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Lora Patrick

Middletown,IN

Summary

Ingredient Processing Specialist with extensive experience in optimizing production workflows and reducing waste. Skilled in ingredient loading, equipment operation, and quality control, with strong technical knowledge and commitment to health and safety compliance. Proven ability to train staff, manage inventory, and ensure accurate order fulfillment.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Ingredient Processing Nestle Health Science

Nestle
08.2010 - Current
  • Loaded raw ingredients into processing equipment accurately according to recipe instructions.
  • Reduced waste by closely monitoring ingredient usage and adjusting batch sizes as needed
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
  • Collaborated with the UHT / Filling to optimize production workflows.
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
  • Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
  • Doing LX03 checks
  • Globe transactions
  • KLEANZ
  • QIR's
  • Writing Red tags
  • Material Adjustments to decrease waste


Production Associate

Cintas
10.1995 - 08.2010
  • Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
  • Exceeded performance metrics regularly, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to order fulfillment excellence.
  • Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
  • Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.
  • Trained new associates on basic and advanced shipment procedures.
  • Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
  • Prepared and checked outbound shipments for accuracy.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.

Education

Jay County High School
Portland, IN
06-1980

Skills

  • Production Processes Knowledge
  • Teamwork and Coordination
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Workflow Management
  • Technical knowledge
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Compliance understanding
  • Problem-Solving
  • Decision-Making
  • Coaching and Mentoring

Timeline

Ingredient Processing Nestle Health Science

Nestle
08.2010 - Current

Production Associate

Cintas
10.1995 - 08.2010

Jay County High School

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