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Kjell Sims

St. George

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong will to provide improvement and effective work, experienced in leading teams at Red Mesa Science & Refining. Proven track record in training staff on quality standards and production processes, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations. Detail-oriented and safety-focused, adept at optimizing workflows and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Shift Lead

Red Mesa Science & Refining
12.2020 - 12.2025
  • Assisted in efficiently leading teams through production tasks.
  • Trained and adhered to good manufacturing practices in accordance with Red Mesa Science & Refining Quality Standards. These standards are shaped by; ISO 9001:2015 Certification, cGMP Compliance, 21 CFR Part 111 & 21 CFR Part 117, and FDA Regulation.
  • Trained & coordinated training for new and existing employees in starting, continuing, and ending various organic material purification/isolation processes.
  • Production processes supervised include; Homogenization & Solvent Recovery, Distillation, Crystallization & Solvent Recovery, Liquid Chromatography & Solvent Recovery, and Conversions.
  • Ensured routine cleaning and organization was performed per Red Mesa Quality standards to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Trained new and existing employees to electronic and physical data logging & tracking coinciding with the work being performed.
  • Performed review of production records and cleaning logs.
  • Performed review of employee timecards.
  • Prepared production reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.

Door-to-Door Salesperson

Aptive Environmental
06.2020 - 09.2020
  • Completed documentation smoothly to finalize sales.
  • Learned and implemented consultative selling skills to identify opportunities, overcome objections and close sales.
  • Completed Qualified Applicators Licensing in order to offer Pest Control services door-to-door in Orange County, CA.
  • Offered Pest Control services door-to-door throughout Orange County CA, Phoenix AZ, and Scottsdale AZ.

Apprentice Electrician

Natural Power
12.2018 - 08.2019

Residential Electrical

  • Assisted in rough-in and service.
  • Performed install/removal of wiring, outlets, light fixtures, and switches (120V & 240V circuits).

Commercial Electrical

  • Assisted in rough-in and service.
  • Performed install/removal of wiring, outlets, light fixtures, and switches (120V & 277V circuits).
  • Operated scissor lifts on occasion.

Wildland Firefighter

Kanab City Pool
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Maintained physical and mental health to high standard.
  • Hiked long distances each day in varying terrain and weather conditions whilst carrying a 50+ lb pack and a hand tool for up to 14 consecutive shifts.
  • Performed extensive fire suppression and fire line construction tactics.
  • Performed weather reading over radio for current location in regard to the fire.
  • Performed daily vehicle inspections on Type 6 Engine.
  • Operated fire suppression controls on Type 6 Engine.
  • Practiced and continuously trained to fire safety and hazard awareness.
  • Dual positioned as a Volunteer Firefighter for Kanab City throughout this time.
  • Worked intermittently as a Kanab City Lifeguard during early/slow season within this time.

Education

Certificate -

Utah Valley University
Orem, UT
05-2018

Certificate -

Utah Valley University
Orem, UT
05-2018

High School Diploma -

Dixie High School
St. George, UT
05-2016

Certificate -

BSA
St. George, UT
12-2015

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Close attention to detail
  • Critical thinker
  • Observant
  • Safety Oriented

Timeline

Sr. Shift Lead

Red Mesa Science & Refining
12.2020 - 12.2025

Door-to-Door Salesperson

Aptive Environmental
06.2020 - 09.2020

Apprentice Electrician

Natural Power
12.2018 - 08.2019

Wildland Firefighter

Kanab City Pool
05.2018 - 08.2018

Certificate -

Utah Valley University

Certificate -

Utah Valley University

High School Diploma -

Dixie High School

Certificate -

BSA
Kjell Sims