Nickie Mares is seeking employment where her knowledge and skills in quality control and quality assurance can be utilized. She has over 10 years of experience in food manufacturing quality control, including currently serving as Quality Control Lead at Initiative Foods LLC in Sanger, CA where she oversees quality control technicians and ensures compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices. She also has experience in microbiological and chemical testing, calibration of equipment, and maintaining sanitation. Mares holds certifications in HACCP and thermal processing of foods.