Andrew Cooper
Albany,OR
Summary
Focused on learning packaging systems over the past year. Supported operations as an operator of Toyo and hand packing. Aided in the implementation of packaging and inventory systems at Oregon Freeze Dry to enhance workflows. Collaborated with supervisors to uphold quality and safety standards, contributing to timely production and delivery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Packaging Operator
Oregon Freeze Dry Inc.
Albany, OR
02.2025 - Current
- Operated packaging machinery to ensure efficient production of freeze-dried products.
- Monitored product quality, adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and increase productivity.
- Follow job standards to and problem solve minimize downtime.
- Helped teach and support team members in emplmentaion of new inventory system as a super user
- Assisted supervisors in various duties to keep teams and production working efficiently and safety
Lead Meat Cutter
New Seasons Market
Beaverton, OR
08.2017 - Current
- Managed daily operations of the meat department, including ordering, inventory and pricing.
- Supervised a team of 5-6 employees to ensure accuracy in cutting, wrapping and packaging of meats for sale.
- Implemented new procedures and methods for efficient meat cutting processes.
- Trained new staff on proper cutting techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored stock levels in order to anticipate customer demand for various cuts of meat.
- Assisted customers with selecting cuts of meats based on their needs or preferences.
- Reviewed weekly reports detailing sales figures, profits margins and other relevant information.
- Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
Apprentice Meat Cutter
Safeway
Sweet Home , Oregon
11.2014 - 08.2017
- Cleaned, cut and packaged meat products.
- Organized the backroom area to ensure a safe working environment.
- Trained new employees on proper meat cutting techniques.
- Provided customer service in selecting cuts of meats and fish.
- Ensured all food safety guidelines were followed during preparation process.
- Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Linn High School
Halsey, Oregon06-2009
Skills
- Cost control
- Portion control
- Order fulfillment
- Meat processing
- Supply ordering
- Merchandising strategies
- Workplace safety
- Meat packaging
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Sanitation procedures
- Training personnel
- Waste reduction
- Efficient in M3 and Red zone Programs
Timeline
Packaging Operator
Oregon Freeze Dry Inc.
02.2025 - Current
Lead Meat Cutter
New Seasons Market
08.2017 - Current
Apprentice Meat Cutter
Safeway
11.2014 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Central Linn High School