Breanna Ricks
Decatur,IL
Summary
Results-oriented Operational Team Lead with expertise in machine operation, quality assurance, and process optimization. Skilled in enhancing production workflows, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Proven ability to train staff and foster team collaboration, contributing to continuous process improvements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator
Archer Daniels Midland Company/ Vitamin E
Decatur, IL
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations, safeguarding quality assurance throughout production processes.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Monitored product quality, ensuring compliance with safety standards to uphold operational integrity.
- Maintained comprehensive production and quality documentation for accurate record-keeping.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Healthcare agency
Decatur, IL
06.2022 - 01.2026
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare staff.
- Documented patient care services in electronic health records to ensure accurate communication and continuity of care.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during recovery, fostering a positive healing environment.
Operator
Archer Daniels Midland Company/ East Plant Isolate
Decatur, IL
07.2020 - 06.2024
- Monitored control room operations to uphold safety and compliance standards.
- Responded quickly to alarms and system failures, taking appropriate action to resolve them promptly.
- Conducted routine checks on equipment and safety systems to ensure functionality.
- Operated and maintained communication systems to ensure seamless information flow.
- Analyzed data from monitoring systems to support decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
Operational Team Lead
Novolex-Durobag
Jackson, TN
12.2015 - 03.2020
- Developed strategies to maximize productivity while minimizing costs associated with labor, materials and other resources used in the manufacturing process.
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to optimize response to production demands.
- Evaluated systems and processes for improvements, recommending changes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained team members on equipment usage and operational procedures.
- Conducted performance evaluations and offered constructive feedback to enhance staff development.
- Documented attendance and leave requests to ensure accurate records.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Richland Community College
Decatur, IL05-2026
Skills
- Machine operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Operational efficiency
- Process optimization
- BLS certification
- CPR certified
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Strategic thinking
Timeline
Operator
Archer Daniels Midland Company/ Vitamin E
06.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Healthcare agency
06.2022 - 01.2026
Operator
Archer Daniels Midland Company/ East Plant Isolate
07.2020 - 06.2024
Operational Team Lead
Novolex-Durobag
12.2015 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Richland Community College