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Joshua Booth

Silver Creek

Summary

Results-driven team member with extensive experience in food manufacturing. Skilled in collaboration, problem-solving, and technical proficiency, contributing to process optimization and quality assurance. Committed to maintaining high standards in safety and product reliability. Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in quality control and safety compliance. Proven ability to implement effective quality control protocols and ensure adherence to safety standards in food manufacturing. 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

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Extruder Utility

Nestle Purina PetCare
Dunkirk
11.2016 - Current
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Executed functional, regression, and performance tests to ensure product reliability.
  • Worked with team members to create efficient workflows, resulting in high productivity.
  • Communicated regularly with management to discuss quality trends.
  • Monitored production environment performance metrics for anomalies that could indicate quality issues.
  • Reported issues in a timely manner with accurate descriptions and steps to reproduce them.
  • Maintained policy, procedures, work instructions, and projects for quality and continuous improvement agendas.
  • Developed corrective and preventive action plans to resolve non-compliance issues.
  • Identified potential sources of contamination in food manufacturing environments and implemented corrective measures as needed.
  • Developed and implemented quality control protocols for food manufacturing processes.
  • Coordinated with production staff on implementation of new processes related to food manufacturing.
  • Adhered to company policies regarding safe handling of food products.
  • Developed an understanding of food regulations in order to effectively promote products within government guidelines.
  • Prepared food items according to company recipes and standards.
  • Trained new hires on proper food handling, sanitation, safety procedures, and customer service standards.
  • Inspected incoming shipments of food products to verify quality standards were met.
  • Utilized computer system to track incoming shipments of frozen foods from suppliers.
  • Followed established procedures for sanitizing all food preparation equipment after use.
  • Assisted in developing SOPs covering all aspects of the manufacturing process.
  • Monitored expiration dates on food products during restocking activities.
  • Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
  • Checked expiration dates on food items prior to stocking shelves.
  • Adhered to company policies and procedures related to food handling, health regulations, safety standards.
  • Monitored the use of hazardous chemicals in food processing operations.
  • Participated in periodic audits of the manufacturing facility's operations, equipment, and processes.
  • Monitored expiration dates of food items in order to rotate stock properly.
  • Adhered to Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines when operating machinery.
  • Stored food items properly in accordance with health regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper food handling procedures and safety protocols.
  • Adhered to health code regulations while handling food products safely.
  • Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse efficiently.
  • Loaded and unloaded freight from trucks and containers for inventory management.
  • Conducted daily safety inspections on equipment to maintain operational standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow in loading areas.
  • Stacked pallets in designated storage locations for optimal space utilization.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during material handling procedures.
  • Assisted in training new operators on best practices and equipment usage.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory movements and equipment maintenance logs.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
  • Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
  • Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
  • Operated unloading equipment to transfer bulk ingredients from transport vehicles.
  • Inspected incoming materials for quality and compliance with safety standards.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records of bulk ingredient supplies and usage.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during unloading operations.
  • Trained new staff on proper unloading procedures and equipment operation.
  • Cleared unloading areas of debris to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing job duties.
  • Operated front end loader to transport materials across job site.
  • Conducted daily equipment inspections to ensure safe operation.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during equipment operation.
  • Operated batching equipment to mix raw materials accurately.
  • Monitored inventory levels and ensured timely replenishment of supplies.
  • Recorded batch data for quality control and compliance purposes.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe workspace.
  • Assisted in training new staff on batching procedures and safety protocols.
  • Documented production processes to track consistency and improve workflows.
  • Communicated with supervisors about production schedules and material needs.
  • Communicated effectively with team members about any issues encountered during production runs.
  • Operated various types of automated mixing, blending, and filling equipment.
  • Processed written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pine Valley
Cherry Creek, NY
06-2011

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Quality control
  • Inventory management
  • Food safety compliance
  • Process optimization
  • Forklift operation
  • Team collaboration
  • Cross-functional communication
  • Problem solving
  • Continuous improvement
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Employee training
  • Safety protocol adherence
  • Conflict resolution
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • PPE compliance
  • Data entry
  • Basic math
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Calm under pressure
  • Organizational skills
  • Task prioritization
  • Self-Directed

Affiliations

  • Soon to be Father of 4
  • Applies critical thinking to all aspects of life
  • Tabletop Gamer
  • Hobby Crafting
  • Avid Hunter and outdoorsman
  • Loves to cook/grill/bake
  • Enjoys hobbies with my older children and supporting them in their interests

Timeline

Extruder Utility

Nestle Purina PetCare
11.2016 - Current

High School Diploma -

Pine Valley