Erin Maestas
About Erin Maestas
Erin Maestas is a Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician at General Mills in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a background in Biology and over a decade of customer service experience.
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Erin Maestas holds the position of Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician at General Mills. She is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States.
Current Position at General Mills
Since February 2021, Erin Maestas has been working as a Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician at General Mills. Her responsibilities include specialized lab diagnostics within the Quality Assurance department, ensuring the consistency and safety of products. Her strong background in Biology/Biological Sciences supports her role in maintaining high standards in lab testing and diagnostics.
Previous Experience at Whole Foods Market
Before transitioning to a technical role, Erin Maestas worked at Whole Foods Market as a Cashier Customer Service representative. She dedicated 13 years (2008-2021) to the company in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her extensive experience in customer service has equipped her with excellent communication skills and a customer-oriented mindset, which she now applies in her technical role.
Education and Expertise
Erin Maestas studied at The University of New Mexico, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology/Biological Sciences from 2016 to 2020. This strong educational foundation has been critical in her current role, providing her with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in lab diagnostics and quality assurance.
Career Transition
Erin Maestas made a significant career transition from customer service to a technical role in quality assurance. Her long tenure at Whole Foods Market provided her with valuable interpersonal and communication skills, which she now leverages in her role as a Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician at General Mills, focusing on lab diagnostics and quality control.