CLAUDIA WILLIS
Junction City
Summary
I have been working at Russell Stovers going on 9 years. The experience I gained ranges from making Candy to train and to give my knowledge to other new Employees. I learned about quality and how to handle different food allergen's in a safe way without cross contamination. Managing 5s in different areas of the kitchen. I'm eager to grow into a new position with new challenge's and goals. I'm seeking a challenging new role with room for advancement. I have excellent people skills and learned how to communicate with different personalities in different situations. The skills I have acquired during my years of employment in production operation i can use in a new position. I've been handling quality issues in a food manufacturing plant. I'm eager to start a new chapter and new career path. Working as a kitchen lead I have been dealing with cross contamination, foreign materials and different allergen's on a daily basis. Driven to improve product quality in manufacturing environments. Eager to help manufacturers eliminate production errors and increase successful manufacturing figures. I'm a fast learner and use to Multitasking in a fast pace work environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Footlocker Distribution Center
11.2024 - Current
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Used hand-held scanners to pack shoes to customer
Kitchen Lead
Russell Stover Chocolates
07.2019 - Current
- Working with SAP
- Setting up areas in the Kitchen for 5S
- Writing daily Production Schedule for Candy Makers
- Training new Candy Makers on how to follow recipes to produce food prooucts of specified flavor, texture, clarity or color
- Oversee daily production and cleaning in Kitchen
- Use computers for various application, such as database management or word processing
- Worked as Lindt coach Lor the Lindt production way
- Trained new employees in food safety protocols and kitchen operations.
- Conducted regular inspections of kitchen area for cleanliness and safety.
- Provided ongoing feedback and coaching to team members regarding performance.
- Oversaw food production for quality and consistency with Company Policies
- Oversee daily production and handling foreign material issues
- Managing different allergens on a daily production Schedule
- Worked as a Lindt Coach for the Lindt Production way
Candy Maker
Russell Stover Chocolates
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Created batches of handmade candies, such as fudge, truffles, caramels, and hard candy.
- Operated and maintained equipment used to make candy including tempering machines and cooling tables, different steam kettles and Hobart mixers
- Measured ingredients accurately using scales, graduated cylinders, spoons and other tools.
- Monitored product quality throughout the manufacturing process to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Adjusted machinery settings to control temperature and speed during production runs.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations when making candy products.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems that occurred during production processes.
- Cleaned and sterilized work areas between batches of candy to prevent cross-contamination.
- Documented production data such as quantity produced, batch numbers and time taken for each step of the process.
- Tested samples from each batch of finished product to confirm they meet quality standards.
- Broke down, cleaned and sanitized work stations at end of shift.
- Properly stored food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures.
- Followed production list provided by supervisor.
- Set up work stations, prep tables, service counters and steam tables.
- Selected, measured and weighed ingredients in specified amounts.
- Observed strict food safety and sanitation rules and practices to avoid illnesses like E.coli and salmonella.
- Followed recipes with accuracy and precision to achieve optimal integrity of food products, including specific flavor and texture.
- Filled processing containers, including kettles, pressure cookers and vats with various ingredients in preparation for mixing.
- Used paddles and agitators in large vats to heat, mix and blend ingredients.
Production Lead
Junction City Wire Harness
08.2011 - 07.2016
- Coordinated production schedules and assigned tasks to employees.
- Monitored the quality of products during production process.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all staff members.
- Identified areas of improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
- Conducted performance reviews with team members to ensure goals are being met.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members when necessary.
- Assisted in training new personnel in the use of tools and equipment.
- Oversaw workstation setup and operation and mobilized production line and shift employees to meet customer quality standards and schedules.
- Coordinated material supply to assembly line, regulated flow of finished goods to warehouse and fulfilled order requirements.
- Reported problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisor.
- Checked finished products to ensure quality and that industry standards were met before use.
- Identified and supported continuous improvement efforts with supervisor.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
Candy Maker
Russell Stover Chocolates
04.2010 - 03.2011
Line Worker
Armour Swift-Eckrich
05.2009 - 03.2010
- Working on Production line
- Packing food product
- Organizing boxes on pallets
- Labeled finished products with appropriate information such as serial numbers or barcodes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hauptschule Gemuenden
06-1987
Some College (No Degree) - Associates of Applied Science (Computer)
Cloud County Community College
Junction City, KSCulinary Arts
Culinary Arts School - Bad Kissingen
01.1987
Skills
- Strong verbal communication
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Quality Control analysis
- Supervision
- Mathematic
- Material preparation
- Order picking
- SAP knowledge
- Team management
- 5S Knowledge
- Kitchen equipment use
- Food Presentation
- Sanitation Standards
- Food Storage
- Kitchen Organization
- Cooking Techniques
- Food Preparation
- Scheduling
- Product Rotation
- Quality Assurance
- Staff Supervision
- Kitchen Management
- Food Safety
- Problem-Solving
- Staff Management
- Performance Monitoring
- Safe Food Handling
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Attention to Detail
- Employee Scheduling
- Fluent in German and English
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Material Handler
Footlocker Distribution Center
11.2024 - Current
Kitchen Lead
Russell Stover Chocolates
07.2019 - Current
Candy Maker
Russell Stover Chocolates
07.2016 - 07.2019
Production Lead
Junction City Wire Harness
08.2011 - 07.2016
Candy Maker
Russell Stover Chocolates
04.2010 - 03.2011
Line Worker
Armour Swift-Eckrich
05.2009 - 03.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Associates of Applied Science (Computer)
Cloud County Community College
Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts School - Bad Kissingen
High School Diploma -
Hauptschule Gemuenden
Similar Profiles
Emayra VelezEmayra Velez
Learning and Development Trainer at Footlocker Distribution CenterLearning and Development Trainer at Footlocker Distribution Center
Madalyn LeggioMadalyn Leggio
Wave Planner at Footlocker Distribution CenterWave Planner at Footlocker Distribution Center
Aniya GriffinAniya Griffin
Sales Associate at Footlocker, FootlockerSales Associate at Footlocker, Footlocker