Jon Clennon
Perham,MN
Summary
Hard working, physically and mentally capable to take on challenges and problem solving. Years of experience in many fields and always willing to learn more. Quick to learn and acclimated. Solution based, looking for ways to improve productivity and personally.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dryer Operator/Warehouse Material Handler
Bongards' Creameries
Perham, Mn
05.2025 - 03.2026
- Adjusted temperatures and airflow during drying operations.
- Inspected powder flow and product appearance during drying runs.
- Observed machine operation, watching and listening for jamming, spillage, burning and other equipment malfunctions or damage to product.
- Set up, operated and maintained drying machines to process materials or substances.
- Reported equipment damage or malfunctions promptly, facilitating quick repairs and minimizing downtime.
- Analyzed product moisture content using moisture meters to verify correct moisture levels throughout and after drying.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on dryers, ensuring optimal performance and preventing operational disruptions.
New Hire Trainer
Shearers Foods
Perham, MN
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Trained new hires on plant safety and GMP standards.
- Demonstrated production line procedures for snack food packaging and changeovers.
- Coached employees on sanitation practices and food handling expectations.
- Supported supervisors with shift training and daily floor orientation.
- Monitored trainee progress and reinforced proper equipment and line operations.
- Explained quality checks and labeling requirements for Shearer's Foods products.
- Guided new hires through attendance rules, break routines, and workplace expectations.
- Conducted orientations for new hires, introducing them to company policies and procedures.
- Conducted follow-up sessions to ensure that new hires were properly assimilating into the workplace environment.
- Facilitated group discussions between experienced staff members and new hires to provide insight into job expectations.
- Demonstrated the use of computer systems, software applications, and other technology tools used by new hires.
Conversion Coating Specialist
Swan Machine
Perham, MN
08.2021 - 02.2024
- Applied protective coatings to parts for surface durability.
- Making sure parts meet strict quality standards. Some military spec
- Directed all department operations on the 2nd shift.
Education
Austin High
Austin, MNSkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Process monitoring
- Quality inspection
- GMP compliance
- Machine operation expertise
- Warehouse management
- Forklift operation
- Training delivery
- Oral and written communication
- Inventory purchasing
- Sales/Marketing
- Cash management
- Insurance background
- Gaming industry background
- Work very well independently and in group setting
Timeline
Dryer Operator/Warehouse Material Handler
Bongards' Creameries
05.2025 - 03.2026
New Hire Trainer
Shearers Foods
04.2024 - 05.2025
Conversion Coating Specialist
Swan Machine
08.2021 - 02.2024
Austin High