Luis Garcia-Garcia

Developed, implemented, and maintained Quality Management System in collaboration with plant operations.

Hired and trained quality assurance staff to enhance departmental capabilities.

Oversaw daily workflow and scheduling within the department for optimal productivity.

Conducted timely and constructive performance evaluations for team members.

Managed development and compliance of quality evaluation systems according to policies and regulations.

Created inspection methods and procedures for evaluating product precision and production equipment accuracy.

Led auditing processes to identify deficiencies and ensure corrective actions were executed promptly.

Generated reports on quality assurance program statuses to management, highlighting opportunities for improvement.

• Lead implementation of Quality and Food Safety programs to meet corporate, regulatory, and third-party certification standards
• Conduct internal GMP audits; manage customer complaints and corrective actions
• Supervise QFS department, ensuring team performance and resource optimization
• Liaise with government and customer auditors; prepare responses and documentation
• Maintain SharePoint sites, SOPs, quality manuals, and documentation systems

• Ensured traceability and documentation within ERP systems for inventory and batching
• Assisted in audits, CAPA investigations, and updates to QFS programs
• Supported QA Manager in monitoring non-conformances and training initiatives

• Supervised QA team (10 technicians, 2 leads); developed training manuals and OPLs
• Managed Non-Conformance Reports, CAPAs, GMP audits, and rework tracking
• Led quality inspections, production line support, and audit readiness
• Participated in customer presentations and compliance documentation

• Conducted internal audits (cGMP, FSMA, SQF), managed QA personnel and customer complaints
• Maintained compliance with Kosher, Halal, Organic certifications
• Supervised lab operations, nutrition panel creation, and verification testing
• Acted as backup to QA Manager for recalls, pest control, training, and regulatory compliance

• Conducted daily product and water system testing, calibration, and quality audits
• Supported environmental testing, procedure development, and data reporting

• Developed formulas, produced batches, and managed inventory control and maintenance tasks

• Led production team; conducted hourly QA inspections to meet client specs and production goals