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Damien Shaw

Summary

Skilled Cheese Maker/Shift Lead from Beehive Cheese, adept in food safety regulations and staff training, reduced waste and enhanced production efficiency. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and adaptability, ensuring high-quality standards and team development. Skillful at multitasking and decision-making, contributing to a positive and productive work environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Cheese Maker / Shift Lead

Beehive Cheese
06.2023 - Current
  • Reduced waste by monitoring production processes closely and making adjustments as needed.
  • Worked closely with quality assurance teams to ensure all products met or exceeded quality standards.
  • Managed inventory of materials, maintaining optimal levels for uninterrupted production.
  • Trained new employees on cheese-making techniques and safety procedures, ensuring consistency in product quality.
  • Maintained detailed records of daily production activities, ensuring traceability for compliance purposes.
  • Enhanced cheese quality by implementing strict hygiene and sanitation protocols during production.
  • Increased production efficiency by optimizing cheese-making processes and equipment usage.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized to promote safety, productivity and team success.
  • Cleaned and sterilized factory processing containers and work areas to keep foods safe.
  • Chose, inspected, weighed, and measured ingredients for production run.
  • Followed instructions and processes to maintain food integrity.
  • Documented batch production information such as ingredients and amounts, times, temperatures, ph and odd occurrences observed.
  • Cultivated positive work setting for all employees by actively listening and communicating with team members focused on common goals.
  • Located and corrected different operational problems and mechanical faults to maintain production levels.
  • Assessed issues with faulty equipment and utilized troubleshooting methods to alleviate problems and restore optimal production levels.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business needs.
  • Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
  • Supported upper management during critical decision-making processes by providing valuable insights based on firsthand experiences from shift operations.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for growth opportunities within the team structure.
  • Delivered superior training and leadership to teams to boost performance and help team members achieve performance targets.
  • Conducted regular team meetings to discuss progress, address concerns, and set goals for continued improvement.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
  • Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
  • Developed and implemented new processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided help to address inefficiencies.

Cashier

Walmart
12.2021 - Current
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases and locate items
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fremont High School
Ogden, UT
05.2023

Skills

  • Food Safety Regulations
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Inventory Control
  • Team Oversight
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability, Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Decision-Making
  • Good Manufacturing Practices

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Cheese Maker / Shift Lead

Beehive Cheese
06.2023 - Current

Cashier

Walmart
12.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

Fremont High School

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