Results-driven professional with extensive experience at Foremost Farms USA Cooperative, specializing in food safety regulations and HACCP planning. Proven ability to enhance product quality and operational efficiency through effective staff training and adherence to sanitation protocols. Skilled in machinery operation and committed to achieving high standards in production environments.
Work History
OO Cheesemaker/clean up
9 Years 5 Months
Foremost Farms USA Cooperative | 10.2016 - 03.2026
Operated cheese-making equipment to produce high-quality dairy products.
Monitored fermentation processes to ensure product consistency and safety standards.
Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of production areas and equipment.
Conducted quality checks on raw materials and finished products for compliance with specifications.
Filler Operator
1 Year 3 Months
Dean Foods | 03.2015 - 06.2016
Operated filling machines to ensure accurate product volume and packaging integrity.
Monitored production lines for quality control, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to maximize operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
Assisted in training new operators on machinery usage and safety protocols.
MachineOperator/Line Lead/
4 Years 1 Month
Land "O" Lake's | 10.2010 - 11.2014
Operated machinery for production processes, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
Assisted in training new operators on machinery use and safety practices.
Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance standards.
Adjusted machine settings to meet specific product specifications efficiently.
Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased output consistency.
Maintained accurate records of production data and machine performance metrics.
Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
Automotive Technician
19 Years 5 Months
Broadway Automotive | 09.1990 - 02.2010
Started with Co-op program in High School and was hired full time after graduation. After graduation I worked my up to be a ASE skilled technician