Abigail Ruiz Vega
About Abigail Ruiz Vega
Abigail Ruiz Vega is a Manager of Food Safety Quality at US Foods, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in food safety, quality management, and sustainability programs, with a strong educational background in applied microbiology and food safety.
Current Role at US Foods
Abigail Ruiz Vega serves as the Manager of Food Safety Quality at US Foods, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she focuses on ensuring food safety and quality standards are met across the organization. Her responsibilities include the development and implementation of sustainability and chain of custody programs, which aim to enhance continuous improvement and maintenance within the food supply chain. Abigail's extensive experience in food safety practices contributes to the overall quality assurance efforts at US Foods.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Prior to her current role, Abigail worked at US Foods as the Program Manager for Supplier Food Safety and Quality from 2013 to 2016. During her three years in this position, she was responsible for managing supplier compliance with food safety standards and ensuring the quality of products sourced by the company. Her work involved close collaboration with suppliers to implement food safety protocols and maintain high-quality standards.
Educational Background
Abigail Ruiz Vega holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Microbiology from the Universidad de Puerto Rico, where she studied from 2001 to 2007. She furthered her education by obtaining a Graduate Certificate in Food Safety and Technology from the Illinois Institute of Technology in 2008. Additionally, she earned a Master's Degree in Food Safety from Michigan State University, completing her studies from 2013 to 2018. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in microbiology and food safety principles.
Expertise in Food Safety and Quality
Abigail has extensive expertise in food safety and quality management, particularly in developing Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plans. She is well-versed in FDA and USDA standards, labeling and nutritional standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), internal audits, and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) requirements. Her knowledge in these areas supports her role in ensuring compliance and maintaining high standards of food safety within the industry.
Research Experience
Abigail has a background in research, having worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Puerto Rico and the University of Georgia. Her research experience spans several years, with roles that included conducting laboratory work and supporting various projects related to microbiology. This experience has contributed to her analytical skills and understanding of scientific principles relevant to food safety and quality.