Patrick Barnick
North Mankato,MN
Summary
Experienced professional with 6+ years in operations and collaborating with the lead and coworkers. Proficient in troubleshooting computer issues and adhering to industry regulations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Lead
Stickney Hill Dairy
04.2025 - Current
- Oversaw production workflows to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to quality standards.
- Mentored team members on best practices in equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime.
- Cross-train team members in different departments.
Quality Assurance Blender
Wis-Pak
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Achieved 100% compliance with GMP protocols within 3 months by implementing rigorous cleaning schedules and training team members on best practices.
- Executed thorough cleaning and sanitization of manufacturing equipment within 24 hours, ensuring compliance with GMP and ISO standards to enhance operational safety.
- Capable of setting up, operating, and adjusting all the equipment in the blending area.
- Unloaded sugar/concentrate trucks in timely and safely matter.
Powervac
Schwickert's Tecta America
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Executed setup and teardown of Powervac equipment within 2 hours, ensuring compliance with company guidelines to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Achieved a 95% customer satisfaction rate within 3 months by installing and maintaining AC systems, ensuring adherence to HVAC regulations through effective team collaboration.
- Locating and diagnosing maintenance problems on equipment with tools that provided knowledge of the systems.
Dryer Operator
Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Led initiatives to enhance safety compliance, resulting in a 15% reduction in incidents while operating the dryer system to achieve optimal product quality.
- Improved operational efficiency by 30% within 4 months through effective teamwork and timely quality control checks, ensuring consistent product quality.
Production Worker
Zumbro River Brand
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Tend to an assigned machine that extrudes or agglomerate food products and fix computer issues when someone needs help.
- Achieved 100% on-time machine startups within 6 months by streamlining operational procedures and enhancing team communication.
- Accurately record running parameters of the machine and product on Microsoft Excel.
- Established a proactive communication culture among shifts, fostering teamwork and ensuring seamless operations in the production environment.
Line Cook/Prep
WEDGEWOOD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
05.2016 - 07.2019
- Developed a culture of teamwork by actively engaging with colleagues, which contributed to a safer and more productive work environment.
- Perform all assigned prep work and replenish/restock the workstation with supplies.
- Work collaboratively with the team to build a positive work environment.
- Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
Education
Health Information Management
Liberty University Online
Lynchburg, VA06-2027
High School Diploma -
Albert Lea High School
Albert Lea, MN06-2017
Skills
- Equipment Maintenance
- Equipment Setup & Teardown
- Ingredient Calculations
- Inventory Control
- Manufacturing
- Material Handling
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Problem-Solving
- Process Optimization
- Quality Assurance Standards
Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour General Industry Training OSHA
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeTimeline
Production Lead
Stickney Hill Dairy
04.2025 - Current
Quality Assurance Blender
Wis-Pak
01.2024 - 04.2025
Powervac
Schwickert's Tecta America
12.2022 - 12.2023
Dryer Operator
Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.
09.2021 - 06.2022
Production Worker
Zumbro River Brand
05.2019 - 03.2021
Line Cook/Prep
WEDGEWOOD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
05.2016 - 07.2019
Health Information Management
Liberty University Online
High School Diploma -
Albert Lea High School