Simona Raugiene
Shrewsbury ,United Kingdom
Summary
Experienced Food Technologist with a strong focus on Quality Assurance and production within a food manufacturing environment. Skilled in QA processes, including product inspections, compliance checks, and identifying and reporting non-conformances. Solid understanding of HACCP and food safety standards, with a consistent focus on maintaining high product quality. Currently supporting QA activities and ready to progress into a QA Champion role to contribute to continuous improvement and quality excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
QA Technician
ABP UK
Shrewsbury
2023.05 - 2026.03
- Same above.
QA Technician – Maternity Cover
ABP UK
Shrewsbury
2023.04 - 2023.05
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team to implement corrective actions.
- Monitored product standards and quality control.
Process Controller / Shift Coordinator
ABP UK
Shrewsbury
2022.01 - 2023.04
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Arranging shift staff in production.
General Operative
Staff Line
Shrewsbury
2021.06 - 2022.01
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Head of the Homeowners Association
Molainiu st. 104th association
Panevėžys
2018.07 - 2021.03
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
Production Manager
UAB „Duonos riekė”
Pandėlys
2020.04 - 2020.09
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Production Manager
MB „MPP”
Panevėžys
2019.03 - 2020.04
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
Production Manager
UAB „Dagemos confectionery”
Panevėžys
2017.03 - 2018.03
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
Confectioner
UAB „Enerlita”
Panevėžys
2015.06 - 2016.06
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Caretaker of wild animals
UAB „Blue fox”
Užpaliai
2014.07 - 2015.05
- Check animals daily and monitor their health.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Veterinary Food Safety
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
Kaunas 2018.09 - 2019.06
Diploma of Higher Education - Food Technology
Utena college
Utena 2014.09 - 2018.06
Chef training program
Technology & Business School
Kupiškis 2010.09 - 2014.06
Skills
- Research analysis
- Quality assurance
- Product development
- Strategic decision-making
- Microsoft Office
- Team management
- HACCP compliance
- Non-conformance identification
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Collaborative communication
- Time organization
- Procedure adherence
- Continuous improvement
Certification
- 2021-10 Food Safety RQF
- 2021-11 First Aid at work
- 2024-10 HACCP level 2
- 2024-10 Internal Auditing level 2
- 2025-04 Excel Intermediate
- 2025-04 Food Safety level 3
- 2025-11 Lean Six Sigma
- 2025-11 Health & Safety level 2
Languages
Lithuanian – C2
Beginner (A1)
A1
English – C2
Beginner (A1)
A1
Russian – A2
Beginner (A1)
A1
Hobby/Interest
Cooking, Traveling, Books
Timeline
QA Technician
ABP UK
2023.05 - 2026.03
QA Technician – Maternity Cover
ABP UK
2023.04 - 2023.05
Process Controller / Shift Coordinator
ABP UK
2022.01 - 2023.04
General Operative
Staff Line
2021.06 - 2022.01
Production Manager
UAB „Duonos riekė”
2020.04 - 2020.09
Production Manager
MB „MPP”
2019.03 - 2020.04
Certificate of Higher Education - Veterinary Food Safety
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
2018.09 - 2019.06
Head of the Homeowners Association
Molainiu st. 104th association
2018.07 - 2021.03
Production Manager
UAB „Dagemos confectionery”
2017.03 - 2018.03
Confectioner
UAB „Enerlita”
2015.06 - 2016.06
Diploma of Higher Education - Food Technology
Utena college
2014.09 - 2018.06
Caretaker of wild animals
UAB „Blue fox”
2014.07 - 2015.05
Chef training program
Technology & Business School
2010.09 - 2014.06