Janet Owens
Lynchburg
Summary
Detail-oriented Quality Technician experienced in quality assurance and production environments. Achieved high inspection accuracy and operational efficiency through advanced skills in data analysis, root cause analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Focused on enhancing product quality and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Lab Technician
PurposeBuilt Brands
Manchester
06.2026 - Current
- Conducted quality tests on raw materials and finished products.
- Operated laboratory equipment for accurate sample analysis.
- Calibrated laboratory equipment including balances, centrifuges, viscometers and pH meters.
- Documented test results and maintained quality control records.
- Maintained laboratory records such as test results, calibration data and instrument logs.
- Reviewed and updated standard operating procedures for accuracy.
Quality Assurance
Schwann Cosmetics
Murfreesboro
10.2025 - 06.2026
- Performed detailed quality inspections on finished products, including verification of barcodes, seals, graphics, labeling, and overall product integrity.
- Maintained quality documentation and entered production data in SAP systems to support compliance and traceability.
- Investigated quality concerns, identified defects or foreign materials, and initiated corrective and preventive actions to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Monitored production flow for quality assurance purposes.
- Performed quality assurance checks on customer service processes..
- Evaluated quality assurance data for accuracy and completeness.
Quality Tech
Nesco Resource
Shelbyville
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Resolved discrepancies prior to final distribution, ensuring adherence to high-quality production standards.
- Performed quality control inspections on finished products, verifying color accuracy, wording, formatting, and dimensions for printed diplomas, achieving full compliance with company standards.
- Inspected products for quality standards and compliance with specifications.
- Conducted tests using calibrated equipment to ensure product integrity.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate records of findings.
Quality Technician
Reyes Coco Cola
Tullahoma
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Conducted quality inspections on production lines to ensure compliance with standards.
- Conducted meticulous quality checks to ensure product consistency.
- Utilized testing equipment to analyze product samples for quality assurance.
- Monitored production processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Ensured lab equipment was calibrated and compliant with inspection protocols
- Documented inspection findings and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
- Conducted root cause analysis on non-conforming parts, identified corrective actions, and reported findings to management.
- Researched and logged quality performance data within database system.
- Maintained records of all inspection activities, including reports and data collection sheets.
- Maintained lab cleanliness and safety standards.
- Compiled laboratory test data and performed analyses.
Production Technician
Aspen
Manchester
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Monitored packaging processes to maintain weight and labeling compliance, ensuring product quality.
- Conducted routine quality inspections to guarantee defect-free output, contributing to overall production standards.
- Operated machinery to assemble and package products efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of production equipment and workspace.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
Quality Technician
Franke
Manchester
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Identified quality issues early, preventing costly errors.
- Identified quality issues early, preventing potential production delays.
- Reviewed part dimensions and documented anomalies to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues and improve processes.
- Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality issues, enhancing overall product reliability.
- Inspected components and recorded results with 100% accuracy in Excel logs.
- Documented test results in accordance with established procedures.
Line Attendant
Great Lakes Cheese
Manchester
05.2016 - 05.2022
- Maintained line efficiency, ensuring safe and precise operations.
- Communicated product defects to the production team for resolution. and corrected minor issues before escalation.
- Operated processing equipment to ensure efficient cheese production.
- Monitored quality control measures for product consistency and safety.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of work areas.
Quality Assurance
Frito Lay
Fayetteville
10.2011 - 05.2016
- Ensured safety and precision in operations while maintaining line efficiency.
- Identified defects and resolved minor issues to prevent escalation.
- Monitored print production processes to ensure quality assurance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Full Gospel Academy
MemphisSkills
- Laboratory testing
- Quality control
- Quality inspections
- Test result analysis
- Process inspections
- Audit inspections
- GMP auditing
- ISO standards
- Calibrate equipment
- Testing protocols
- Chemical handling
- Laboratory safety
- Laboratory testing
- Data documentation
- Data interpretation
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Verbal communication
- Documentation
Timeline
Quality Lab Technician
PurposeBuilt Brands
06.2026 - Current
Quality Assurance
Schwann Cosmetics
10.2025 - 06.2026
Quality Tech
Nesco Resource
08.2025 - 10.2025
Quality Technician
Reyes Coco Cola
06.2024 - 06.2025
Production Technician
Aspen
01.2024 - 06.2024
Quality Technician
Franke
05.2022 - 01.2024
Line Attendant
Great Lakes Cheese
05.2016 - 05.2022
Quality Assurance
Frito Lay
10.2011 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Full Gospel Academy