Erica Askew
302 Montview Way Centerville,GA
Summary
Experienced and dependable supervisor with close to 20 years of leading, training, and directing a diverse work staff of seasonal employees. Expert knowledge of Cotton Classing standards, QMP and HVI grading. Skilled in the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high a degree of accuracy. Collaborative and committed to recognizing problems and finding solutions in order to meet agency mission, vision and goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisory Agricultural Commodity Grader
USD,AMS Cotton And Tobacco Program
12.2004 - Current
- Supervise the classification of cotton performed by a shift of 60+ seasonal employees assigned to the office to ensure accurate testing level of High Volume Instrument(HVI) machines and accurate extraneous matter determinations.
- Ensure that High Volume Instrument (HVI) machines are properly calibrated for testing and that repairs and maintenance are completed in a timely manner.
- Analyze internal and external reports in order to maintain a consistent HVI testing and classing level within our office and to remain on the proper level with QMP standards.
- Provide technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues or other production challenges that impacted product quality levels.
- Oversee the Commercial Standardization of Instrument Testing of Cotton (CSITC) Trials and Preseason line evaluations
- Provide technical and customer service support to gin personnel in regard to claims of inaccurate and/or delayed classing, and information about USDA,AMS Cotton and Tobacco services.
- Successfully transition new hires into their position by promptly providing a thorough orientation and training of job duties, policies and procedures.
- Review and assess operational procedures periodically and propose operating changes that would improve overall efficiency and effectiveness of services.
- Created standard operating procedures manual in order to train and provide accurate instruction to supervisors for daily operations.
- Developed award incentive program for seasonal employees in order to improve employee performance and recognize excellence in quality, production and attitude.
- Successfully served in the capacity of Acting Assistant Area Director where I was responsible for directing, administering, and carrying out programs and activities assigned to the office.
- Provide communication to cotton industry personnel and the public in the uses and advantages of cotton classing services by providing guided tours of the classing office facility, serving as the agency representative for events and presenting information to large and small groups.
- Perform administrative duties such as the daily workload, evaluate loose sales, preparing AD-700's and leave audits.
- Prepare correspondence, monthly reports and justification letters.
- Formulate cost comparisons necessary to determine office annual funding needs.
- Procure supplies and services to meet the procurement requirements of the organization.
- Assist the Area Director, Assistant Area Director and Budget Technician in the hiring process including rating candidates and conducting interviews.
- Annually assess workforce needs in order to create seasonal employee shift schedule for all three shifts.
- Perform performance ratings of seasonal employees and two permanent employees in order to improve performance and productivity as well as to determine employee developmental needs.
- Demonstrated experience in monitoring facilities and processes for adherence to safety guidelines by overseeing inspections and recommending corrective measures.
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Tyson Foods, Inc.
06.2000 - 04.2001
- Ensure compliance with laws and regulations issued by the FDA, USDA, and other state and local agencies regarding food safety.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular training, feedback, and guidance to 10 Quality Assurance technicians.
- Served as key liaison between Quality Assurance and other departments, facilitating collaborative efforts that led to increased product consistency and customer satisfaction.
Education
Master of Science - Agribusiness Management
Alabama A & M University
Normal, AL04.2004
Skills
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Verbal/Oral Communication
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management
Accomplishments
- Administrator Group Award (2022) - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility committee member.
- Monetary Group Award - Provided savings, efficiency, quality, and production in the Macon Classing Office.
- Monetary Individual Award - Provided excellent customer service to cotton industry and gin personnel.
Certification
- Business Writing Training - 2024
- GS-11 Supervisor Training- 2023
- John Maxwell Maxwell Mastermind Training- Everyone Communicates, Few Connect - 2015
References
Noah Bell
Area Director, Macon Classing Office
USDA, AMS Cotton & Tobacco Program
Macon, GA 31220
Phone: 478-474-2831
Email: Noah.Bell@usda.gov
Lou D. Essex, Jr.
Supervisor, Quality Assurance Division
USDA, AMS Cotton & Tobacco Program
Memphis, TN 38133
Phone: 901-384-3020
Email: Lou.Essex@usda.gov
Timeline
Supervisory Agricultural Commodity Grader
USD,AMS Cotton And Tobacco Program
12.2004 - Current
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Tyson Foods, Inc.
06.2000 - 04.2001
Master of Science - Agribusiness Management
Alabama A & M University
- Business Writing Training - 2024
- GS-11 Supervisor Training- 2023
- John Maxwell Maxwell Mastermind Training- Everyone Communicates, Few Connect - 2015
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