Ewelina Bak
Birmingham,West Midlands
Summary
Dedicated quality assurance and control specialist with expertise in product inspection, defect analysis, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in supporting internal and external audits, coordinating supplier quality, and driving process improvements. Skilled in data recording, reporting, root cause analysis, and team mentoring to enhance operational efficiency. Committed to upholding food safety standards while fostering continuous improvement within teams.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Ready Meal Specification Checker (Quality)
Tesco Stores
2020.01 - 2026.05
- Conduct detailed checks on ready meals against product specifications and on-pack instructions
- Assess packaging integrity, labelling accuracy, and compliance with quality standards
- Perform sensory analysis (appearance, smell, texture, taste) to ensure product quality meets required benchmarks
- Identify deviations from specifications and escalate issues in line with quality procedures
- Accurately record inspection outcomes, supporting traceability and audit readiness
- Ensure all assessments align with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements
Product Quality Assessor
Tesco Stores
2010.09 - 2026.05
- Conducted product quality assessments across a wide range of goods within a high-volume distribution environment
- Verified product compliance against specifications, demonstrating strong analytical and detail-oriented skills
- Maintained accurate and organised records to support internal audits and compliance checks
- Identified defects and inconsistencies, supporting corrective actions and process improvements
- Collaborated with suppliers and internal teams to ensure quality standards were consistently met
- Trained and supported new team members on quality procedures
- Key Achievement: Consistently maintained high accuracy in inspection reporting and supported successful internal compliance checks.
Quality Inspector
Sydney Hart Ltd
2009.05 - 2010.09
- Conducted inspections and recorded findings in structured reports
- Supported internal and external audits by maintaining accurate documentation
- Worked with production teams to identify and resolve discrepancies
- Ensured all records were complete, accurate, and compliant with standards
Quality Inspector
Griffin and Brand Ltd
2008.10 - 2009.05
- Assisted in monitoring production quality and recording inspection data
- Reported inconsistencies and supported corrective actions
- Maintained clear and organised records for quality tracking
Education
Master of Arts (MA) - Social Communication
Adam Mickiewicz University
Poland 2001.04 - 2008.01
Skills
- Quality assurance & quality control (QA/QC)
- Product inspection & defect analysis
- Regulatory compliance & food safety standards
- Internal & external audit support
- Supplier quality coordination
- Data recording, reporting & documentation
- Root cause analysis & problem solving
- Process improvement & continuous improvement
- Team training & mentoring
Interests
- Travelling and cultural exploration
- Outdoor activities including hiking
- Home staging and design
Additional information
Full UK Driving Licence (Category B)
Timeline
Ready Meal Specification Checker (Quality)
Tesco Stores
2020.01 - 2026.05
Product Quality Assessor
Tesco Stores
2010.09 - 2026.05
Quality Inspector
Sydney Hart Ltd
2009.05 - 2010.09
Quality Inspector
Griffin and Brand Ltd
2008.10 - 2009.05
Master of Arts (MA) - Social Communication
Adam Mickiewicz University
2001.04 - 2008.01