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
05.2023 - 03.2026
- Same above.
QA Technician – Maternity Cover
ABP UK
Shrewsbury
04.2023 - 05.2023
- 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
01.2022 - 04.2023
- 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
06.2021 - 01.2022
- 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
07.2018 - 03.2021
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
Production Manager
UAB „Duonos riekė”
Pandėlys
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Production Manager
MB „MPP”
Panevėžys
03.2019 - 04.2020
- 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
03.2017 - 03.2018
- 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
06.2015 - 06.2016
- 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
07.2014 - 05.2015
- 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 09.2018 - 06.2019
Diploma of Higher Education - Food Technology
Utena college
Utena 09.2014 - 06.2018
Chef training program
Technology & Business School
Kupiškis 09.2010 - 06.2014
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
05.2023 - 03.2026
QA Technician – Maternity Cover
ABP UK
04.2023 - 05.2023
Process Controller / Shift Coordinator
ABP UK
01.2022 - 04.2023
General Operative
Staff Line
06.2021 - 01.2022
Production Manager
UAB „Duonos riekė”
04.2020 - 09.2020
Production Manager
MB „MPP”
03.2019 - 04.2020
Certificate of Higher Education - Veterinary Food Safety
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
09.2018 - 06.2019
Head of the Homeowners Association
Molainiu st. 104th association
07.2018 - 03.2021
Production Manager
UAB „Dagemos confectionery”
03.2017 - 03.2018
Confectioner
UAB „Enerlita”
06.2015 - 06.2016
Diploma of Higher Education - Food Technology
Utena college
09.2014 - 06.2018
Caretaker of wild animals
UAB „Blue fox”
07.2014 - 05.2015
Chef training program
Technology & Business School
09.2010 - 06.2014