Lynette Simmons
Waldron,AR
Summary
Methodical professional in quality control and assurance field, known for being highly productive and efficiently completing tasks. Possess specialized skills in precision measurement, defect identification, and regulatory compliance which ensure adherence to industry standards. Excel in problem-solving, communication, and time management, making significant contributions to team success and product excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspector/Sorter
Tyson Foods
Waldron , AR
02.2020 - Current
- Inspect live poultry for signs of disease
- Sort carcasses and remove unacceptable carcasses and parts
- Ensure that carcasses are sorted before they are presented to the online carcass inspector
- Perform post-mortem examinations on diseased animals
- Ensure unfit meat is destroyed properly
- Observe employees and procedures to ensure standards are met
- Ensure compliance with "Good Manufacturing Practices" (GMPs)
USDA
United States Department of Agriculture
Waldron , AR
07.2004 - 02.2020
- Provided assistance in unloading trucks at warehouse sites upon arrival.
- Identified diseases and problems such as airsacculitis, tumors, septicemia and other condemnable and non-condemnable conditions.
- Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces, equipment, and utensils according to safety regulations.
- USDA inspector, primarily working under the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), is responsible for ensuring the safety and quality of meat, poultry, and egg products by conducting thorough inspections at processing plants, verifying compliance with federal regulations, identifying potential hazards, and taking necessary actions to prevent foodborne illnesses; their duties include: pre-slaughter animal inspections, post-mortem carcass examinations, sanitation checks, product sampling, documentation of findings, issuing non-compliance notices, and educating plant personnel on food safety procedures; essentially acting as a quality control gatekeeper to protect public health.
- Monitored meat slaughtering and processing conditions to assess necessary sanitation levels.
- Maintained visual control of condemned items until proper disposal procedures were completed.
- Maintained proper inspection, sanitation and disposal procedures to prevent contaminate food sources from being consumed.
- Inspected products and processing procedures to assess safety for consumption and compliance with government mandates.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business
Rich Mountain Community College
Mena05-2004
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05-1989
Skills
- Hardworking
- Reliable
- Dedicated
- Positivity
- Adaptability
- Team Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-making
- Willingness to learn
- Passionate
Timeline
Inspector/Sorter
Tyson Foods
02.2020 - Current
USDA
United States Department of Agriculture
07.2004 - 02.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business
Rich Mountain Community College
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
Arkansas Tech University