Byamungu Kasaka
Cedar Rapids,IA
Summary
Results driven production professional with focus on meeting high standards and delivering measurable outcomes. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic settings. Expertise in process optimization and quality control, ensuring reliable high quality foods.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control
Hormel Foods
Osceola, IA
02.2023 - 01.2026
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Production Supervisor
Tyson Foods
Waterloo, IA
06.2020 - 02.2023
- Supervised daily production ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment usage and operational procedures.
- Monitored production metrics to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols, resulting in enhanced workplace safety culture among team.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and processes to maintain operational integrity.
- Led initiatives for continuous improvement, fostering a proactive approach improving challenges.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to production growth and skill development.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Consistently improved production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
Production Trainer
JBS Pork
Marshalltown, IA
09.2016 - 05.2020
- Developed and implemented training programs for new production staff, enhancing training progress.
- Conducted safety training sessions to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Assisted in creating instructional materials and resources to support ongoing employee development initiatives.
- Monitored production processes, identifying areas for improvement and optimizing workflow effectiveness.
- Provided one on one coaching for team members, fostering skill improvement and professional growth.
- Evaluated training outcomes through feedback and performance metrics, refining programs as necessary.
- Facilitated cross-training opportunities among teams to promote versatility and resource allocation flexibility.
- Collaborated with management to align training objectives with production goals, improving overall team productivity.
Education
High School Diploma - Machine Learning
Kikwood Community College
Cedar Rapids5 2018
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Cedar Rapids, IA4 2016
Skills
- Quality process audits
- Quality management systems
- Product inspection
- Preventive actions
- Corrective actions
- Team Training
- Waste reduction
- Continuous quality improvement
- Health and safety compliance
- Equipment monitoring
- Microsoft Edge, edge, power point
- Inventory coordination
- Cost control
- Project management
- Line maintenance
- Decision-making
- Safety procedures
Timeline
Quality Control
Hormel Foods
02.2023 - 01.2026
Production Supervisor
Tyson Foods
06.2020 - 02.2023
Production Trainer
JBS Pork
09.2016 - 05.2020
High School Diploma - Machine Learning
Kikwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School