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Pamela Colden

Petersburg

Summary

Quality control professional with robust background in ensuring product integrity and compliance. Skilled in analytical testing, process optimization, and documentation. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and driven to achieve consistent, high-quality results. Proficient in identifying defects, maintaining safety standards, and utilizing quality management systems.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Technician/Lead Technician

Ancos/Rice Industries
09.2025 - Current
  • Conducted thorough inspections daily of raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Implemented quality control procedures, improving defect detection rates 75% by refining inspection techniques.
  • Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues, enhancing overall product reliability.
  • Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
  • Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests. Also enhanced product quality by identifying defects in a timely manner. Investigate any questionable results.
  • Trained new team members on proper quality control techniques, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
  • Conducted quality inspections of work areas to ensure safe and clean environments to ensure compliance.
  • Reduced customer complaints by proactively addressing potential issues before products left the facility.
  • Improved communication between departments by acting as a liaison between production and engineering teams on quality matters.

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ICQA Manager

Amazon
12.2023 - Current

Oversaw the Inventory Control and Quality Assurance team at Amazon. Ensured accurate inventory levels, implemented process improvements by 20%, and maintaining high standards of quality control to support fulfillment operations. Work as a liaison between different departments throughout work center.

Warehouse Operations Quality Assurance

Sams Club Distribution
03.2023 - 12.2023
  • Lead a award winning team in warehouse operations, focusing on efficiency and accuracy and Quality Assurance.
  • Developed strategic plans that increase productivity through optimized warehouse layout and inventory management.
  • Streamline shipping and receiving operations, cutting lead times and improving supply chain efficiency by 50%.

Warehouse Quality Assurance Manager

Walmart Distribution
05.2014 - 05.2019
  • Oversaw quality assurance operations, streamlining procedures in receiving, order picking, packing, and dispatching.
  • Executed comprehensive inventory audits, establishing control measures that minimized stock variances.
  • Rolled out a new warehouse management system, improving inventory precision and expediting order processing.
  • Led and developed a team of 50, ensuring peak productivity and adherence to organizational standards.
  • Organized and managed the distribution of donations to various charitable entities.

Education

Associates - Business Administration

Strayer University
Richmond, Virginia
01.2009

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Quality control procedures
  • Workplace safety,Inspections and reviews
  • Visual inspection of product
  • Product sampling,Testing Procedures
  • ISO standards
  • Chemical handling
  • Customer focus
  • Report preparation
  • Compliance verification
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Laboratorysafety

Timeline

Quality Control Technician/Lead Technician

Ancos/Rice Industries
09.2025 - Current

ICQA Manager

Amazon
12.2023 - Current

Warehouse Operations Quality Assurance

Sams Club Distribution
03.2023 - 12.2023

Warehouse Quality Assurance Manager

Walmart Distribution
05.2014 - 05.2019

Associates - Business Administration

Strayer University
Pamela Colden