LIZBETH LIZ ACOSTA
Mayagüez
Summary
Dynamic Quality Control Analyst with extensive experience at Cervecera de Puerto Rico, recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities and a keen attention to detail. Achieved notable improvements in operational efficiencies while effectively training peers, utilizing bilingual skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrated expertise in proactive data evaluation and strengthened interpersonal relationships within teams. Operates independently with minimal supervision, driving quality initiatives forward.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Analyst
Cervecera de Puerto Rico
Mayaguez
02.2024 - Current
- Monitored manufacturing, formulation, filling, and packaging processes using analytical methods to ensure compliance with FDA regulations and cGMP standards.
- Participated in reprocessing efforts for product holds, and managed quality assurance, troubleshooting production line challenges. This included addressing out-of-specification parameters, non-conforming products, faulty incoming materials, and halting production when process faults occurred.
Inspected warehouse products to ensure that primary and secondary visual and physical inspections resulted in the highest quality goods, ready for sale.
Maintained and coordinated the daily maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
Led collaborations with Engineering and Technical Services teams to enhance production line maintenance, changeovers, and cleaning practices, reducing the risk of faulty finished products.
Undergraduate Investigator
Chemical Engineering Department UPRM
Mayagüez
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Synthesis of Cu-Ga-ZrO Catalysts for Methanol (CH3OH) conversion and Nickel-Based Catalysts for Methane conversion
PROJECT: INQU5022 - Chemical Engineering Process Design II
Chemical Engineering Department UPRM
Mayagüez
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Viability Study On Methanol Production
Undergraduate Investigator
Food Science & Technology Department UPRM
Mayagüez
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Product development of a Yam (Dioscorea rotundata) Flour-Based Bread
One-on-one Tutoring
University of Puerto Rico
Mayagüez
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Worked with a UPRM student who was pursuing a master's degree in Marine Science to help them work through chemistry problems in Chemical Oceanography
Volunteer Secretary
The Episcopal Church Youth Ministry of the Episcopal Church Diocese of Puerto Rico
Cabo Rojo
08.2018 - 04.2021
- Captured key decisions during meetings, maintaining procedural compliance.
- Operated office equipment such as photocopiers, scanners, and fax machines.
- Compiled data from various sources into clear, concise reports that could be used by management for decision-making purposes.
- Managed inventory for church tax and property purposes.
- Collaborated with a team to develop and organize compelling topics and discussion points for the program 'Movimiento Juvenil' on Radio Leo 1170.
- Facilitated live translation in virtual outreach activities for participants from the Diocese of New Zealand and Latin America.
Undergraduate Investigator
Food Science & Technology Department UPRM
Mayagüez
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Performed taste tests and analyzed results for overall acceptability of the mango-flavored nutrition bar.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering, Food Science and Technology
University of Puerto Rico At Mayagüez Campus
Mayagüez, P.R.05.2023
Skills
- Bilingual English and Spanish
- Adaptable Professional
- Proactive Data Evaluation
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient in Software Transition
- Strategic Problem Solving
- Meticulous Attention to Detail
- Product Inspections
Certification
- License - Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator IV
- Certificate in Food Science and Technology
Affiliations
- Resource Conservation and Recovery Act "RCRA" Hazardous Wastes Management (Subtitle C) and Emergency Preparedness Training for Small Quantity Generator as per Subpart C EPA 40 CFR 262.34 (d) (5) (iii)
- Fruit and Vegetable Processing: Introduction to Food Science
- Food Microbiology
- Polymer Science
- Kinetics and catalysis in chemical engineering
- Statistical Methods in Chemical Engineering
Timeline
Quality Control Analyst
Cervecera de Puerto Rico
02.2024 - Current
Undergraduate Investigator
Chemical Engineering Department UPRM
01.2023 - 05.2023
PROJECT: INQU5022 - Chemical Engineering Process Design II
Chemical Engineering Department UPRM
01.2023 - 05.2023
Undergraduate Investigator
Food Science & Technology Department UPRM
08.2022 - 12.2022
One-on-one Tutoring
University of Puerto Rico
02.2021 - 05.2021
Undergraduate Investigator
Food Science & Technology Department UPRM
01.2020 - 05.2020
Volunteer Secretary
The Episcopal Church Youth Ministry of the Episcopal Church Diocese of Puerto Rico
08.2018 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering, Food Science and Technology
University of Puerto Rico At Mayagüez Campus
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