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Kevin Dawson

New Madrid,MO

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Riceland Foods Inc. Skilled in accurate weighing and ticket issuance, ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with team members and resolve discrepancies, enhancing operational efficiency. Strong time management and equipment inspection skills contribute to a productive work environment.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Scale House Operator /Lab Operator

Riceland Foods Inc.
07.2023 - Current
  • Operate weigh scales and issued tickets when necessary.
  • Complied with safety regulations to avoid potential injuries and support company goals.
  • Collaborate with truck drivers and site personnel to resolve any weight discrepancies or issues promptly.
  • Answered customer calls professionally and routed to appropriate person.
  • Probe all incoming trucks, grade and mill each sample.
  • Ensure that all of the Co-Product trucks are weighed accurately and receive the correct paperwork.
  • Clean grain bins.
  • Operate front end loaders and skid-steers when needed.

General Laborer

John 3:16 Ministries
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Led crews when required.
  • Attended daily Bible studies and conducted some as well.

Production Worker/ Carbon Bake

Magnitude 7 Metals
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Operated machines, conveyors, and overhead cranes.
  • Conducted all utility work in the Carbon Bake area.

Farm Laborer/Operator

Riley James Farms
05.2020 - 01.2021
  • Collaborated with coworkers to complete daily farm tasks efficiently and quickly.
  • Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
  • Irrigated crops, helped spray and control weeds.
  • Operated combine, and tractors to get crop out.

Landscaper/Mower

Myself
01.2006 - 01.2012
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.

Farmer

Dawson Farms
01.2004 - 01.2010
  • Maintained and repaired various farming equipment.
  • Enforced proper storage of crops, fertilizers and materials used in agricultural production.
  • Selected and purchased supplies and equipment such as seed, and farm machinery.
  • Operated tractors, combines, semi-trucks, to put in and harvest crops.


Education

High School Diploma -

New Madrid County Central High School
New Madrid, MO

Skills

  • Ticket issuance
  • Accurate weighing
  • Safety procedures
  • Microsoft office
  • Outbound scale operations
  • Shipping documentation
  • Safety requirements
  • Equipment inspection
  • Time management

Timeline

Scale House Operator /Lab Operator

Riceland Foods Inc.
07.2023 - Current

General Laborer

John 3:16 Ministries
12.2022 - 06.2023

Production Worker/ Carbon Bake

Magnitude 7 Metals
08.2021 - 03.2022

Farm Laborer/Operator

Riley James Farms
05.2020 - 01.2021

Landscaper/Mower

Myself
01.2006 - 01.2012

Farmer

Dawson Farms
01.2004 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

New Madrid County Central High School
Kevin Dawson