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Kevin Williams

Nacogdoches,TX

Summary

My name is Kevin Williams. Thank you for taking the time to review my resume and partake in the interview process. I have been with Pilgrims Pride for over 12 years now, and the company has been very good to me. It has allowed me to pay off debts, upgrade my life, and start a family. I bring hard work, diligence, loyalty, and motivation to my career. My resume speaks for itself; I have started from the ground floor of the company and have every aspiration in moving towards the top floor with one hundred percent commitment and excitement. The following resume can be a blueprint for every aspiring employee that with perseverance, patience, and dedication, any height can be obtained and achieved. Thank you again.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

Pilgrims Pride
Nacogdoches, TX
04.2023 - Current
  • Received and processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of items against purchase orders.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records through manual and computerized systems.
  • Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
  • Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
  • Ensured compliance with established safety procedures when operating machinery or performing physical tasks within the warehouse environment.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on all warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks.
  • Provided assistance with monthly physical inventories as needed.
  • Handled hazardous materials safely following prescribed regulations.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with internal staff members while providing superior customer service.
  • Communicated effectively with team members on matters related to work assignments.
  • Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
  • Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
  • Received merchandise into warehouse, relocated products using forklifts and pallet jacks and processed orders for shipment.
  • Read computer-generated move tickets, put-away labels and delivery labels to properly move merchandise.
  • Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
  • Reviewed inventory sheet against shipments received and alerted manager of discrepancies.
  • Maintained records pertaining to inventory, personnel, orders, supplies or machine maintenance.

Production Operator

Pilgrims Pride Corp
Nacogdoches, TX
11.2021 - 04.2023
  • Boxed, labeled and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
  • Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
  • Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
  • Troubleshot issues with machines and made repairs.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by eliminating waste and production constraints.
  • Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.
  • Read and understood blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.

COVID-19 Temperature Screener

Pilgrims Pride Corp
Lufkin, TX
06.2020 - 11.2021
  • Screened employees and visitors using specific protocol and non-contact infrared thermometers.
  • Sanitized work area and sterilized equipment and instruments to comply with protocols.
  • Acted as site liaison to promote proper hygiene, social distancing and other preventive practices.
  • Distributed COVID-19 FAQ and educational material with daily status updates to increase awareness.
  • Donned and doffed personal protective equipment per company protocol to reduce spread of virus.
  • Offered protective masks and face shields to guests.
  • Documented data in designated system to present to client upon request.
  • Worked outdoors in extreme cold or heat to screen incoming visitors for COVID-19 symptoms.
  • Communicated professionally to explain COVID-19 screening procedures to staff members and visitors.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Attended training to validate or refresh basic professional skills.
  • Restocked supplies and cleaned equipment between patients.
  • Offered information, support and comfort to patient families.

Quality Assurance Technician

Pilgrims Pride Corp
Lufkin, TX
04.2017 - 06.2020
  • Completed routine inspections of components and products to fulfill quality assurance requirements.
  • Randomly selected products at various stages of production for evaluation.
  • Collected, analyzed and summarized data including failed processes and recalls to create accurate quality documentation.
  • Compared samples to standards and specifications by performing detailed measurements and tests.
  • Evaluated grading of product quality against published specifications to maintain consistently high-quality standards.
  • Validated quality performance by establishing product specifications.
  • Assisted with correcting systemic problems in order to eliminate errors.
  • Produced thorough reports detailing findings and proposed recommendations.
  • Conducted tests to validate compatibility with programs, hardware and operating systems.
  • Consulted with management and personnel to educate on QA standards.
  • Monitored QA procedures for adherence by employees, notifying personnel of non-compliance issues.
  • Collaborated with management to discuss effective plans for resolving major quality problems.
  • Compared and analyzed actual to expected results and reported deviations for resolution.
  • Partnered with training and operational leaders to develop strategies to enhance customer experience.
  • Prepared reports to communicate results of quality inspection activities to management.
  • Used quality monitoring data management systems to compile and track performance at team and individual levels.
  • Analyzed quality assurance data to identify trends and develop and implement corrective action plans.
  • Routinely tested products to ensure temperature, specifications and ingredient levels conformed with best practices and quality standards.
  • Learned new testing methods through continued education and research.

Production Worker

Pilgrims Pride Corp
Lufkin, TX
05.2012 - 04.2017
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
  • Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
  • Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
  • Operated trucks, forklifts and lifts following safety protocols to minimize accidents.
  • Oversaw inventory and counts and performed periodic spot checks to verify outgoing orders.
  • Weighed and loaded orders according to project specifications.
  • Kept operations area neat and orderly to minimize obstacles.
  • Attended regular training sessions to increase machine operating skills.
  • Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
  • Worked at fast and steady pace to meet production goals.
  • Completed housekeeping and maintenance duties to keep production area safe, organized and ready for next shift.
  • Accomplished production goals by working with speed and accuracy.
  • Boxed, labeled and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
  • Diligently maintained safety and quality standards.
  • Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
  • Observed safety protocols and manufacturer's instructions when using heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Wrapped items, placed in boxes and added proper labeling to prepare for shipment.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by eliminating waste and production constraints.

Education

General Studies

Angelina College

Kinesiology

Trinity Valley Community College

Skills

  • Machine operations
  • Material quality control
  • Carefully packaged all finished products and prepared them for delivery
  • Assisted with managing inventory control and recorded results into the data system
  • Equipment calibration
  • Blueprint interpretation expertise
  • Heavy lifting
  • Performed preventive maintenance and calibrated machines
  • Carefully inspected each product for any defects through quality assurance procedures
  • Quality assurance controls
  • Performance Management
  • Machinery operations
  • Modifications and adjustments
  • Machining and production standards
  • Scheduling flexibility
  • QC
  • Forklift certified
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Loading and unloading
  • Forklift Operations
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Inventory organization

Certification

  • Forklift operator license
  • Motorized pallet jack license
  • safety team member

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

Pilgrims Pride
04.2023 - Current

Production Operator

Pilgrims Pride Corp
11.2021 - 04.2023

COVID-19 Temperature Screener

Pilgrims Pride Corp
06.2020 - 11.2021

Quality Assurance Technician

Pilgrims Pride Corp
04.2017 - 06.2020

Production Worker

Pilgrims Pride Corp
05.2012 - 04.2017

General Studies

Angelina College

Kinesiology

Trinity Valley Community College
Kevin Williams