April Smith
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
With a proven track record at Pecofood, I excel in sanitation procedures and heavy equipment operation, complemented by strong communication skills. My expertise in enhancing facility cleanliness and fostering team collaboration has significantly improved operational efficiency. I adeptly balance quality control with physical stamina, ensuring top-notch sanitation standards and workplace safety.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Sanitation Crew Member
Pecofood
08.2020 - Current
- Maintained neat, clean and sanitized work areas.
- Followed company and OSHA safety protocols for handling and disposing of hazardous materials.
- Reduced the risk of cross-contamination by properly cleaning and sanitizing equipment, surfaces, and utensils.
- Reassembled production lines to restore production with minimal downtime.
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
- Collected, sorted, and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas.
- Ensured proper disposal of waste materials according to company policies and environmental regulations, promoting eco-friendly practices.
- Improved overall facility cleanliness by diligently following established sanitation protocols and guidelines.
- Operated automatic crushing equipment, incinerators and recycling sorters.
- Aided in the development of new sanitation procedures to address evolving industry standards and requirements.
- Completed in-depth cleaning of machinery to protect consumers from contamination and illness.
- Demonstrated attention to detail while performing quality control checks on completed tasks, guaranteeing satisfactory results.
- Enabled smooth operations during peak periods by assisting other departments when needed, showcasing adaptability and teamwork skills.
- Promoted a healthy work environment through thorough cleaning and sanitization of common areas such as break rooms and restrooms.
- Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material.
- Boosted overall team performance by actively sharing knowledge of new cleaning techniques and best practices with colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
- Cleaned certain pieces daily and maintained weekly, monthly, and semi-annual procedures for less critical lines.
- Strengthened workplace morale by fostering open communication among team members and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained spotless restrooms and break rooms with detail-oriented approach and consistent attention.
- Maintained a safe working environment for all team members by adhering to safety regulations and procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory levels of cleaning supplies, ensuring availability for daily use.
- Supported compliance with local health department standards through regular inspection and maintenance of sanitation systems.
- Disassembled production lines fully to avoid equipment breakdown.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by consistently completing assigned tasks within designated timeframes.
- Attended to building parking lots and grounds each day to keep outside areas clean and neat.
- Implemented extra protections during seasons with higher risks of infections such as flu.
Line Worker
McDonald's
03.2000 - 12.2018
Line Cook
McDonald's
04.2007 - 01.2008
- Maintained neat, clean and sanitized work areas.
- Followed company and OSHA safety protocols for handling and disposing of hazardous materials.
- Reduced the risk of cross-contamination by properly cleaning and sanitizing equipment, surfaces, and utensils.
- Reassembled production lines to restore production with minimal downtime.
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
- Collected, sorted, and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas.
- Ensured proper disposal of waste materials according to company policies and environmental regulations, promoting eco-friendly practices.
- Improved overall facility cleanliness by diligently following established sanitation protocols and guidelines.
- Operated automatic crushing equipment, incinerators and recycling sorters.
- Aided in the development of new sanitation procedures to address evolving industry standards and requirements.
- Completed in-depth cleaning of machinery to protect consumers from contamination and illness.
- Demonstrated attention to detail while performing quality control checks on completed tasks, guaranteeing satisfactory results.
- Enabled smooth operations during peak periods by assisting other departments when needed, showcasing adaptability and teamwork skills.
- Promoted a healthy work environment through thorough cleaning and sanitization of common areas such as break rooms and restrooms.
- Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material.
- Boosted overall team performance by actively sharing knowledge of new cleaning techniques and best practices with colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
- Cleaned certain pieces daily and maintained weekly, monthly, and semi-annual procedures for less critical lines.
- Strengthened workplace morale by fostering open communication among team members and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained spotless restrooms and break rooms with detail-oriented approach and consistent attention.
- Maintained a safe working environment for all team members by adhering to safety regulations and procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory levels of cleaning supplies, ensuring availability for daily use.
- Supported compliance with local health department standards through regular inspection and maintenance of sanitation systems.
- Disassembled production lines fully to avoid equipment breakdown.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by consistently completing assigned tasks within designated timeframes.
- Attended to building parking lots and grounds each day to keep outside areas clean and neat.
- Implemented extra protections during seasons with higher risks of infections such as flu.
Aspire
Cleaning
05.2013 - 07.2013
Education
Holt High School
05.2005
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Sanitation Procedures Knowledge
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Basic Computer Literacy
- Quality control inspection
- Physical stamina and strength
- Personal Protective Equipment Use
- Sanitation training
- Cleaning Techniques Mastery
- Problem-Solving
- Sweeping and Mopping
- Heavy Lifting
- Team building
- Groundskeeping
- Restroom Servicing
- Work Orders
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Sanitation Crew Member
Pecofood
08.2020 - Current
Aspire
Cleaning
05.2013 - 07.2013
Line Cook
McDonald's
04.2007 - 01.2008
Line Worker
McDonald's
03.2000 - 12.2018
Holt High School