Jose Mireles
Center
Summary
Results-driven Debone Shoulder Cutter with extensive experience at Tyson Foods, skilled in precision cutting and deboning techniques. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency through teamwork and adherence to food safety regulations. Recognized for maintaining high-quality standards and training new employees in safe food handling practices.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Debone Shoulder Cutter
Tyson Foods
Center, TX
2013 - Current
- Operated cutting machines to process materials for production.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols and procedures effectively.
- Supported team members in various tasks to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Conducted quality checks on cut materials to ensure specifications were met.
- Collaborated with colleagues to optimize production schedules and minimize downtime.
- Adapted quickly to new tools and equipment as required by workflows.
- Followed instructions accurately to complete assigned tasks within deadlines.
- Prepared poultry by cleaning, cutting and discarding inedible parts.
- Achieved consistent results under tight deadlines by effectively prioritizing tasks and maintaining focus in a fast-paced work setting.
- Kept knife-edges sharp to create precise cuts and prevent accidents.
- Maintained a safe work environment by consistently following safety guidelines and procedures.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss process improvements, safety concerns, or other relevant topics related to the shoulder cutter role.
- Proactively identified potential issues in raw materials or equipment performance, addressing them before they impacted final product quality or safety standards.
- Enhanced product quality by performing regular equipment maintenance and inspections.
- Created direct cuts around wing shoulder and along scapula on each front half of chicken to prepare for packaging.
- Expertly scored meat and removed bones, gristle and other waste.
- Displayed strong attention to detail when selecting appropriate materials for each project based on specifications provided by clients or supervisors.
- Often rotated between Role and Role positions to increase production flow and fill staffing gaps.
- Carefully handled and removed bones and waste to keep work area free from debris.
- Adhered to high-quality company production standards and guidelines for USDA policy.
- Kept up with production line stream to sustain flow of productivity.
- Trained new employees on proper shoulder cutting techniques and company-specific procedures, increasing workforce skill levels.
- Used hand tools to complete delicate work.
- Maintained safety practices and quality controls.
- Removed unwanted or unneeded materials off desirable products.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards to prevent contamination and comply with regulations.
- Trimmed fat to remove undesirable parts from cuts of meat.
- Trained new employees on proper meat-cutting techniques and safety measures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Center High School
Center, TXSkills
- Knife handling
- Efficient pacing
- Food safety regulations
- Deboning techniques
- Precision cutting
- Cleaning practices
- Workplace safety
- Production experience
- Safety practices
- Hand tools
- Assembly line experience
- Teamwork
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Safe food handling
- Knife skills
- De-boning meats
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Debone Shoulder Cutter
Tyson Foods
2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
Center High School