ELIZABETH BALDERAS

Sorter / Inspector

4/2023 - Current

Inspected and sorted bad birds from running shackles, identifying those with airsac or contamination, ensuring quality control at rate of 35-40 birds per minute.

• Removed unopened birds from moving shackles and made precise cuts for venter machine gut extraction.
• Removed small, contaminated birds and those with tumors to maintain quality control.
• Utilized scissors consistently during tasks to ensure safety and precision.

• This position is responsible for assisting the Supervisor in coordination of the daily responsibilities of the department by ensuring the Supervisor's instructions are communicated to the team members and carried out timely and correctly.
• This position will also monitor all equipment to ensure it is working properly and notify the supervisor of any needed maintenance while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
• Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
• Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

• Lift live birds from a conveyor belt, hanging their feet into a moving shack at a rate of approx 21 to 30 birds per minute.
• Rotate with other hangers, operate the belt conveyor switch.
• Ensure that no live birds are on the floor.
• Birds must be picked up off the belt by both legs.
• Properly place the birds in the shackles by both legs with the tail out.
• Completely fill the shackle line with live birds.
• Ensure that no DOAs are hung on the shackle line.
• Do not overload the belt with birds.

• Cook and maintain hot bar with freshly prepared foods, answering phone taking orders, and do an inventory each month.
• Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes, ensuring quality and taste consistency.
• Supervised kitchen staff during peak hours to ensure smooth operations.
• Trained new cooks on food safety and preparation techniques.
• Coordinated meal preparation schedules to optimize workflow efficiency.

• Performed cone stabbing, shoulder cutting, and wing rounding to meet production standards.
• Executed cone stabbing, shoulder cutting, and wing rounding at production line speeds of 40 birds per minute.
• Prepared and trimmed meat products for processing on the debone line.
• Operated cutting tools and equipment to ensure efficient production flow.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area throughout shifts.

• Built and tested chainsaws in booth to confirm proper operation at optimal speed.
• Managed multiple tasks efficiently while adapting to changing priorities.
• Operated chainsaws and other cutting equipment for efficient wood processing.
• Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
• Collaborated with team members to execute large-scale forestry projects effectively.