Carrie Reppert
Spencer
Summary
Dynamic and dependable professional with a proven track record at Cook Medical and Owen County Sheriff's Department, excelling in kitchen management and assembly work. Demonstrated expertise in ingredient sourcing and part ordering, alongside a fast-learning ability. Achieved significant efficiency improvements and waste reduction, embodying high sanitation standards and inventory management skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Manager
Owen County Sheriff's Department
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep processes and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Adapted cooking methods to accommodate special dietary requests without compromising dish integrity or taste.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control techniques and monitoring inventory levels.
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and recipe execution to maintain consistency in service quality.
- Upheld strict food safety guidelines to minimize the risk of contamination or illness resulting from improper handling practices.
- Improved team morale by fostering open communication and encouraging professional growth among staff members.
- Ensured timely preparation of dishes for large events, coordinating efforts with front-of-house staff for seamless execution.
- Maintained a high standard of cleanliness, ensuring a safe and sanitary work environment for staff and customers.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during peak meal times.
- Streamlined kitchen workflow for increased productivity, assigning specific tasks based on individual strengths within the team.
- Consistently met budgetary goals through careful management of food costs and labor expenses.
- Managed vendor relationships to negotiate favorable pricing on ingredients while maintaining product quality standards.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies and prevent stock shortages affecting menu availability.
- Maximized flavor profiles by expertly pairing ingredients, experimenting with various cooking techniques, and adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Maintained comprehensive inventory records and input data into Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
Assembly Worker, Warehouse
Cook Medical
10.2001 - 05.2018
- Followed detailed assembly instructions, processes, and procedures.
- Completed assigned tasks quickly to decrease production time.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, successfully managing multiple assembly tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality and productivity.
- Increased overall productivity with attention to detail, ensuring precise alignment of components during assembly process.
- Notified supervisor of issues with equipment or production.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production goals and maintain a safe, clean work environment.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough inspections and addressing any issues in a timely manner.
- Solved complex assembly challenges through effective problem-solving skills, minimizing downtime due to errors or setbacks.
- Visually inspected devices for defects and placed defective items into reject bin.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, consistently adhering to best practices for assembly worker safety standards.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new procedures as systems evolved or updated equipment was introduced.
- Assisted in training new employees, providing guidance on proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Expedited order fulfillment by organizing inventory effectively, ensuring swift access to required parts during the assembly process.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere by maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues at all levels within the organization.
- Achieved faster turnaround times by prioritizing urgent projects as needed, helping the team meet tight deadlines.
- Reduced waste and saved resources by recycling materials and adhering to company guidelines on conservation.
- Maintained accurate records of completed tasks and reported progress to supervisors regularly for optimal workflow management.
- Coordinated closely with cross-functional teams such as Quality Control and Engineering to troubleshoot issues promptly and prevent future occurrences.
- Improved assembly efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing workstation layouts.
- Troubleshot faulty equipment.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by offering suggestions for process enhancements based on firsthand experience.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Participated in projects requiring assembly of large and small components.
- Maintained detailed records of production and assembly processes.
- Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
- Documented all in-process and out-of-process assembly activities.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Retrieved and organized parts required for departmental work orders.
- Managed inventory for all parts within the department, ensuring accurate stock levels.
- Coordinated product non-conformance processes across three departments, aiding employees in rectifying errors to minimize material waste.
Education
Owen Valley High
Spencer, IN 1997
Skills
- Kitchen management
- Ingredient sourcing
- Sanitation standards
- Temperature control
- Part ordering
- Windows 10
- Excel
- Dependable
Timeline
Cook Manager
Owen County Sheriff's Department
01.2024 - Current
Assembly Worker, Warehouse
Cook Medical
10.2001 - 05.2018
Owen Valley High
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