Kevin Fay
Presque Isle
Summary
Dynamic Processing Team Lead at McCain Foods USA with a strong work ethic and proven ability to enhance operational excellence. Successfully mentored teams, driving productivity improvements through innovative process management. Skilled in crisis resolution and effective communication, ensuring safety and quality in high-pressure environments. Committed to fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Processing Team Lead
McCain Foods USA
05.2024 - Current
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and skill development within the team.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for team members, providing constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement.
- Improved overall productivity by identifying areas for process improvement and implementing changes.
- Enhanced processing efficiency by streamlining workflow and implementing innovative solutions.
Control Room Operator
McCain Foods USA
01.2018 - 05.2024
- Managed crisis situations calmly under pressure, collaborating with team members to resolve problems quickly while minimizing potential impacts on operations.
- Performed emergency operations to shut down faulty equipment, maintain electric service and safeguard station machinery.
- Ensured smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining clear communication lines with colleagues and providing comprehensive briefings on relevant issues.
- Demonstrated adaptability during periods of change, embracing new technologies or methodologies to improve overall control room functionality.
- Reported complex issues and conditions to management for specialized diagnosis and repair.
- Maintained high levels of safety in the workplace through diligent observation and strict adherence to protocols.
- Collaborated across departments to address interrelated issues affecting productivity or safety at the facility.
Fryer Operator
McCain Foods USA
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Start, operate, and stop machinery that blanches, dries, fries, and freezes potato products.
- Keep accurate and legible production reports.
- Conduct product quality tests and enter data into our Infinity database.
- Adjust blancher, dryer, and fryer temperatures and water/oil depths to ensure top-quality products.
- Clean and sanitize equipment regularly and during scheduled downtime.
- Communicate with production supervisors about any conditions affecting finished products.
Education
Plumbing/Heating
NMCC
Presque Isle, ME05-2003
Skills
- Team motivation
- Standard operating procedures
- Operational excellence
- Deadline management
- Task delegation
- Process management
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Timeline
Processing Team Lead
McCain Foods USA
05.2024 - Current
Control Room Operator
McCain Foods USA
01.2018 - 05.2024
Fryer Operator
McCain Foods USA
05.2017 - 01.2018
Plumbing/Heating
NMCC
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