Katrina Armstrong
Food Safety Quality Systems Engineer
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About
Detail-oriented professional with a background in team leadership, teaching, and data-driven quality systems. Skilled at maintaining accurate records, training and communicating clearly with diverse groups, and staying organized under shifting priorities. Looking for a part-time role where reliability, precision, and people skills make a difference.
Experience
Food Safety Quality Systems Associate Manager at Blount Fine Foods (2023-10 – Present)
- Train and support teams of 3–15 employees on daily procedures and documentation
- Maintain detailed, accurate records and tracking systems used across multiple departments
- Communicate updates and requirements clearly to staff at every level of the organization
- Lead internal audits and reviews requiring close attention to detail and consistency
Food Safety Quality Systems Supervisor at Blount Fine Foods (2019-10 – 2023-10)
- Trained employees and developed materials to build consistent daily practices
- Oversaw data collection, documentation, and recordkeeping for the facility
- Facilitated outside audits and coordinated with multiple teams to prepare accurate records
English and Science Teacher, Grades 8–12 at Team Missions (2016-01 – 2017-05)
- Taught English fundamentals, conversational English, essay writing, and life science to teenage students
- Adapted lessons and pacing to fit different skill levels and learning styles
- Built rapport with students through patience, clear explanation, and consistent follow-up
Food Safety and Regulatory Specialist & R&D at Bueno Foods (2017-09 – 2019-04)
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to develop and document new procedures
- Trained employees on new processes and quality requirements
- Maintained detailed ingredient and product specifications for accuracy in daily operations
Research and Development Team Member at Crimson Creations, New Mexico State University (2014-08 – 2015-05)
- Worked directly with customers in a student-run retail store, preparing and selling food products
- Built and maintained a pricing-tracking system to keep records accurate and current
- Kept detailed records of recipe testing, sampling, and customer feedback
Education
Bachelor of Science in Food Technology – New Mexico State University (2011 – 2015)

