Latoya Loud

Results-driven Quality Supervisor with over 18 years of experience in quality assurance, inventory management, warehouse operations, and manufacturing. Proven track record of directing site-wide quality systems, driving GMP compliance, executing product releases, and leveraging SAP to optimize operations. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, resolving root-cause issues, and maintaining accurate inventory controls across fast-paced production environments.

Currently pursuing a degree in Business Management to complement extensive hands-on expertise in operational excellence.

Quality Supervisor at Quality Packaging (2026-02 – Present)

• Direct site quality control programs to ensure continuous production aligning with corporate standards and customer expectations.
• Manage batch release activities via SAP and customer systems, maintaining products on QU status until final release (RL).
• Verify production lines meet technical specifications and validation requirements prior to full manufacturing runs.
• Author, approve, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality protocols, line validations, and Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
• Lead quality investigations using root-cause analysis to implement sustainable corrective and preventive action plans.
• Administer site Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and coordinate internal and external quality audits to ensure complete compliance.
• Train, mentor, and guide plant personnel on quality inspection techniques, safety guidelines, and standard operational procedures.
• Partner with Operations, Corporate Quality, and HR to implement process improvements that elevate safety, quality, and productivity.

Inventory Specialist at GXO Logistics (2018-09 – 2026-02)

• Maintained total inventory accuracy across high-volume warehouse operations through scheduled cycle counts and thorough audits.
• Reconciled inventory discrepancies, tracked product rotation, and eliminated stock obsolescence.
• Monitored supply chain data and collaborated with department leads to forecast inventory demands and prevent material shortages.
• Issued purchase orders for inventory and production supplies while managing vendor and supplier communications.

Inventory Associate at Coats & Clark (2013-10 – 2016-03)

• Tracked purchasing documentation and procurement activities to support production inventory requirements.
• Maintained exact inventory records, organized stock layouts, and ordered production materials to optimize supply availability.

Production Associate at Sanderson Farms (2013-10 – 2016-03)

• Managed multi-stage processing of raw products within a high-speed, regulated manufacturing facility.
• Strict adherence to company sanitation, safety protocols, and quality standards during high-volume production cycles.

Inventory Associate (Seasonal) at WIS International (2007-08 – 2013-10)

• Conducted fast-paced retail physical inventory audits using RF barcode scanners across major retail accounts (e.g., Walmart, Sam's Club, Kmart).
• Traveled across multi-site field assignments while maintaining target productivity metrics and inventory accuracy standards.

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Business Management – American InterContinental University

High School Diploma – Worth County High School (2005-05)