Detail-oriented professional with over 28 years of experience in plant operations. Skilled in operational documentation and plant safety, ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering teamwork to solve production challenges.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Evaporator Operator
Leprino Foods
Fort Morgan, CO
08.1997 - Current
Operated machinery to ensure efficient production and adherence to quality standards.
Monitored equipment performance to minimize downtime.
Coordinated with supervisors to troubleshoot operational issues and develop solutions.
Maintained a safe working environment by adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
Performed adjustments or modifications to machine settings as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
Maintained clean and organized work area, setting standard for workplace tidiness and efficiency.
Enhanced operational efficiency by monitoring and adjusting production equipment for optimal performance.
Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
Conducted regular CIP on equipment after shut down of product run.
Conducted tear down, inspections, and gasket replacement on equipment as needed.
WPC Dryer Operator
Leprino Foods
Fort Morgan, CO
08.1997 - Current
Operated dryer equipment to ensure consistent product quality and efficient processing.
Monitored drying and adjusted settings to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
Maintained accurate logs of production metrics for quality assurance and compliance audits.
Completed pre-operational checks on equipment before starting processes.
Displayed strong attention to detail when performing routine quality checks.
Enhanced production efficiency by closely monitoring drying equipment and adjusting settings as needed.
Used various lab testing equipment to insure product quality.
Reduced downtime with thorough inspections and identifying potential issues.
Ensured safety compliance by adhering to company policies, guidelines, and OSHA regulations in daily operations.
Improved product quality by maintaining optimal temperature levels during the drying process.
Kept close eye on operating equipment and made adjustments to keep speed, temperature and other factors within ideal tolerances.
Conducted regular CIP on equipment after the production run.
Conducted tear down, inspections, and gasket replacements on equipment as needed.