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Joseph Tate

Des Moines,IA

Summary

Team Lead With the diverse experience and education. Having performed well in production and quality control will be able to continue in an upward trend and lead others into success. Proven track record with training staff on several different production lines as well as in Quality Control. Promise to continue embracing the Hormel/Osceola foods culture and pushing for excellence & top quality. Detail-oriented Quality Control Technician adept at reviewing materials and finished items for compliance with specifications and standards. Skilled in reporting and problem-solving with a history of making a positive impact on operations. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Specialist – Production line worker Hand Pack

Osceola Foods
01.2023 - Current
  • In quality control I am responsible for inspecting and/or testing products before, during, and after the manufacturing process to ensure that products align with company and legal standards as well as USDA standards
  • I also handle the paperwork to document all tests performed in compliance with USDA standard
  • I assist with other tasks outside of my normal duties
  • Such as: training new employees and assisting with 24 hours audits as well as other tasks that I am asked
  • I work as a team player to assist anyone that needs help
  • Even being in Quality Control, I will jump in and assist the production lines to be sure everything runs smoothly
  • Completed production targets within deadlines
  • Keep daily track of damaged product and reported to the supervisor on the floor
  • Use tools and machinery to assemble parts on the line during my shift
  • Follow safety policies and keep work area clean of debris and clutter while on the line.

Quality Control Specialist – Unicore Textile Mill

12.2021 - 06.2023
  • In the apparel and masks for the military, QC's check that seams and/or stitching are neat and strong, and verify that all products are produced to the same size and standard
  • Checked specifications and measurements of the stitching
  • Quality Control Inspectors need to keep accurate records of products checked, sometimes carrying out a statistical analysis.

Lead Collections Specialist

JCT Consultants
02.2015 - 11.2021
  • I had a call center team that I was responsible for scheduling and making sure everyone met their performance expectations
  • Responsible for cleaning up the accounts receivable down to a zeo balance
  • Responsible for general office front end management.

Assistant Manager

Tokyo Steakhouse
04.2009 - 10.2013
  • Effectively recruiting and managing employees, overseeing operations, handling customer complaints, and generating financial reports
  • Other important aspects of a Restaurant Manager's duties are to ensure health and safety regulations and manage inventory.

Education

Associate of Arts - IT/General Studies

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
05.2026

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Billing And Coding Certificate

Medical Billing & Coding School
San Francisco, CA

High School Diploma -

EISENHOWER HIGH SCHOOL
REALTO, CALIFORNIA
05.1999

Skills

  • Type 65 WPM Proficient with project management software Team player Excellent time management skills Conflict management Public speaking Data analytics
  • Quality Training
  • Internal Audits
  • Quality Metrics
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Non-conformance reporting
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Sterilization Validation
  • Packaging validation
  • Mathematical knowledge
  • Relationship Building
  • Safety Procedures
  • Functional Testing
  • Quality improvements
  • Body language Fluency

Timeline

Quality Control Specialist – Production line worker Hand Pack

Osceola Foods
01.2023 - Current

Quality Control Specialist – Unicore Textile Mill

12.2021 - 06.2023

Lead Collections Specialist

JCT Consultants
02.2015 - 11.2021

Assistant Manager

Tokyo Steakhouse
04.2009 - 10.2013

Associate of Arts - IT/General Studies

Des Moines Area Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Billing And Coding Certificate

Medical Billing & Coding School

High School Diploma -

EISENHOWER HIGH SCHOOL
Joseph Tate