Byamungu Kashaka
management
Cedar Rapids ,IA
Summary
Professional production specialist with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in overseeing production processes, optimizing workflows, and ensuring quality standards. Reliable and adaptable, effectively managing resources and fostering productive work environment. Expertise in safety protocols, inventory management, and process improvement we have always value safety we have safety as our first priority.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Senior Technician
Hormel Foods Corp
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous testing procedures and protocols.
- Reduced production defects by conducting thorough inspections and providing detailed feedback to the manufacturing team.
- Developed customized testing plans for unique products, ensuring all relevant specifications were met or exceeded.
- Conducted root cause analysis for recurring defects, leading to targeted process improvements.
- Promoted a safety-conscious work environment through consistent reinforcement of safety policies and procedures among team members.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations through diligent monitoring of manufacturing practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop effective corrective actions for identified quality issues.
- Optimized laboratory equipment usage, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Tracked and analyzed product quality data to identify trends and insights.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
- Conducted data review and followed standard practices to find solutions.
- Monitored testing procedures and verified performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocol.
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
Senior Production Supervisor
Tyson Foods
09.2019 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement in product design and manufacturing processes.
- Led safety initiatives that reduced workplace injuries and increased overall employee awareness of safe practices on the job.
- Contributed significantly to continuous improvement programs by identifying inefficiencies in existing systems and recommending actionable solutions.
- Established strong working relationships with equipment suppliers, guaranteeing prompt maintenance support when needed to minimize downtime occurrences.
- Oversaw inventory management practices, minimizing instances of stock shortages or excesses that could negatively impact production timelines.
- Coordinated efforts between manufacturing facilities and logistics teams to ensure seamless distribution channels for finished products.
- Evaluated vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to secure favorable pricing structures for raw materials used in production processes.
- Provided regular performance feedback to employees, fostering an environment that encouraged open communication and continuous learning opportunities.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
Production Crew Trainer
JBS Swift & Co
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Established a mentorship program for new employees, fostering a supportive team atmosphere and increasing employee retention rates.
- Evaluated individual performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback, and recommending additional training as needed.
- Enhanced communication among team members by implementing regular meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and solutions.
- Facilitated problem-solving exercises during team meetings to address production promptly and effectively.
- Reduced production errors with thorough training sessions for new hires and continuing education for existing staff.
- Taught new team members correct procedures for all areas of operations.
- Set positive example for team members by providing high-quality, efficient service.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA08-2020
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Cedar Rapids, IA06-2016
Skills
- Expert troubleshooting
- Electrical testing
- Training and mentoring
- Microbiological testing
- Calibration procedures
- Environmental monitoring
- Technical report writing
- Staff management
- Customer service
- Employee motivation
- Decision-making
- Inventory control
- Team building
- Processes and procedures improvement
- microsoft excel
- microsoft edge
- MS Office suite
- great communication
- Waste reduction
- Safety protocols
- Workflow management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Team leadership
Timeline
Quality Control Senior Technician
Hormel Foods Corp
01.2023 - 11.2024
Senior Production Supervisor
Tyson Foods
09.2019 - 11.2022
Production Crew Trainer
JBS Swift & Co
09.2016 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science -
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
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