Ashley Winkler
Zelienople
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Site Supervisor
Spindrift
Boston, MA
10.2022 - Current
- Oversee Spindrift Sparkling production at various facilities
- Complete onsite sensory evaluation of fresh juice and finished goods
- Review analytical data for accuracy and ensure all is within specification
- Address any quality issues reported by consumers with the facility
- Assist with corporate project work such as IT software, capital investments, etc.
- Developed food safety/quality auditing program for facilities partnered with Spindrift
- Conduct onsite audits of co-packers, re-packers, and suppliers facilities to ensure compliance with Spindrift standards
Quality Assurance Manager
Con Yeager Spice
Zelienople, PA
05.2019 - 10.2022
- Developed & Implemented SQF Food Safety Certification & FSMA Compliance at multiple facility locations
- Oversaw Quality, Technical, & Sanitation Departments, developed QA Lab onsite
- Assisted with development of a container production line (evaluated equipment, line layout, training associates, etc.)
- Updated label formats and specifications to better meet regulatory compliance
- Assisted with implementation of Warehouse Management System
- Drive adherence to quality programs with non-conformances, training, and complaint investigation and resolution
Quality Assurance Manager
Castle Co-Packers
Latrobe, PA
02.2017 - 05.2019
- Implemented SQF Food Safety Certification & FSMA Compliance
- On boarded The Coca-Cola Company
- Maintained regulatory compliance with FDA, state, Organic, Kosher and customer specific audits (Trader Joe’s)
- Ensured regulatory compliance of new customers (formulations, labeling, etc.)
Food Safety/Quality Assurance Manager
Shearers Snacks
Bristol, VA
04.2013 - 04.2016
- Maintain all FSQA programs at the Bristol Facility & Distribution Center such as- SQF Food Safety & Quality Certification, Organic, Gluten Free, FDA, State Inspection, Kosher, Halal, AIB, and customer audits (General Mills)
- In charge of Quality KPIs – Total Complaints and Foreign Material
- Complete corrective action reports, analyze for trends, and gain improvement
- Assist with Continuous Improvement projects & manage quality projects
Education
Graduate Professional Certificate - Food Safety and Defense
University of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE12-2015
B.S. - Animal and Poultry Sciences
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
Blacksburg, VA05-2011
Skills
- Project management
- Compliance monitoring
- Quality assurance
- Operations management
- Facility inspection
- Team leadership
- Food Safety
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt Course, Mar 2026
- Lean Six Sigma, Yellow Belt Course, Nov 2024
- AIB Label Compliance, April 2022
- Advanced SQF Practitioner, July 2018
- Better Process Control Course, Sept. 2017
- PCQI FSMA Compliance, April 2017
- SQF Practitioner, Dec. 2013
- HACCP Certified, Oct. 2013
Timeline
Manufacturing Site Supervisor
Spindrift
10.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance Manager
Con Yeager Spice
05.2019 - 10.2022
Quality Assurance Manager
Castle Co-Packers
02.2017 - 05.2019
Food Safety/Quality Assurance Manager
Shearers Snacks
04.2013 - 04.2016
Graduate Professional Certificate - Food Safety and Defense
University of Nebraska
B.S. - Animal and Poultry Sciences
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University