Tracy Parlee

• Increased overall output by effectively managing resources and prioritizing tasks according to deadlines.
• Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
• Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
• Performed half hour and hourly quality checks throughout runs.
• Inspected product for packaging QC controls.
• Set up and tore down packaging machinery for product change overs.
• Adhered to proper GMP processes for safe food handling.
• Followed procedure for cleaning and sanitizing production equipment.
• Maintained tidy and orderly work station.
• Adhered to all safety regulations. Ie: proper PPE at all times, respect for and solid understanding of warehouse/forklift pedestrian safety.
• Used pallet jacks to transport product to warehouse.

QC TECHNICIAN

• Visually inspected quality of cured cannabis using stereoscope.
• Performed moisture analysis for lot release.
• Performed disintegration, weight uniformity and hardness testing on softgels for lot release.
• Maintained lab cleanliness.
• Performed weekly verifications on balances and micropipettes.
• Helped prepare solutions and samples for the HPLC and GC units.
• Poured and prepared media plates using streak plating and pipetting methods.
• Read and recorded observations after incubation.
• Sterilized tools and components using autoclave.
• Received in process samples in LIMS for in-house and third party testing.
• Maintained inventory and proper site designation in SAGE.
• Ensured lab sample cage was kept tidy and well organized for samples that were in process, awaiting CofA results, Health Canada retentions, requiring re-weighs post testing and tested samples pending waste.
• Communicated testing requirements with third party testing and in-house testing labs.
• Kept accurate and up to date records of all in process test samples using Excel spreadsheets.
• Prepared packages to be shipped out and coordinated with Purolator and warehouse to ensure delivery.

PHYSICAL TESTING SUPERVISOR

• Created CofA's for rapid moisture testing and visual inspection of in process product.
• Assisted in writing NC's / CAPA's when necessary.
• Ensured my team was up to date with all ENSURE training.
• Organized daily game plan with supply chain and production planners.
• Worked alongside team to ensure goals and targets were met.
• Maintained transparent communication and updates with team and applicable departments.
• Conducted regular team and one-on-one meetings to help guide and support professional growth and development, address issues / implement ideas.
• Ensured safety training was up to date, understood and followed.
• Attended daily operational meetings and weekly check-ins with my manager.
• Interviewed, onboarded and trained new team members.

• Operated high speed filling equipment in an aseptic / sterile filling suite.
• Setup and teardown of machinery and daily sterilization of ceilings, walls, floors, tools and equipment.
• Conducted environmental monitoring for microbial contamination using various methods including swabs, RODAC and settle plates along with EMS software.
• Collected in-process line testing samples in accordance to ANSI standards and collected water / IPA samples for in-house micro testing.
• Experienced with FDA and Health Canada audits.
• Meticulous in “Right First Time” documentation.
• Operated high speed Jones Cartoner, Optel vision system and laser labeler.
• Able to stay focused during repetitive tasks while maintaining a high level of quality.
• Troubleshoot, problem solve, and take corrective actions.
• Maintained up to date training with SOP / work instructions.
• Assisted on production lines in encapsulation, Tab/Cap, bottle fill and hand-pack using various machines and equipment. (IMA, UHLMAN, FETTI)
• Used hand trucks to transport items.