Dorota Truty
Summary
An adaptable and proactive quality and hygiene professional with over 20 years of experience across manufacturing, production, quality control and supervision, alongside developing expertise in industrial hygiene, cleaning validation, microbiology and GMP compliance. Having progressed from Production Operative and Trainer roles through various QC and supervisory positions into Industrial Site Hygiene, I bring a broad understanding of factory operations, quality standards and the importance of maintaining a safe and compliant manufacturing environment.
I take a practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving, with strong attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges. My current role has allowed me to build my knowledge and experience in hygiene audits, cleaning validation, microbiological investigations, root cause analysis (RCA), CAPA and contamination control. I work effectively across departments, building positive working relationships and supporting staff training, continuous improvement and compliance with quality and hygiene standards. I am keen to continue developing my technical knowledge while contributing my extensive manufacturing and quality experience to a team.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Site Hygienist
KDC/One Swallowfield
10.2025 - Current
- Conduct validation and verification of cleaning and sanitisation processes to ensure compliance with hygiene, microbiology and regulatory standards.
- Perform validation and verification of equipment design, maintenance and hygienic suitability for manufacturing operations.
- Validate hygienic material handling, manufacturing and filling processes to support microbiological control.
- Investigate microbiological issues and carry out detailed Root Cause Analysis to prevent recurrence.
- Develop, implement and monitor housekeeping and cleaning programmes, schedules and associated SOPs.
- Conduct hygiene audits to assess compliance, identify risks and drive improvements.
- Complete microbiological risk assessments to evaluate and reduce contamination risks.
- Coordinate biofilm removal programmes, including planning, execution and validation of effectiveness.
- Prepare and report hygiene, microbiology and validation-related KPIs to management.
- Support personnel training on hygiene standards, microbiology practices and cleaning procedures.
- Collaborate with KDC multinational sites on hygiene, microbiology and validation initiatives.
- Provide support to the microbiology laboratory team with routine and non-routine activities.
- Assist with microbiological environmental monitoring, including sampling, testing and data review.
- Supporting the transfer of production to a new manufacturing site, including cleaning and sanitisation validation, product quality requirements and the introduction of existing customers and products to the new site.
Quality Technician Supervisor
KDC/One Swallowfield
06.2020 - 10.2025
- Resolve day-to-day manufacturing and production quality issues to support continuous operational performance.
- Conduct audits of finished goods, including AQL inspections, to ensure product compliance.
- Ensure adherence to quality plans and internal/external quality standards.
- Manage non-conforming products, including investigation, disposition, and corrective follow-up.
- Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and process optimisation.
- Monitor, analyse, and report quality data to identify trends and drive improvements.
- Conduct GMP audits, Glass & Brittle Plastic audits, and other internal quality audits.
- Support external certification and surveillance audits, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22716, ISO 13485, and BRC.
- Support customer visits, demonstrating quality processes and ensuring customer confidence.
- Investigate customer complaints and manage communication to ensure timely and effective resolutions.
- Coordinate equipment calibration activities to maintain regulatory and internal compliance.
- Perform incoming goods inspections to ensure supplier material conformity.
- Use SAP, WinSPC, and related systems for data analysis, traceability, process control, and documentation.
- Prepare Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) for finished product release.
- Support the implementation of new products and components, including hands-on involvement in trials, validations, and production launches.
- Provide coaching and training to production teams on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
- Contribute to the development, improvement, and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS), aligned with customer requirements.
- Manage supplier-related quality issues, including investigation, communication, and corrective follow-up.
- Process and manage concessions, deviations, and change control activities.
- Maintain and control the secure storage of production records, documentation, and retained samples.
- Facilitate effective collaboration between multiple departments, including NPI, R&D, Engineering, Production, Health & Safety, and Quality Control.
Line QC Supervisor
KDC/One Swallowfield
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Supervised and trained Line QC staff, enhancing team capabilities in a fast-paced production environment.
- Investigated production quality issues, facilitating timely resolutions to minimise disruptions and uphold product quality.
- Ensured accurate collection, recording, and storage of retained samples to maintain compliance and quality standards.
- Calibrated equipment including scales to ensure accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
- Supported consistent quality standards across production lines.
- Completed daily safety and GMP check sheets.
- Ensured timely completion of documentation and rejection reports.
- Communicated effectively across production and supporting departments.
QC Goods-In Technician
Swallowfield PLC
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Assessed the quality of incoming components against required standards.
- Accepted in-specification materials and rejected or raised concessions for non-conforming items.
- Released stock from inspection status following quality checks.
- Ensured component compliance with company, customer and regulatory requirements.
- Highlighted non-conformances and supported initial problem-solving.
- Contacted suppliers and customers where required regarding inspection issues.
Line QC
Swallowfield PLC
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Performed quality checks in line with QC systems and procedures. Entered QC data accurately and on time.
- Supported continuous improvement activities on production lines.
- Completed required paperwork with accuracy and compliance.
- Evaluated production quality against established standards.
- Followed work instructions with strong attention to detail.
- Provided cover for QC Technician (Goods-In) when required.
Production Operative / Trainer
Swallowfield PLC
01.2005 - 01.2011
Education
Faculty of Law and Administration
Poland10-2005
Technical Secondary School of Economics
Poland06-2004
Skills
- Cleaning validation and verification
- Industrial hygiene and factory hygiene standards
- Hygiene audits and housekeeping programmes
- Environmental monitoring support
- Equipment and process validation
- GMP, quality and compliance
- SOP development and compliance
- Quality control and quality assurance
- Production line quality support
- RCA and CAPA investigations
- Non-conformance investigation
- Customer complaints and supplier quality issues
- Internal and external audits
References
References Available on Request.
Timeline
Industrial Site Hygienist
KDC/One Swallowfield
10.2025 - Current
Quality Technician Supervisor
KDC/One Swallowfield
06.2020 - 10.2025
Line QC Supervisor
KDC/One Swallowfield
01.2016 - 01.2020
QC Goods-In Technician
Swallowfield PLC
01.2015 - 01.2016
Line QC
Swallowfield PLC
01.2011 - 01.2015
Production Operative / Trainer
Swallowfield PLC
01.2005 - 01.2011
Faculty of Law and Administration
Technical Secondary School of Economics