Brenda Thomas
Hull,USA
Summary
An experienced manager who excels at selecting, training, and motivating employees in fast-paced manufacturing environments, resulting in increased productivity and team cohesion. As a committed and loyal employee, I consistently meet targets and hold team members accountable for their performance, setting a high standard of accountability. My extensive experience overseeing food processing manufacturing operations has led to significant achievements, including a 20% increase in yield, a 30% reduction in waste, and a substantial improvement in overall profitability.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Pilgrims
10.2023 - Current
- Managing the second processing in the deboning plant entails overseeing supervisors and their daily activities. This includes ensuring that all production goals are met, quality standards are supported, and safety protocols are followed. Additionally, I am responsible for conducting regular audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement and address any issues that may arise. By effectively managing the supervisors and operations in the deboning plant, I can contribute to the overall success and efficiency of the processing facility.
Superintendent
Koch Foods
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Managing Production Supervisors in their daily responsibilities, ensuring that the plant started up on time, among other duties, like filling in when the shift manager was absent.
First Processing Supervisor
Pilgrims
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Managed the evisceration process while supporting all government rules.
Second Processing Supervisor
Pilgrims
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed Chiller rehang, Packout, Dapec.
Superintendent in debone
Pilgrims
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed production Supervisors in their daily responsibilities.
Front end debone supervisor
Pilgrims
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Worked with mechanical deboners.
IQF/Further Processing
Pilgrims
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Managed hourly employees while meeting all government regulations and corporate requirements. Held monthly Safety meetings.
Sanitation Supervisor
Wayne Farms
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Managed up to 60 employees while following all safety and government regulations. Trained in LOTO, also trained in chemical Titration, and took part in the hiring and firing process. I took part in daily quality and government equipment inspections to prepare for production. Ensured that all employees followed all the safety guidelines, including PPE, LOTO, and chemical dispensing.
Production Supervisor
Wayne Farms
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Started working at Wayne Farms as a production supervisor. Managed over 150 employees while following all GMP, HACCP, and SSOP rules and guidelines.
Supervisor
Equity Group
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Supervised lines for this kill and cut-up plant. They were selected, trained, and motivated employees to meet or exceed corporate requirements and government regulations. Mastered various chicken line processes, including debone and evisceration.
Front line supervisor
Perdue Farms
01.1997 - 01.2006
- Progressed from line worker to line leader to front line supervisor for this Kill and Debone plant. Increased yield and reduced waste. I taught new employees how to do processing procedures to increase yield and reduce waste. Interviewed, hired, trained, coached, and motivated new employees. Counseled underperforming employees, disciplining them when necessary, trying to find a right fit for them, or seeing if they were better for another department more closely matched their skills and temperaments. I achieved 90% success in advancing recruits to the line. Progressed in 6 months from a line worker to a line-leading supervisor, showing my ability to learn and adapt to new responsibilities quickly. Dealt effectively with on-site government inspection agents on a one-on-one basis.
01.1983 - 01.1997
- While tending to family needs, I worked in temporary positions for various companies in food processing (e.g., RM Palmer Co, Godiva) and other industries (e.g., Tray Pack and Jetson)
Education
DIPLOMA -
Reading Sr. High
Master’s - Business
AIU
09.2024
Bachelor's - business
AIU
09.2023
Skills
- Level 1 Supervisor training
- Kronos and ADP
- CPR training
- LOTO training
- Trained in Microsoft word, excel, and PowerPoint
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Superintendent
Pilgrims
10.2023 - Current
Superintendent
Koch Foods
06.2021 - 10.2023
First Processing Supervisor
Pilgrims
01.2017 - 01.2021
Second Processing Supervisor
Pilgrims
01.2016 - 01.2017
Superintendent in debone
Pilgrims
01.2014 - 01.2016
Front end debone supervisor
Pilgrims
01.2013 - 01.2014
IQF/Further Processing
Pilgrims
01.2012 - 01.2013
Sanitation Supervisor
Wayne Farms
01.2011 - 01.2012
Production Supervisor
Wayne Farms
01.2009 - 01.2011
Supervisor
Equity Group
01.2006 - 01.2008
Front line supervisor
Perdue Farms
01.1997 - 01.2006
01.1983 - 01.1997
Master’s - Business
AIU
Bachelor's - business
AIU
DIPLOMA -
Reading Sr. High