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Catherine Howard

Jerome,ID

Summary

Skilled cleaning team member bringing years of experience in commercial and institutional environments. Effective at working independently to manage cleaning needs in all building areas. Proficient in operating equipment, handling chemicals and restocking supplies. Efficient Sanitation Technician with strong history of maintaining strict cleaning and sanitation standards. Upholding daily, weekly and monthly equipment processing schedules to minimize contamination and infection risks. Devoted to safety and successful at completing orderly, high-quality work.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Harvest

True West Beef
10.2023 - Current
  • Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
  • I am also a dentitician and a down puller operator and a air knife operator. I work in a department that is called hide on and I am trained in more than half the positions in this department.

Quality Control Inspector

Basic American Foods
11.2020 - 01.2022
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.

Lead Machine Operator

Novolex
09.2017 - 02.2020
  • Coordinated with quality control teams to address any product defects or discrepancies, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Improved overall plant efficiency through careful monitoring of machine parameters, adjusting settings as needed.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve department goals and maintain high productivity standards.
  • Reduced machine downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving operational issues.
  • Maintained accurate records of machine performance and production data for analysis and reporting purposes.
  • Ensured smooth shift transitions through thorough communication with incoming Lead Operators regarding current status updates.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by enforcing safety rules and adhering to company policies at all times.
  • Assisted in scheduling preventative maintenance for machinery, resulting in fewer unexpected breakdowns.
  • Ensured consistent product quality by calibrating machines according to specifications and guidelines.

Sanitation Supervisor

Rite Stuff Foods
11.2014 - 12.2017
  • Maintained high cleanliness standards with regular inspections, ensuring adherence to regulations.
  • Upheld regulatory compliance by staying current with industry standards and maintaining accurate documentation of all sanitation activities performed in the facility.
  • Managed chemical inventory, ensuring safe storage and handling practices were followed at all times.
  • Reduced downtime during production changeovers with efficient coordination of sanitation crew members'' tasks during each shift transition period.
  • Promoted a positive work environment within the sanitation department by recognizing exceptional performances from team members.
  • Ensured timely completion of sanitation tasks through effective communication and teamwork amongst staff members.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Food Science

Washburn University of Topeka
Topeka, KS
05.2017

High School Diploma -

Jerome High School
Jerome, ID
05.2001

Skills

    Team Leadership

    Verbal and written communication

    Complex Problem-Solving

    Staff Training and Development

    Operations Management

    Hazardous waste handling

    Environmental Monitoring

    Chemical safety

    Cleaning procedures

    Safety Inspections

    Troubleshooting abilities

    Computer Skills

    Machine setup

    Quality Inspection

    Deadline Management

    Work Delegation

    Environmental awareness

    Machine operation expertise

Certification

I was trained through OSHA and certified in the Train a trainer course on forklifts, hysters, boom lifts, stand up forklifts and electric pallet jacks.

Timeline

Harvest

True West Beef
10.2023 - Current

Quality Control Inspector

Basic American Foods
11.2020 - 01.2022

Lead Machine Operator

Novolex
09.2017 - 02.2020

Sanitation Supervisor

Rite Stuff Foods
11.2014 - 12.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Food Science

Washburn University of Topeka

High School Diploma -

Jerome High School

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