ABIGAIL VALLENTE MEÑOSA
Tudela,Philippines
Summary
Detail-oriented Quality Assurance Specialist with background in quality monitoring and compliance verification. Achieved consistent adherence to GMP and HACCP standards through rigorous internal audits and corrective actions. Focused on enhancing product quality and operational efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Specialist
San Miguel Foods
09.2022 - Current
- Quality Monitoring & Inspection
- Conducts in-line and post-process inspections of products to ensure conformity to specifications
- Monitors critical control points (CCPs) and quality checkpoints across processing stages
- Performs carcass validations, defect verification, and compliance assessments
- Identifies recurring defects such as retained organs, feathers, discoloration, contamination, and trimming issues
- Audit & Compliance
- Performs internal audits to verify adherence to GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards
- Ensures compliance with customer-specific requirements (e.g., global quality systems standards)
- Verifies traceability systems and documentation accuracy
- Supports external audits and accreditation processes
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Consolidates and analyzes defect data (daily, monthly, YTD performance)
- Prepares detailed quality performance reports per plant
- Tracks trends, defect percentages, and recurring non-conformities
- Provides management with data-driven insights for decision-making
- Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA)
- Leads root cause analysis for quality deviations
- Recommends and monitors corrective and preventive actions
- Ensures immediate containment actions are implemented when necessary
- Follows up on recurring issues to prevent defect accumulation along the process flow
- Process Improvement
- Collaborates with production and operations teams to improve process efficiency
- Identifies flawed implementation at process points and recommends standardisation
- Supports continuous improvement initiatives to reduce reprocessing volume and product shrinkage
- Delivered training sessions for toll plant personnel on quality assurance best practices, enhancing team competency.
- Maintained composure under pressure to meet quality demands in fast-paced, deadline-driven production environments.
- Monitored compliance with ISO 9001 standards throughout all stages of production and delivery.
Laboratory Custodian
Liceo de Cagayan University
Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided assistance to faculty members in the preparation of laboratory apparatus, materials, necessary reagents or chemicals needed in class for scientific experiments
- Conducted inventory of laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure availability for experiments and teaching
- Trained in handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous substances
- Enforced safety rules and regulations to promote a safe laboratory environment
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of facility and laboratory tools and equipment to support efficient operations
- Managed phone calls and emails for staff, allowing senior members to concentrate on critical tasks.
- Entered and verified computer data to create reliable records.
- Created presentations and printed important documents to prepare for staff meetings.
Intern
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental
04.2019 - 05.2019
- Assisted in preparation of liquid media for water quality testing, ensuring accuracy and reliability of test results
- Maintained cleanliness and functionality of laboratory equipment, contributing to effective testing processes
- Demonstrated high energy and enthusiasm while working in a fast-paced laboratory environment
- Demonstrated reliability with consistent attendance and punctuality, supporting smooth laboratory operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Liceo de Cagayan University
Cagayan de Oro, MSR01-2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Silliman University
Dumaguete, NER01-2018
Secondary -
San Isidro Academy
Tudela, MSC01-2015
Primary -
San Isidro Academy
Tudela, MSC01-2012
Skills
- Quality monitoring
- Internal auditing
- Compliance verification
- Process control
- ISO compliance
- Technical documentation
- CAPA management
- Training facilitation
- Data review
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Willingness to learn
- Deadline management
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Quality Assurance Specialist
San Miguel Foods
09.2022 - Current
Laboratory Custodian
Liceo de Cagayan University
05.2021 - 07.2022
Intern
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
04.2019 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Liceo de Cagayan University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Silliman University
Secondary -
San Isidro Academy
Primary -
San Isidro Academy