Tania B. Sparks

Quality Assurance Manager | Quality Control Manager | Compliance Manager (FDA / GMP) | Laboratory Supervisor / QA Lab Manager | International Regulatory Manager (Cosmetics / Food ) | Lean Six Sigma

Role
Nestlé
Location
Fort Smith, AR, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers

About Tania B. Sparks

Dynamic Quality & Regulatory Affairs Leader with 15+ years of proven success in FDA-regulated industries, including food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals, across both the U.S. and Brazil. Recognized for building and optimizing Quality Management Systems (QMS), leading regulatory inspections and audits, and driving compliance with global standards such as FDA, ANVISA, BRC, ISO, and GMP. Adept in cross-functional leadership, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement through Lean Six Sigma principles. Fluent in English and Portuguese, with a passion for fostering compliant, high-performance operations in international markets. Strong interpersonal and analytical skills, with a reputation for excellence in communication, time management, and problem-solving. Technically proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, and Linux, with hands-on expertise in modern food packaging technology, colorimetry, spectrophotometry, moisture analysis, scanning calorimetry, and regulatory-driven best practices.

Experience

  1. Nestlé

    Present

Education

  • ETEC Sales Gomes

    Technician

    2003 — 2005

  • UNOPAR - Universidade Norte do Paraná

    Bachelor of Arts - BA

    2006 — 2010

  • IMAPES

    Bachelor's degree

    2010 — 2014

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