Daniel Villasana
Pomona
Summary
Dynamic QA Supervisor with a proven track record at City Brewery, excelling in SOP writing and CAPA management. Spearheaded initiatives for FSSC 22000 certification and enhanced QA protocols, showcasing strong leadership and quality auditing skills. Committed to driving excellence in laboratory operations and team development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QA Supervisor
City Brewery
Irwindale
08.2023 - Current
- Write SOPs on new laboratory procedures
- Led initiative to enable QA staff to achieve TTB Chemist certified
- Manages lab schedule, staff responsibilities and hiring/training of new personnel
- Support HACCP supervisor to achieve and maintain FSSC 22000 certification
- Assist in facilitating monthly EHS/Food Safety training
- Manage third party proficiency testing for laboratory
- Ensure all equipment undergoes PM services on a regular basis
- Complete CAPAs and RCAs as requested
- Led implementation of new ATP monitoring system throughout brewery
- Works with QA Manager to balance department budget
- Travels to customer sites to collaborate on setting up new QA protocols
QA Coordinator
City Brewery
Irwindale
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Generate and email weekly reports to customers
- Collect and verify TTB Compliance documentation
- Set up and train the brewery on our Sensory Training Program.
- Communicate Analytical/Sensory/Micro reports to customers, and address product defects.
- Work with customers to set up new QA protocols
- Work closely with shipping department to ensure retains are shipped out on time. Maintain shipping log.
- Maintain library of incoming COA Library for all ingredients.
- Assisted in Gluten Free certification(GFCO) audit
QA Specialist
City Brewery
Irwindale
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Perform microbiology testing on raw materials/ingredients, finished goods, plant water, etc.
- Conduct analytical chemistry tests on all completed batches prior to and after being packaged
- Set up sensory evaluations on tank release, in-progress samples and finished goods
Molecular Production Lead
DiaSorin Molecular LLC
Cypress
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Prepare and Formulate multiple assay solutions including COVID-19, Flu A/B & RSV, Bordetella, Streptococcus, etc.
- Formulate and package Controls and Primer Pairs for PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) Assays.
- Set up and operate a Capmatic Automation machine
- Complete and verify all necessary documentation in a timely manner, assuring that all GDP is satisfactory.
- Work with other departments including R&D, QC, and Technical Operations in order to manufacture and validate new products.
Manufacturing Lab Technician
ASP/Johnson & Johnson
Irvine
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Manufacture Biological Indicators (BI) which are primarily used by hospitals and surgeons to ensure a complete and effective sterilization when performing decontamination processes using an autoclave or other sterilization procedures.
- Worked on all manufacturing processes, which include, but are not limited to, preparing nutrient agar media, collecting spore crops that have been seeded and incubated, secondary inoculation, and harvesting.
- Account for all raw materials via SAP software.
- Completed monthly PM checks on equipment.
- Assist Scientists with opening and closing out CAPA reports.
R&D Chemist (Thin Film Technology)
T.T. Electronics
Fullerton
01.2011 - 08.2016
- Worked closely with engineers attempting to produce cutting-edge resistor, conductor and dielectric inks to be used for circuit boards and other applications.
- Regularly used and maintained Viscometer equipment.
- Participated in an ongoing training process of adjusting ink rheology through a variety of organic vehicles, resins, glass, and solvent combinations.
GC/MS Chemist I
Weck Laboratories Inc
City of Industry
12.2005 - 11.2010
- Performed soil/liquid extraction procedures in accordance with EPA standardized methods in an organic laboratory which required clear comprehension of dozens of MSDS.
- Analyzed several methods including, but not limited to Herbicides, Pesticides, Volatile Organics, Fuel Hydrocarbons and PCBs via a GC and GC/MS.
- Assisted with both wet chemistry and radio chemistry departments along with helping operate and maintain a HPLC units.
Education
Chemistry (B.S.) -
California State Polytechnic University
Pomona, CA01.2009
Natural Sciences in Natural Science (A.S.) -
Citrus College
Glendora, CA01.2005
High School Diploma -
Walnut High School
Walnut, CA01.2005
Skills
- SOP writing
- Quality auditing
- FSSC 22000 certification
- CAPA management
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
Certification
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Expert Certification, 01/01/26, Present
- Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced Excel Certifications, 01/01/26, Present
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, 11/01/25, Present
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, 06/01/25, Present
- HACCP Certification, 01/01/26, 01/01/29
Timeline
QA Supervisor
City Brewery
08.2023 - Current
QA Coordinator
City Brewery
05.2022 - 08.2023
QA Specialist
City Brewery
06.2021 - 05.2022
Molecular Production Lead
DiaSorin Molecular LLC
01.2020 - 06.2021
Manufacturing Lab Technician
ASP/Johnson & Johnson
06.2019 - 01.2020
R&D Chemist (Thin Film Technology)
T.T. Electronics
01.2011 - 08.2016
GC/MS Chemist I
Weck Laboratories Inc
12.2005 - 11.2010
Chemistry (B.S.) -
California State Polytechnic University
Natural Sciences in Natural Science (A.S.) -
Citrus College
High School Diploma -
Walnut High School