Kyna Smith

About Kyna Smith

Accomplished quality and compliance leader with a proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and elevating organizational standards across manufacturing environments. Expert in developing and implementing robust quality management systems, ensuring product safety, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, navigating complex regulatory landscapes, and delivering measurable results through innovative process optimization. Recognized for building collaborative partnerships to achieve operational excellence and sustain regulatory compliance at the enterprise level.

Experience

1. Quality Compliance Manager

   Ontex

   Feb 2025 — Present

   Lead the development and execution of North America\'s Quality strategy, embedding consumer and customer centricity across sales and marketing operations. Ensure robust quality management systems (QMS) are in place, including market feedback handling, sample management, and crisis response. Oversee internal and external audits, regulatory compliance, and supplier assessments. Drive continuous improvement through effective use of feedback, CAPA implementation, and quality reporting tools, while coordinating compliance activities and capability building across teams.

Education

• University of Dayton

  B.S. CME

  1996 — 2000

Skills

• Data Analysis
• Six Sigma
• Supply Chain Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Vendor Management
• Supply Chain
• Value Stream Mapping
• Process Improvement
• Continuous Improvement
• Kaizen
• Quality Assurance
• Product Development
• 5s
• Root Cause Analysis
• Consumer Products
• Food Safety
• Lean Manufacturing