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
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Aramark
New Castle
06.2022 - 05.2025
Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by adhering to health and safety regulations.
Trained new cooks on recipes, preparation methods, safety procedures and sanitation guidelines.
Troubleshot any kitchen equipment issues or malfunctions quickly and efficiently.
Kept up-to-date records of orders placed, received, stored, used, discarded or returned.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Chemical Compounder/Pumper
Emery Oleochemicals
Cincinnati
08.2010 - 04.2022
Verified that all components used in the formulation meet required specifications before beginning the compounding process.
Prepared accurate documentation related to all aspects of the compounding process including SOPs, batch records and logbooks.
Compounded batches of chemicals in accordance with batch records and instructions from supervisors.
Performed daily safety checks to ensure equipment operated according to safety protocols.
Operated various chemical-processing equipment such as mixers, reactors, evaporators and homogenizers.
Stored hazardous chemicals in a safe manner according to OSHA standards while adhering to established guidelines regarding labeling, storage areas and disposal procedures.
Cleaned and maintained compounding equipment on a regular basis to ensure efficient operation.
Performed routine maintenance activities such as changing filters or lubricating parts on chemical-processing equipment.
Conducted laboratory testing of samples throughout the manufacturing process to verify product specifications were met.
Adjusted process parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow rate or concentration levels to optimize production yields.
Mixer/Oven Operator
Kellogg's Snacks
Cincinnati
05.2005 - 08.2010
Maintained cleanliness of work area, equipment, and utensils.
Operated mixer safely, adhering to manufacturer instructions and safety recommendations to avoid workplace accidents.
Adhered to strict safety and QA standards.
Trained new employees on proper and safe use of equipment.
Collected and tested product samples at different phases of production.
Weighed materials and ingredients with accuracy.
Completed quality checks to keep equipment running at maximum efficiency.
Closely monitored equipment functionality and kept detailed records of issues.
Measured, mixed and poured liquid and powdered ingredients specific to formulations for various products.
Chemical Compounder
Givaudan Flavors
Cincinnati
06.1999 - 05.2005
Calibrated instruments used for measuring pH, viscosity, specific gravity or other properties
Adjusted process parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow rate or concentration levels to optimize production yields.
Mixed and blended raw materials in accordance with established formulas and processes.
Prepared accurate documentation related to all aspects of the compounding process including SOPs, batch records and logbooks.
Cleaned compounding equipment, enabling batches to meet quality control standards.
Adhered to safety procedures and protocols when using equipment and moving hazardous chemicals.
Operated various machinery and equipment, including forklifts to perform chemical drumming operations.
Education
GED -
Hoover High School
Des Moines, IA
05-1998
Skills
Attention to detail
Communication skills
Sanitation practices
Equipment operation
Chemical formulation
Batch processing
Quality assurance
Safety compliance
Record keeping
Effective communication
Affiliations
Accomplished private pilot with many ratings and endorsements