Dena Pusey
About Dena Pusey
Dena Pusey is a Senior Manager in Grocery FSQ at Us Foods, with over 21 years of experience in the food industry. She has held various positions in quality assurance and food safety, demonstrating strong technical capabilities and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Work at US Foods
Dena Pusey has held multiple positions at US Foods since joining the company in 2013. She initially served as Program Manager for Supplier FSQA for two years before advancing to the role of Manager, Supplier FSQA in 2015. In 2018, she was promoted to Senior Manager, Grocery FSQ, where she currently oversees food safety and quality assurance initiatives. Her tenure at US Foods reflects her expertise in managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
Previous Experience in the Food Industry
Before her time at US Foods, Dena Pusey worked at Fona International as Quality Control Manager from 2009 to 2013. In this role, she focused on maintaining quality standards in food production. Additionally, she spent nine years at Innova Flavors as a Senior Analytical Chemist from 2000 to 2009, where she contributed to product development and quality analysis. Her diverse experience across different roles has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the food industry.
Education and Expertise
Dena Pusey holds a Bachelor's degree in Food Science from Purdue University, which she completed from 1995 to 2000. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Food Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, studying from 2002 to 2007. Her academic background, combined with over 21 years of professional experience, has provided her with strong technical capabilities in food safety and quality assurance.
Continuous Improvement Initiatives
Throughout her career, Dena Pusey has been instrumental in implementing continuous improvement initiatives within the food industry. Her focus on enhancing food safety practices and quality assurance processes has contributed to operational efficiencies and compliance with industry standards. This commitment to improvement reflects her dedication to advancing food safety and quality in her roles.