Simona Nedu
Maidstone,Kent
Summary
Quality assurance professional with expertise in team leadership and process improvement. Proven ability to enhance product quality and ensure compliance with safety standards. Strong background in training staff and developing assurance methodologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior QA Supervisor
Driscoll's Maidstone
Maidstone, Kent
03.2023 - Current
- Managed QA team staffing (20 people) to ensure coverage and effective workflow.
- Provide critical feedback on fruit quality to growers, procurement, and sales teams.
- Support Technical Team on-site customer visits to assess compliance with quality standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance QA methodologies and processes.
- Drafted and refined SOPs and Work Instructions to support consistent practices.
- Supported recruitment by participating and conducting interviews and contributing to the development of a skilled, high-performing QA team.
- Provided support/cover for the Quality Operational Manager when required.
QA Supervisor
Berry Gardens Ltd
Maidstone, Kent
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Conducted detailed root-cause analysis to investigate system defects, identify triggers, and implement corrective actions to restore functionality and performance.
- Communicated findings and initiated quality control protocols across multiple departments—including Technical, Procurement, Sales, and Operational—to ensure cohesive resolution strategies.
- Participated actively in Quality Assurance (QA) meetings to review ongoing projects, analyze risks, and introduce preventive measures.
- Oversaw quality assurance procedures, ensuring accuracy and integrity of documentation while managing system compliance and data governance.
- Produced and analyzed audit reports by evaluating collected performance data against predefined quality standards to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Provided training and supervision to team members to align with company objectives, fostering culture of accountability and excellence in QA practices.
QA Assistant
Berry Gardens Ltd
Maidstone, Kent
05.2014 - 08.2021
- Ensure that product meets all quality and safety guidelines throughout entire production schedule.
- When problems arise, communicate with management and other team members, and offer viable solutions to help correct any mistakes made throughout production.
- Coordinated and participated in internal and external quality management system audits to guarantee product and quality specifications.
- Handled confidential information, maintaining discretion and integrity.
Education
Foundation Degree in Science - Health and Social Care
University of Sunderland in London
Skills
- Quality assurance expertise
- Product knowledge
- Time management expertise
- Customer relationship building
- Interpersonal communication
- Decision-Making proficiency
- Team Leadership
- Staff management
- Resource optimization
- Six Sigma Certification
- Compliance awareness
- Data evaluation
- Continuous improvement orientation
Certification
2025
Certificate of Completion - Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Course, Lean Six Sigma Institute
2025
Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification - White Belt Certification program, Lean Six Sigma Institute
2025
Lean Management Certification - Lean Management Certification program, Lean Six Sigma Institute
2023
BRCGS Certificate of Achievement - Internal Auditor, STC Ltd
2021
Managing Safety Certificate, Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
2021
Duolingo English Certificate
2018
Mathematics - Entry 2 Certificate
The City & Guilds of London Institute, Maidstone
Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Entry 2
2016
FDQ Level 2 Certificate for Proficiency in Food Industry, Hadlow College, Maidstone
Timeline
Senior QA Supervisor
Driscoll's Maidstone
03.2023 - Current
QA Supervisor
Berry Gardens Ltd
09.2021 - 02.2023
QA Assistant
Berry Gardens Ltd
05.2014 - 08.2021
Foundation Degree in Science - Health and Social Care
University of Sunderland in London
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