Vanessa Stewart
Summary
QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER
I am highly experienced in quality assurance, control, and monitoring, specialized in multiple industries ensuring quality in the design and implementation of processes such as Quality Management Systems (QMS) including ISO 22000, ISO 9001, EIA, HACCP, BPM and Food Analysis.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Engineer
SICE ANZ
11.2022 - Current
- Performed routine preventative quality checks in design, software development, project procurement, installation, and testing and commissioning areas collaborating with different departments and Product Engineers
- Defined, updated, and implemented quality standards, specifications, processes, and procedures to automate and control the generation of project and corporate documentation
- Established inspection criteria and monitored processes to ensure Compliance and Quality rates are met
- Conducted risk assessments, proposed mitigation actions, and followed through until issues were resolved
- Managed an effective Non-Conformance Report (NCR) process, investigated, and resolved non-conformances through Root Cause Analysis Reports (RCA) to ensure these issues do not occur again
- Coordinated, organized, and conducted audits and inspections to verify compliance with project plans, and specific contract requirements, such as safety system audits.
Quality Assurance Officer
BTF Biomerieux
05.2020 - 11.2022
- Conducted line clearances, inspected, and released raw materials and finished products, ensuring compliance with corporate guidelines
- Managed process improvement initiatives, performed internal audits, and oversaw culture collection and environmental monitoring
- Generated Certificates of Analysis and investigated deviations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Senior Quality Control Specialist
BTF Biomerieux
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted quality control testing of Bioball batches, maintaining a clean and efficient laboratory environment in line with good practices
- Managed adherence to testing schedules, communicated variances to production managers, and ensured compliance with HSE protocols
- Contributed to projects such as Brisbane Agar and New Stoppers, developing SOPs and investigating root causes of issues
- Provided technical guidance to team members, managed QC scheduling, and analyzed OOS results to support QC Manager in managing deviations.
- Developed robust training programs for staff to enhance their understanding of quality control protocols and techniques.
Sample Receipt Officer
SGS Australia – Environment, Health & Safety
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Supported management in maintaining SGS's analytical capabilities for soil, water, and air samples, ensuring timely services and customer satisfaction
- Responsibilities included sample handling, registration, and traceability in accordance with quality and accreditation standards
- Provided training and support to team members, maintained cleanliness to prevent contamination, and ensured compliance with safety and quality protocols, as well as company policies and ethical standards.
Manufacturing Scientist
Genea-Biomedx
- Managed various aspects of production line operations, including formulating and inspecting intermediates and culture media to uphold quality standards, while utilizing QSOPs and QWINs software for record-keeping
- Conducted equipment calibration, maintenance, and aseptic procedures like HSA dialysis and culture media formulation
- Oversaw 100% inspection, labeling, sealing, and storage processes, alongside staff training and routine cleaning for ISO compliance
- Additionally, managed stock requirements, ensuring material expiry compliance, while completing manufacturing tasks according to protocols, maintaining facility logs, and facilitating audits
- Actively contributed to process improvement initiatives, engaging in trials of new processes and collaborating with the Quality Group to troubleshoot issues, showcasing dedication to enhancing operational efficiency and product quality.
Omega3 Assistant
Tecnológica de Alimentos S.A. -TASA Omega
- Supervised and inspected the safety and quality of raw materials and processes involved in extracting and refining fish oil to ensure compliance with food safety and quality regulations
- Coordinated with plants to ensure quality assurance of crude oil, maintained traceability and storage standards, and requested sampling and analysis of Omega fish oil, keeping records of results
- Ensured compliance with the Inspection Plan and alerted any deviations from specifications or manufacturing practices during the refining process
- Performed state control of packaging materials and ingredients, conducted random control of packaging processes, and inspected finished products in warehouses to ensure proper storage and good practices
- Verified shipment conditions, reported incidents, and conducted quality and BPM audits for the Omega 3 Refined Fish Oil Processing Plant and Cylinder Manufacturing Plant
- Issued statistical reports on quality control and followed up on the final destination of fish stearine by-products
- Audited traceability and sanitary storage conditions of crude oil, reviewed loading and unloading procedures, and developed procedures for oil quality assurance
- Provided BPM training to staff, developed projects for automatic traceability and control in SAP oil, supported R&D oil tests, and participated in implementing ISO, GMP, and HACCP standards in the crude and refined oil line
- Developed and managed quality indicators via QV.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Majoring in Fisheries Science and Aquaculture/Industrialization. -
Federico Villareal National University
Master of Marine Sciences and Resource Management -
National Taiwan Ocean University
Master of Environmental Management. -
University of New South Wales
Skills
- ISO/IEC 22000 Food Safety Management
- ISO/IEC 9001:2000 Quality Management Systems
- ISO/IEC 14001
- ISO/IEC 45001
- GMP/GHP & HACCP Systems
- Quality auditing
- Environmental auditing
- Environmental Impact Statements
- ISO/IEC 17020:2005 Inspection Management
Professional Development
- Laboratory trainee - Biomolecular Analysis, Federico Villareal National University, At the Laboratory of Molecular Biology, I conducted DNA analysis for fish population monitoring, product tracing, and pathogen detection, contributing to industry sustainability and safety. Utilizing molecular biology techniques such as PCR and isothermal amplification, I optimized assays and characterized biomolecular conjugates. Additionally, I contributed to patents, grants, and scientific publications, showcasing our lab's advancements. Known for meticulous documentation and data analysis, I prepared detailed reports and provided valuable insights to project strategies, driving impactful research outcomes.
- Environmental and Microbiology Trainee, Federico Villareal National University, As part of the Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Microbiology at UNFV, I lead projects focusing on diagnosing and controlling pollutants in diverse environmental mediums, collaborating with the Institute of the Sea of Peru. My role involves analyzing environmental pollution and water quality, conducting microbiological assessments, and coordinating chemical, physical, and bacteriological analyses of water and wastewater. I interpret results, prepare analytical reports, and ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices. Additionally, I conduct performance testing, manage stock inventory, and ensure the safe handling of laboratory materials in adherence to safety protocols.
Publications
Tougard C, García Dávila CR, Römer U, Duponchelle F, Cerqueira F, Paradis E, et al. (2017) Tempo and rates of diversification in the South American cichlid genus Apistogramma (Teleostei: Perciformes: Cichlidae). PLoS ONE12(9): e0182618. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0182618.
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Engineer
SICE ANZ
11.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance Officer
BTF Biomerieux
05.2020 - 11.2022
Senior Quality Control Specialist
BTF Biomerieux
05.2019 - 05.2020
Sample Receipt Officer
SGS Australia – Environment, Health & Safety
04.2018 - 05.2019
Manufacturing Scientist
Genea-Biomedx
Omega3 Assistant
Tecnológica de Alimentos S.A. -TASA Omega
Bachelor of Engineering - Majoring in Fisheries Science and Aquaculture/Industrialization. -
Federico Villareal National University
Master of Marine Sciences and Resource Management -
National Taiwan Ocean University
Master of Environmental Management. -
University of New South Wales
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