Shelley Volpenhein
About Shelley Volpenhein
Shelley Volpenhein is the Quality Assurance Director at Berry Global, Inc., with extensive experience in quality management across various consumer goods sectors. She has held significant roles at Procter & Gamble and Mars Petcare, contributing to quality assurance and R&D initiatives for over two decades.
Work at Berry Global, Inc.
Shelley Volpenhein has served as the Quality Assurance Director at Berry Global, Inc. since 2017. In this role, she oversees quality assurance processes and ensures compliance with industry standards. Her responsibilities include managing quality issues, leading corporate initiatives, and ensuring inspection readiness. Volpenhein's leadership in designing Quality Systems aims for optimal efficiency and effectiveness within the organization.
Previous Experience at Procter & Gamble
Volpenhein has extensive experience at Procter & Gamble, where she held multiple positions over several years. Her roles included Quality Assurance Associate Director for various capabilities, R&D Section Head for Global Personal Health Care, and R&D Formulation/Process Engineer. Her tenure at Procter & Gamble spanned from 1991 to 2014, during which she contributed to product development and quality assurance across multiple categories, including oral care and personal health care.
Experience at Mars Petcare
Shelley Volpenhein worked as the R&D Director for Quality & Food Safety at Mars Petcare from 2014 to 2015. In this position, she was responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of products under the Iams, Eukanuba, and Natura brands. Her role involved overseeing quality assurance processes and implementing safety standards within the pet care sector.
Education and Expertise
Volpenhein earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan, completing her studies from 1986 to 1991. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her extensive expertise in quality management systems, product development, and R&D processes. She is known for utilizing a data-based decision-making approach to drive quality improvements and compliance in her roles.
Leadership and Collaboration
Shelley Volpenhein is recognized for her collaborative working style, which has been instrumental in attracting and developing talent within her teams. She demonstrates leadership in diversity and inclusion, contributing to cultural transformation within organizations. Volpenhein has a proven track record in cultivating strong organizations and multi-discipline partnerships, enhancing team dynamics and project outcomes.