Devan Ferk
Leoma,TN
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Packer
Frito Lay
Pulaski, TN
06.2024 - Current
- Comply with all housekeeping and cleaning standards.
- Completed all mezzanine training in the pop division.
- Clean and help zero scales.
- Managed stock of packing materials and supplies, requesting resupply as necessary.
- Notified team leader of product discrepancies and equipment malfunction.
- Prepare for and perform changeovers in a consistent and timely manner, as needed.
- Detail clean, other areas of the plant as needed or asked.
- Take trash buggies to the trash room, while maintaining low waste.
- Use recycled boxes when possible.
- Cleaned machines and performed machine and loop shutdowns.
- Help co-workers finish shutdowns and clean in other areas.
- Collaborated with colleagues from other departments in order to coordinate efficient workflow processes.
- Adhered to product safety and hygiene guidelines for health and regulatory compliance.
- Provided feedback on packing processes to supervisors for continuous improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory packed and materials used.
- Collaborated with team members to meet packing deadlines during high-volume periods.
- Loaded and unloaded items from machines, carts and dollies.
Line Cook
Preston's Restaurant
Leoma, TN
12.2019 - 06.2024
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Worked with relay logic circuits.
- Observed safety regulations while working on energized systems.
- Installed electrical wiring and fixtures, such as outlets, switches, circuit breakers, junction boxes and wall sockets.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on existing electrical systems.
- Ensured compliance with relevant codes related to the National Electrical Code.
- Measured, cut and bent wire and conduit using hand tools and power tools.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems with various types of control systems.
- Read blueprints or technical diagrams to determine the layout of a system.
- Assembled conduits by threading ends together with couplings or clamps.
- Used specialized diagnostic tools to locate faults in complex electrical systems.
- Adhered to company policies regarding the use of personal protective equipment.
- Performed general maintenance on electrical systems including replacing worn parts and repairing faulty wiring.
- Calculated load capacities of circuits to ensure conformance to code requirements.
- Identified potential problems before they occur by inspecting equipment regularly.
- Installed lighting fixtures such as fluorescent bulbs or LED lights.
- Replaced defective circuit breakers or fuses when necessary.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Performed installation, maintenance and tests of electrical energy systems and components by safely using all equipment and tools.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for efficient operations.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified professionals.
- Demonstrated strong foundation of safety knowledge and implemented industry best practices.
- Inspected existing wiring to identify short circuits.
- Utilized measuring and testing instruments such as ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters and testing lamps accurately, efficiently and safely to complete installations and repairs.
- Gathered required tools and equipment for each task to increase efficiency.
- Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness and safety in work areas.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Followed relevant electrical and building codes for each job.
- Worked in all weather conditions and on multiple types of ladders and mechanical lifts.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.
- Received multiple certifications, such as man-lift, fork-lift, confined space, and fire watch.
Apprentice Electrician
IBEW Local 558
Sheffield, AL
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Worked with relay logic circuits.
- Observed safety regulations while working on energized systems.
- Installed electrical wiring and fixtures, such as outlets, switches, circuit breakers, junction boxes and wall sockets.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on existing electrical systems.
- Ensured compliance with relevant codes related to the National Electrical Code.
- Measured, cut and bent wire and conduit using hand tools and power tools.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems with various types of control systems.
- Read blueprints or technical diagrams to determine the layout of a system.
- Assembled conduits by threading ends together with couplings or clamps.
- Used specialized diagnostic tools to locate faults in complex electrical systems.
- Adhered to company policies regarding the use of personal protective equipment.
- Performed general maintenance on electrical systems including replacing worn parts and repairing faulty wiring.
- Calculated load capacities of circuits to ensure conformance to code requirements.
- Identified potential problems before they occur by inspecting equipment regularly.
- Installed lighting fixtures such as fluorescent bulbs or LED lights.
- Replaced defective circuit breakers or fuses when necessary.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Performed installation, maintenance and tests of electrical energy systems and components by safely using all equipment and tools.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for efficient operations.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified professionals.
- Demonstrated strong foundation of safety knowledge and implemented industry best practices.
- Inspected existing wiring to identify short circuits.
- Utilized measuring and testing instruments such as ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters and testing lamps accurately, efficiently and safely to complete installations and repairs.
- Gathered required tools and equipment for each task to increase efficiency.
- Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness and safety in work areas.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Followed relevant electrical and building codes for each job.
- Worked in all weather conditions and on multiple types of ladders and mechanical lifts.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.
- Received multiple certifications, such as man-lift, fork-lift, confined space, and fire watch.
Line Cook
Preston's Restaurant
Leoma, TN
11.2016 - 08.2019
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- Carved ham, turkey and roast beef for use in sandwiches and buffet carving station.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
- Trained new team members on proper meat and vegetable preparation techniques.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Loretto High School
Loretto, TN05-2019
Skills
- Safety Protocols
- Reading Comprehension
- Load Planning
- Supply Management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Inspection
- Food Safety Regulations
- Material Organization
Certification
- Fork-lift
- Man-lift
- Confined space
- Fire watch
Timeline
Packer
Frito Lay
06.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Preston's Restaurant
12.2019 - 06.2024
Apprentice Electrician
IBEW Local 558
08.2019 - 12.2021
Line Cook
Preston's Restaurant
11.2016 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Loretto High School