Andy Foster
DeKalb,TX
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Blood Puller
Pilgrim Pride
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Controlled livestock herds by moving to pastures, scales and trucks for transfer to market, slaughterhouse, or alternate grazing.
- Made minor adjustments and repairs to agricultural equipment.
- Operated and serviced farm machinery, implements and farm vehicles.
- Handled and moved various plants and produce using tractors and wheelbarrows.
- Examined livestock animals for signs of illness and injury.
- Administered vaccinations to animals to prevent spread of disease.
Machine Operator
Pilgrim Pride
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Analyzed and inspected operating units such as towers, storage tanks and other units to check operation and improve efficiency.
- Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.
74D Chemical Operations Specialist
US Army
01.2020 - Current
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
- Calibrated chemical equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
- Implemented safety protocols and procedures for safe, efficient process operation.
- Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance procedures for chemical production equipment.
- Monitored and adjusted parameters of chemical production process to achieve desired product quality.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Coordinated with other departments on timely delivery of raw materials for production.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
- Troubleshot and solved process equipment problems to minimize production downtime.
- Operated chemical processing equipment, including centrifuges, evaporators and reactors.
- Diagnosed issues quickly and contacted supervisor to warn of potential project delays.
- Managed procurement and installation of chemical equipment for various industrial applications.
- Entered data into batch ticketing system and checked information for accuracy.
- Utilized computerized process control systems to monitor and adjust chemical process variables.
Cook
Bar M Steakhouse
11.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Developed relationships with local suppliers to obtain freshest ingredients available.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
DeKalb High School
De Kalb, TX05.2021
Welders Helper Degree - Welding
Texarkana College
Texarkana, TX05.2021
Skills
- Order Verification
- Surface Cleaning
- Frying
- Supply Restocking
- Sanitation
- Grilling
- Public Safety Awareness
- Training Development
- Decontamination Procedures
- Firefighting Techniques
- Technical Writing
- Radiological Warfare Agents
- Confined Space Entry
- Hazard Communication
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Protective Equipment Usage
- Customer Service
- Contamination Prevention
- Cleaning and Organization
- Operations Management
- Performance Improvement
- Effective Planner
- Quality control
- Air Monitoring
- Biological Defense Techniques
- Gas Chromatography
- Radiological Monitoring
- Biological Warfare Agents
- Respiratory Protection
- CBRN Reconnaissance
- Environmental Sampling
- Detection Equipment Maintenance
- Team Coordination
- Emergency Response Planning
- Operation Monitoring
- Precision Measuring
- Chemical Engineering
- Hazardous Chemicals
- Air Compressors
- Process Monitoring
- Operational Recordkeeping
- Product Sampling
- Safety Monitoring
- Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Installing and Moving Materials
- Work Order Interpretation
- Quality Testing
- Equipment Inspection
- Supply Control
- Machinery Cleaning
- Equipment Monitoring
- Equipment Operation
- Basic Math
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation
- Supply Chain Management
- Good Communication
- Part Positioning
- Assembly Procedures
- Computer Skills
- Manufacturing Experience
- Strong Work Ethic
- Pumps and Compressors
- Heavy Lifting
- Assembly and Production
- Power and Hand Tools
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Start up Procedures
- Production Equipment Experience
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Hydraulic Systems
- Welding Techniques
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Blueprint Reading
- Electrical Knowledge
- Safety Protocols
- Equipment Calibration
- Problem Solving
- Tooling Selection
- Material Handling
- Machine Programming
- Process Optimization
- Time Management
- Manual Machining
- Documentation and Reporting
- Measuring and Test Equipment
- Continuous Improvement
- Work Scheduling
- Plant Operations
- Plant Machinery and Equipment
- Parts Repair and Replacement
- Chemical Feed Systems
- Production Documentation
- Health and Safety Regulations
- System Calibration
Timeline
Cook
Bar M Steakhouse
11.2023 - Current
Blood Puller
Pilgrim Pride
06.2023 - 11.2023
Machine Operator
Pilgrim Pride
11.2021 - 06.2023
74D Chemical Operations Specialist
US Army
01.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
DeKalb High School
Welders Helper Degree - Welding
Texarkana College