Maria Linares
El Mirage
Summary
Experienced Quality Assurance and Food Safety professional with over 8 years of experience in food manufacturing and retail production environments, including 4+ years in leadership roles at JBS Foods. Skilled in food safety compliance, GMPs, SSOPs, internal audits, quality control management, team leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional. Production supervisor experience, improve operational efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
JBS Foods
Tolleson, AZ
09.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow between departments to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Trained and mentored staff on equipment operation and production processes for improved performance.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and minimized waste in production lines.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
Quality Assurance / Food Safety Supervisor
JBS Foods
Tolleson, AZ
07.2017 - 09.2025
- Lead and oversee quality assurance technicians to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
- Implement and monitor quality control procedures to identify and resolve production issues.
- Collaborate with production and operations teams to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Conduct food safety training programs focused on GMPs, SSOPs, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives that reduced overtime costs and operational inefficiencies.
Quality Lead
JBS Foods
Tolleson, AZ
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Supervised quality assurance technicians and ensured adherence to food safety standards.
- Assisted with audits, inspections, and corrective actions to maintain compliance.
- Worked closely with cross-functional departments to resolve product quality concerns.
Data Entry Specialist
I Memories
Scottsdale, AZ
02.2016 - 04.2017
- Performed data entry and verification to maintain accurate and complete records.
- Resolved data discrepancies and improved overall data accuracy.
- Managed multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
Returns Merchandise Authorization (RMA)
LMI Solutions
Phoenix, AZ
02.2016 - 04.2017
- Handled customer concerns professionally and resolved issues in a timely manner.
- Prepared reports and documentation for management as requested.
Janitor Cleaner
Jani King
Avondale, AZ
08.2013 - 01.2016
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout facilities.
- Performed deep cleaning of carpets, upholstery, and common areas.
- Ensured proper disposal of waste according to company policies.
Education
Diploma - undefined
Peoria High School
Peoria, AZ05.2009
Skills
- Food Safety & Sanitation Practices
- Quality Control Management
- GMPs & SSOPs
- Internal Audits
- Team Leadership
- Continuous Improvement
- Problem Solving
- Regulatory Compliance
- Quality Inspection
- Equipment Calibration
- Temperature Control
- Record Keeping
- Decision Making
- Data Documentation
- Material Inspection
- Safety Procedures
- Production targets
- Staff management
- Production and processing
- Staff development
- Raw materials
- Inventory oversight
- Housekeeping oversight
- Staff supervision
- Safety procedures
- Computer skills
Timeline
Production Supervisor
JBS Foods
09.2025 - Current
Quality Lead
JBS Foods
06.2020 - 06.2022
Quality Assurance / Food Safety Supervisor
JBS Foods
07.2017 - 09.2025
Data Entry Specialist
I Memories
02.2016 - 04.2017
Returns Merchandise Authorization (RMA)
LMI Solutions
02.2016 - 04.2017
Janitor Cleaner
Jani King
08.2013 - 01.2016
Diploma - undefined
Peoria High School