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Kevin Halter

Washington,IN

Summary

Quality Control Lab Analyst seeking a new position to build upon the work experience gained at GPC. Team player with a strong work ethic who is adaptable.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Laboratory Analyst

Grain Processing Corporation
Washington, IN
02.2022 - Current

• Trained in the following areas of analysis: Wastewater, Starch, Maltodextrin, Microbiology, Corn, Feed, and Alcohol/Distillation

• Skilled using an assortment of machinery and general laboratory practices

• Timely with data entry and communication

• Have trained several new hires

Research and Development

Perdue Farms, Inc.
Washington, IN
04.2019 - 01.2022
  • Conducted research experiments according to company standards to test for livestock quality, documenting changes via quantitative & qualitative reports
  • Achieved specific team goals by partnering with staff to share & implement best practices
  • Monitored & upheld safe operating procedures/clean area mandates to meet regulatory requirements
  • Accepted management responsibility during managerial absences & trained employees

Civil Servant

Daviess County
Washington, IN
07.2017 - 02.2019
  • Operated city department duties including recycling, trash pickup, wood chipping, & maintenance of the county security center, as well as multiple cemeteries

Customer Service Specialist

AT&T
Washington, IN
05.2016 - 11.2016
  • Built client rapport whilst processing repair documentation & troubleshooting technical discrepancies
  • Secured client retention by driving service & product benefits, features, & recommendations around clients' needs
  • Helped customers open accounts, make deposits, update information, & carry out a range of routine actions

Customer Care Specialist

Veterinary Cancer Group
Woodland Hills, CA
08.2015 - 12.2015
  • Interacted with customers to provide & process information in response to inquiries, concerns, & requests about services & products
  • Resolved billing & service issues for customers
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by managing accounts & contracts

Manager/Server Shift Leader

The Siam House
Bloomington, IN
11.2013 - 08.2015
  • Developed sales goals, originated marketing, & improved point of sale software upgrades that lead to streamlined workflow resulting in numerous restaurant awards
  • Opened & closed restaurant independently, balanced the cash drawer, handled cash deposits, processed sales, answered phone calls, hosted, served, organized large events, catered, & performed inventory
  • Responsible for delegation, payroll, hiring, promotion, & scheduling

Manager

Superior Shoes
Bloomington, IN
04.2013 - 11.2013
  • Planned, initiated & reviewed sales goals, handled marketing, hired & promoted staff
  • Provided customers with a positive shopping experience via pleasant, reliable, & accommodating service, whilst displaying customer care via detailed product knowledge & discounted opportunities
  • Opened & closed store independently, balanced the cash drawer, handled cash deposits, processed sales, packaged/shipped online orders, answered phone calls, & organized inventory

Private Guitar & Keyboard Instructor

Kevin Halter’s Music Lessons
Washington, IN
06.2012 - 04.2013
  • Taught lessons according to student skill level & learning modality

Quality Control Supervisor

Futaba Indiana Of America
Vincennes, IN
02.2012 - 06.2012
  • Assessed materials, parts & products for conformance with quality control requirements & production specifications
  • Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples
  • Reviewed drawings & blueprints to determine appropriate level of inspection required

Manager

Papa John's International
Washington, IN
09.2009 - 03.2011
  • Played a pivotal role in local marketing strategies & helped broaden the store’s regional customer base by implementing a food truck as well as midway delivery rendezvous for three bordering towns, resulting in significant profit increases

Artist/Audio Engineer

Ultimae Records
Lyon, France
05.2008 - 05.2009
  • Solely produced original music for commercial use
  • Utilized advanced computer software skills to write, program, record, automate, & mix audio

Delivery Driver/Cashier/Chef

Domino's Pizza
Washington, IN
03.2002 - 03.2008
  • Operated cash register, collected payments, & provided accurate change
  • Trained, managed, & guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality, & productivity
  • Grouped & routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times

Inorganic Chemistry Lab Instructor

Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN
01.2007 - 07.2007
  • Delivered hands-on presentations & lectures to complement course concepts & explain experiment requirements
  • Led evaluation & validation of new methodologies, tests, & instrumentation to improve lab capabilities
  • Supervised & evaluated students to provide reports on academic progress

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pre-Med Biology

Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
2009

High School Diploma -

Washington Catholic
Washington, IN
2004

Skills

  • Quality Control
  • General Lab Practices
  • Chemical Handling
  • Testing Protocols
  • Data Collection
  • Data Entry
  • Media Preparation
  • Effective Communication
  • Staff development and leadership

Timeline

Quality Control Laboratory Analyst

Grain Processing Corporation
02.2022 - Current

Research and Development

Perdue Farms, Inc.
04.2019 - 01.2022

Civil Servant

Daviess County
07.2017 - 02.2019

Customer Service Specialist

AT&T
05.2016 - 11.2016

Customer Care Specialist

Veterinary Cancer Group
08.2015 - 12.2015

Manager/Server Shift Leader

The Siam House
11.2013 - 08.2015

Manager

Superior Shoes
04.2013 - 11.2013

Private Guitar & Keyboard Instructor

Kevin Halter’s Music Lessons
06.2012 - 04.2013

Quality Control Supervisor

Futaba Indiana Of America
02.2012 - 06.2012

Manager

Papa John's International
09.2009 - 03.2011

Artist/Audio Engineer

Ultimae Records
05.2008 - 05.2009

Inorganic Chemistry Lab Instructor

Vincennes University
01.2007 - 07.2007

Delivery Driver/Cashier/Chef

Domino's Pizza
03.2002 - 03.2008

Bachelor of Science - Pre-Med Biology

Indiana University

High School Diploma -

Washington Catholic
Kevin Halter