Kristopher Heerdt
Gasport,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented sanitation technician with a proven track record in optimizing cleaning processes and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Known for strong communication skills and teamwork, contributing to increased production efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sanitation Technician
Mizkan Americas Inc.
Lyndonville, NY
05.2021 - Current
- Ensured compliance with sanitation standards through routine inspections of equipment and facilities.
- Operated cleaning machinery and tools to maintain cleanliness throughout production areas.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance sanitation procedures and improve operational efficiency.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and proper use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of cleaning supplies to ensure adequate stock levels.
- Identified areas for improvement in sanitation processes, implementing solutions to enhance effectiveness.
- Assisted in developing training materials focused on best practices for sanitation compliance.
- Maintained accurate records of sanitation activities and inspections for regulatory reporting purposes.
- Cleaned certain pieces daily and maintained weekly, monthly, and semi-annual procedures for less critical lines.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale cleaning projects within established timeframes.
- Mixed required chemicals according to procedures to form cleaning solutions, completing chemical concentration monitoring as described in procedural manual.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by diligently following sanitation protocols and procedures.
- Employed power equipment and hand tools in cleaning and general maintenance.
- Assisted in the documentation of sanitation processes, facilitating smooth handover between shifts and promoting consistency across teams.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and facilities, identifying potential issues and taking corrective action as needed.
- Consistently met deadlines for critical cleaning tasks, ensuring minimal downtime for production equipment during changeovers.
- Ensured timely completion of sanitation tasks, contributing to overall production efficiency.
- Swept, mopped and sanitized facility.
- Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies related to sanitation processes.
- Optimized chemical usage by accurately diluting products according to manufacturer''s specifications, minimizing waste while ensuring effective results.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety guidelines, promoting a safe working environment for all employees.
- Completed in-depth cleaning of machinery to protect consumers from contamination and illness.
- Provided assistance during facility audits, showcasing exemplary compliance with established regulations and standards.
- Disassembled production lines fully to avoid equipment breakdown.
- Completed accurate inventory counts and kept equipment and chemical storage areas clean and tidy, following policies in storing chemicals and safety equipment properly.
- Contributed to increased overall plant efficiency through meticulous attention to detail in equipment cleaning processes.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Assisted in basic maintenance and repair of cleaning equipment to reduce downtime.
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
- Maintained detailed records of all sanitation activities for billing and tracking purposes
- Responded to emergency sanitation needs in prompt and professional manner, alerting hazmat professionals in alignment with OSHA requirements.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Used organic-based chemicals to disinfect floors, counters and furniture.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
Machine Operator/Assembler
Brunner
Medina, NY
04.2018 - 05.2021
- Operated machinery ensuring adherence to safety protocols and production standards.
- Assembled components accurately, contributing to efficient workflow and timely product delivery.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes, improving overall productivity.
- Trained new operators on safety procedures and equipment usage, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
- Implemented quality control measures, identifying defects and reducing waste in production line.
- Led team initiatives to optimize assembly line layout, resulting in improved material handling efficiency.
- Monitored production metrics, providing feedback for continuous improvement in operations and output quality.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Assisted quality control personnel with inspections of completed products, ensuring adherence to strict quality standards before shipping them out to customers.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular inspections and identifying potential issues before they escalated.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Responded quickly to any malfunctions or breakdowns in machinery, minimizing disruptions to overall production timelines.
- Sustained high levels of accuracy in assembly tasks, resulting in fewer defects and returns from customers.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Utilized various hand tools for precise assembly work, consistently meeting tight tolerances specified for each product.
- Ensured timely completion of orders by monitoring progress and adjusting schedules as necessary.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to company guidelines and maintaining a clean, organized work environment.
- Operated machinery effectively to maintain optimal production rates while minimizing waste materials.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or production goals.
- Cleaned, lubricated and adjusted parts and components, keeping parts fully functional.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
- Checked machines for proper output and functionality, fixing minor mechanical issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Niagara Falls Ed Center
Niagara Falls, NYSkills
- Sanitizing skills
- Strong communication skills
- Workplace safety practices
- Industrial cleaning techniques
- Safety awareness
- Equipment safety
- Personal protective equipment
- Chemical handling
- Operating lifts
- Safe chemical handling
- Quality assurance protocols
- Safety monitoring
- Hazardous waste management
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Sanitation equipment operation
- Safety training compliance
- Floor sanitizing
- Infection control procedures
- Chemical solution mixing
- Chemical cleaning agents
- Safety and compliance
- Sanitation regulations
- Pressure washing
- Hazardous materials handling
- Environmental awareness
- Emergency response
- Hazardous material handling
- Production support
- Sanitation training
- Equipment sanitizing
- Willingness to learn
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Decision-making
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Sanitation Technician
Mizkan Americas Inc.
05.2021 - Current
Machine Operator/Assembler
Brunner
04.2018 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Niagara Falls Ed Center