PAULA BAUER
Saxonburg
Summary
Quality Assurance Manager/Director with 20 years of experience in quality control and assurance. Proficient in auditing, monitoring quality requirements, and ensuring compliance with company standards and customer specifications. Skilled in contract review, including government contracts, to guarantee all quality requirements are met. Recognized for strong work ethic, adaptability, and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while delivering exceptional service.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Manager/Director
Integrated Transparant Systems
Elkhart
05.2020 - Current
- Maintained records of all test results and monitored trends to detect potential issues early.
- Conducted root cause analysis on non-conforming materials to determine corrective actions.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance policies and procedures to meet industry standards.
- Trained personnel on new technologies to enhance product reliability and safety standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to devise strategies for improving product quality.
- Analyzed data from quality control testing to identify improvement areas.
- Facilitated meetings with customers regarding product specifications and quality-related topics.
- Oversaw supplier quality assurance programs, including audits and performance evaluations.
Quality Assurance Manager/Director
Ibis Tek
Saxonburg
09.2004 - 05.2020
- Achieved ISO certification by developing a comprehensive quality system recognized by independent registrar.
- Analyzed product quality and manufacturing processes to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Implemented ISO 9000 quality systems, defining business practices that improved operations.
- Coordinated production line operations, ensuring effective communication between management and employees.
- Reviewed regulatory guidance to guarantee compliance with corporate risk management standards.
- Trained and mentored project leaders to foster a total quality mindset across production.
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to secure support for key initiatives and funding.
- Led audits and data entry training while administering government Area Work Flow and Irapt.
Skills
- SAGE ERP systems
- Quality assurance and control
- Root cause analysis
- ISO certification and standards
- Regulatory compliance
- Supplier audits and quality standards
- Policy development and implementation
- Employee training and development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Training record management
- Requirements traceability
- Material safety data sheets (MSDS)
- Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) compliance
- Specialized packaging expertise
- Certificate of conformance approval
- ASTM and MIL standards adherence
- Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Internal and supplier audits
- Safety training programs
- Compliance monitoring and reporting
- Coatings inspection techniques
- Team leadership and building
- Performance evaluation methodologies
- Audit coordination and reporting
- Quality assurance guidance and support
- QA documentation management
- Document control processes
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Attention to detail in QA processes
- Data collection and analysis for QA purposes
- Best practices in quality assurance
Certification
- ISO 9001-2008 and 2015
- Internal
- Supplier
References
See attached reference list as well as letters of recommendation
Accomplishments
- Supervisor for 15+ inspectors
- Created and Maintained Quality Management System (to include training)
- Expert in Ballistic Glass requirements & inspection
- Successfully passed 14 years of Customer and ISO audits
- Established an excellent and ongoing positive rapport with colleagues and customers.
Additional Quality Related Work Experience
II-VI Inc, Filmtronics, CMC Machine
Timeline
Quality Assurance Manager/Director
Integrated Transparant Systems
05.2020 - Current
Quality Assurance Manager/Director
Ibis Tek
09.2004 - 05.2020
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