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Latasha Felder

Montezuma,GA

Summary

Accomplished Consumer Safety Inspector and Employment Specialist with a proven track record at USDA/FSIS and Tyson Foods. Expert in regulatory compliance, risk management, and fostering employer relationships. Demonstrated success in enhancing safety standards and employment practices through effective policy enforcement and strategic planning. Skilled in hazard identification and adept at improving organizational efficiency. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Consumer Safety Inspector

USDA/ FSIS
11.2014 - Current
  • Executed various samplings, surveys and tests and obtained pertinent data on potential problem areas and industry trends.
  • Conducted regulatory oversight activities inside plants in relation to economic adulteration and misbranding for consumer protection.
  • Communicated and defended determinations on non-compliance issues and discussed plans for addressing non-compliance.
  • Assured that products approved for import fully complied with applicable federal regulations governing importation of meat and poultry products.
  • Verified that regulated establishments produced safe products and executed appropriate inspection methods.
  • Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.

Employment Specialist

Tyson Foods
07.2012 - 11.2014
  • Developed relationships with diverse businesses to develop competitive and permanent job opportunities for consumers.
  • Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve.
  • Maintained records of consumer employment activity such as potential and current employers.
  • Conducted assessments, interviews, and job trials with clients to develop person-centered plans for employment and support.
  • Provided clients with on-the-job training and employment related support to maintain and retain employment.
  • Updated client records to reflect personal information, qualifications and career aspirations.
  • Facilitated job fairs and industry events to build employment networks.
  • Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
  • Planned, monitored and appraised employee work results by training managers to coach and discipline employees.
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing competitive programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements.

Education

MBA - Epidem

Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GA
06.2026

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University Arkansas Grantham
Lenexa, United States
05.2023

Skills

  • Hazard Identification
  • Documentation Review
  • Sampling procedures
  • Corrective Action Planning
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Investigation techniques
  • Product Inspection
  • Pest Control
  • Work Process Analysis
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Risk Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Performance Management
  • Policy Implementation
  • Financial Management
  • Business Planning
  • Budget Control
  • Time Management
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Project Management

Certification

  • Certified Interpersonal Skills: Developing Effective Relationships, USDA, 2024
  • Supervisor Training Basic Tasks 201 Training, 2024
  • Supervisor Training Designating a Temporary Supervisor (201-202), 2024
  • The Data Science of Healthcare, Medicine, and Public Health Training 2024
  • Certified Communicating Strategically, USDA - 2024

Timeline

Consumer Safety Inspector

USDA/ FSIS
11.2014 - Current

Employment Specialist

Tyson Foods
07.2012 - 11.2014

MBA - Epidem

Fort Valley State University

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University Arkansas Grantham

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