished product Perform other Quality Control related job functions assignedImprove, perform, and develop BRC (GFSI) Complete audits for 3rd party supplier and Kosher Certification

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  Tyson Foods

  Jul 2016 - Mar 2020

  Senior FSQA Manager (Corporate) Supplier Managment

  (Tyson Chicken, Sara Lee, RTE Meal kits, Nudge Pet Treats, Advance Pierre Deli Sandwiches, etc.) Auditing and enforcement of compliance with Local, State and Federal (FDA) regulations. Enforcing current good manufacturing practices (GMPs), all relevant company policies, GFSI/FDA/USDA regulations at Tyson Foods with quality manuals, policies, procedures, audit standards and Quality Key Performance Indicators. Evaluate new suppliers for suitability and readiness in accordance to Tyson Foods requirements Analyzing and resolving food safety and/or quality issues with sustainable corrective actions. Lead teams focused on investigation and improvement of quality issues such as consumer complaints, specification deviations, product recalls, and/or processing challenges. Work with the plant facilities and internal partners such as R&D and Procurement to manage the food safety and quality expectations for suppliers through the approval process & ongoing approval conformance. Assist in the development & implementation of Food Logiq (supplier management tools) necessary to manage the incoming documentation with increase of 37%. Show less

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  BAKKAVOR USA

  Mar 2020 - Nov 2020

  Senior Quality Assurance Technical Manager

  (Trader Joe’s Deli Salads & Ready to Eat Meals, Harris Teeter Soups & RTE Meals, ALDI Soups, Kroger RTE Meals, Lowe’s RTE Meals, etc.)Assures Quality Control/Assurance specifications for FDA/USDA/Seafood products (sensory, physical, analytical and microbial) are maintained and followed by QA team. Assures that proper visual standards are in place and inspection records are properly review and accurate.Responsible to maintain site related data and databases related to CAPA, Hold, Environmental Data, FG specifications, HACCP, and Customer Complaints. Assures successful compliance of 3rd party certifications working cross-functionally and provides technical guidance to departmental managers/supervisors.Assures post-handover activities such as plant trial are planned, communicated and executed timely and cross-functionally to Process / Product Commercialization.Managing and enforcement of compliance with Local, State and Federal (USDA/FDA) regulations.Enforcing current good manufacturing practices (GMPs), all relevant company policies, FDA/USDA regulations with quality manuals, policies, procedures, SQF audit standards, and Quality Key Performance Indicators. Show less

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  Good Feeding

  Nov 2020 - Jun 2021

  Senior Quality Assurance Manager

  (Ready to Eat Meals Infant Baby Food) Create and maintain Good Feeding’s Quality Standards and Policies, complying with local, state and federal food safety standards at all times.• Ensure quality assurance processes and systems are fully mapped and effectively implemented.• Devise and implement quality assurance procedures to inspect and report on issues accurately andon time, assessing and monitoring all aspects of the operation that affect quality.• Assure the reliability and consistency of production by auditing processes and final product.• Release product on QA Hold when it complies with specifications.• Maintain systems for checking, validating and verifying process compliance, including, but notlimited to SPC, HACCP, Food Safety Plan, Food Quality Plan and Formula Control to provide the wider team with the tools necessary for daily operations. Show less

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  Kerry

  Sept 2021 - now

  Sr. Quality Manager QHSE (Corporate) Coatings Proteins and Seasonings, Vinegar

  (Taste, Nutrition, Function, Beverage, Food, Food Service, Pharma and Biotechnology) Food Products include Vinegar, Coatings, Stocks, Broths, Seasonings, Culinary sauces, Plant Base, Rubs, Marinades, Glazes, Cheese and Dairy Powders, Smoke, and Grill Responsible for establishing the vision, leadership and ownership of the business unit platform in alignment with the North America quality platform to drive world class performance.