Ayaka C. Lindsey

QC Analyst

Syngenta Seeds

07.2021 - Current

Conduct seed health testing activities, including scheduling, processing samples with NSHS-based methods, and confirmation testing for vegetable seeds. Also cooperate with other seed health staff to support Quality control testing for basic and commercial seeds to deliver customer focused world class supply.
Provide leadership for HSE compliance and continuous improvement for all QC testing activities.
Conduct NSHS-based testing for pathogen detection on vegetable seeds in seed health laboratory to meet demand levels and ensure optimum capacity is met.
Implement staff training programs to support staff cross training across seed health methods and ensure HSE compliance within each process.
Inventory management of laboratory supplies associated with routine testing.
Following all company Biosafety/APHIS rules for handling diseased tissue samples or seed.
Provide technical support and analysis in making quality decisions related to inventory disposition that is compliance with company’s risk management policies, standards, and KPIs.
Developed and maintained quality assurance procedure documentation.
Created and revised procedures, checklists and job aids to reduce errors.
Developed training materials, SOPs, and work instructions to supplement new team member onboarding.
Edited, proofed, and critiqued internal documents to improve clarity.
Participated in departmental meetings to establish short- and long-term strategy.
Monitored KPIs to proactively address bottlenecks and quality issues.
Assisted in continuous improvement of quality control systems through regular audits, feedback, and process updates.
Established effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and building foundation for successful quality control initiatives.
Spearheaded various process improvements initiatives that led to significant cost savings without compromising on quality metrics.
Contributed significantly towards building strong company-wide quality culture by promoting open communication and best practice sharing across departments.
Conducted root cause analyses to identify trends in non-conformance reports, leading to proactive problem-solving strategies.
Streamlined testing processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in results.
Evaluated emerging technologies for potential integration into existing QC processes, aiming at optimization opportunities.
Enhanced laboratory safety with implementation of proper protocols and regular equipment maintenance.
Maintained high levels of data integrity by implementing stringent documentation procedures and training staff on best practices.
Ensured compliance with industry standards by staying up-to-date on relevant guidelines, policies, and regulations affecting QC operations.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows, resulting in improved productivity.
Analyzed quality and performance data to support operational decision-making.
Recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team to implement corrective actions.
Reported problems and concerns to management.
Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
Conducted investigations into questionable test results.
Drafted technical documents such as deviation reports, testing protocol and trend analyses.
Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.