Desjurdin Lacey
Waupun
Summary
Dedicated Lead Hand eager to utilize strong leadership and team coordination skills. Accustomed to providing support to management and team members. Resourceful attitude and quick-learner.
Detail-oriented leader with a strong background in quality control and safety compliance. Known for implementing process improvements and training teams to adhere to best practices, ensuring operational excellence and minimized downtime.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Hand
Saputo Cheese USA Inc.
Waupun
03.2023 - 12.2025
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
- Performed quality checks on products to maintain company standards.
- Managed inventory levels and ensured stock availability for production needs.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime.
- Led team meetings to discuss goals, progress, and address any concerns.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure adherence to production schedules.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance overall efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to meet safety standards.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline operations.
- Oversaw the training and onboarding of new employees to ensure compliance.
- Implemented best practices for handling and storing dairy products.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Provided hands-on support during peak production times to meet deadlines.
- Trained employees on company procedures and worksite safety.
- Scheduled staff shifts based on production demands to optimize workforce.
- Provided guidance to team members on best practices for their tasks and duties.
- Identified areas for improvement in workflow processes.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency in the workplace.
- Maintained a positive work environment by effectively managing conflicts between team members.
- Performed quality control checks on products before they left the warehouse or store location.
- Organized daily workflow schedules for each employee according to their skillset and experience level.
- Monitored and reviewed the performance of employees.
- Participated in recruitment activities such as interviewing job candidates.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to company policies and procedures.
Hemp farmer
3 Tall Pines Farm LLC
Plymouth
09.2021 - 02.2023
- I help tend to plants and crop.
- Handle daily orders along with keeping stock of certain items.
- Operated and maintained irrigation systems to ensure optimal water distribution for crops.
- Conducted soil tests to assess nutrient levels and made recommendations for amendments.
- Monitored crop health and growth, adjusted care practices to maximize yield.
- Implemented pest control measures to protect crops from infestations and diseases.
- Managed planting and harvesting schedules to align with seasonal weather patterns.
- Assisted in the development of crop rotation plans to enhance soil health.
- Assessed equipment maintenance needs and coordinated repairs to minimize downtime.
- Developed strategies for improving soil quality and farm sustainability.
- Utilized sustainable farming practices to reduce environmental impact.
Warehouse Associate
Walmart
Beaver Dam
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Unloaded freight from trailers.
- Used various power equipment to help with daily tasks.
- Cross trained in different departments to help productivity.
- Unloaded freight shipments and ensured accurate placement in designated storage areas.
- Operated forklifts and hand trucks to efficiently transport products within the warehouse.
Pressman
Quad Graphics
Lomira
09.2012 - 02.2018
- I had 2 pressman duties included handling employees on press.
- Making sure machines and press was ready for operation.
- Rolltender duties included being prepared for job being ran on press.
- Managing paper for current and up coming work.
- Managing equipment needed for certain work on press.
- Operated printing press to produce high-quality printed materials according to specifications.
- Monitored press operations to ensure consistent quality and adherence to production standards.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate workflow and meet tight production schedules.
Education
High school diploma -
Ralph R Mckee Career And Technical High School
Staten Island, NYSkills
- Farming
- Carpentry
- Warehouse experience
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Freight Experience
- Drywall
- Mowing
- Handyman
- Landscape Maintenance
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Load & Unload
- Gardening
- Order Picking
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Packaging
- Loader Operation
- Process improvement
- Quality control
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Cross-department communication
- Employee training
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Workflow optimization
- Staff scheduling
- Performance monitoring
- Team member development
- Team coordination
- Task coordination
- Workplace ethics
- Team member training
- Edit or add your own
Timeline
Lead Hand
Saputo Cheese USA Inc.
03.2023 - 12.2025
Hemp farmer
3 Tall Pines Farm LLC
09.2021 - 02.2023
Warehouse Associate
Walmart
09.2018 - 06.2021
Pressman
Quad Graphics
09.2012 - 02.2018
High school diploma -
Ralph R Mckee Career And Technical High School