Mercedes Pedrosa
Omaha,NE
Summary
I am a very hard worker, enjoy learning new things as well as fast learning. Work great with people, very capable to work in a fast-paced environment! Very adaptable to hot or cold work area.
Knowledgeable Harvest Trainer skilled at assisting employees with learning tasks, improving performance and maximizing productivity. Top-notch planner, organizer and problem-solver.
High-energy Trainer familiar with establishing clear training plans and putting together useful support materials to promote advancements in student learning. Well-versed in operating under tight schedules and with little supervision.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainer
JBS Beef Plant
Omaha, NE
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted onboarding sessions to orientate new staff members about company policies and procedures.
- Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
- Analyzed data from pre-and post-training assessments to measure effectiveness of training programs.
- Facilitated group discussions between participants to promote active engagement in learning activities.
- Documented all training activities including attendance records, feedback forms, surveys.
- Adapted teaching methods according to the needs of individual learners or groups.
- Maintained up-to-date records of trainee progress and provided regular updates to management team.
- Recommended changes or improvements in existing training processes as needed.
- Provided support for trainers in order to ensure successful delivery of courses.
- Encouraged open communication among participants by facilitating conversations around relevant topics related to course material.
- Ensured compliance with established safety standards when conducting hands-on demonstrations or simulations.
- Trained newly hired top talent to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
- Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees motivated.
- Developed and coordinated trainings to help individuals learn company policies and procedures and job tasks.
- Evaluated individuals regularly for progress or growth potential to guide decisions regarding advancement and additional training.
- Implemented and facilitated successful training programs to increase employee engagement, retention and productivity.
- Monitored training effectiveness through observation and metrics analysis.
- Created tests, exercises and role-plays for courses to verify competency.
- Designed training performance evaluations and provided training follow-up to incorporate feedback into future modules.
- Compiled and analyzed weekly trainee retention reports.
- Kept inventory of training supplies and materials and submitted purchase requests to maintain adequate inventory.
- Conducted site visits and follow up to verify progression and development of personnel.
- Notified stakeholders regarding behavioral concerns, attendance tracking and additional pertinent information relating to achievement of effective training.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities or program effectiveness.
- Participated and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status.
- Used role playing, lectures and simulations to present information in variety of instructional techniques and formats.
- Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
- Maintained strong knowledge of harvest floor by participating in workshops, conferences and online education classes.
- Assessed training needs through surveys, interviews with employees or focus groups.
- Evaluated modes of training delivery to optimize training effectiveness, training costs or environmental impacts.
- Evaluated outlines, texts and handouts prepared by other instructors.
Production Worker
Greater Omaha Packing Co
Omaha, NE
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand
- Monitored production line, watching for pile-ups or jams
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery
- Kept operations area neat and orderly to minimize obstacles
- 1&2 butter with air knife, 2nd hang up, 2nd codder, 2nd belly ripper, open jugular, 1st tail trim, 1&2 legger, remove chain from hock, 1&2 vaccum, 1,2&3 whizard knife, Flanker, Grade stamping, Grading data entry, Romper, Rim over, Ear cutter & lip splitter, Ear tag removal, Bunjy placer, hock cutter, Low Back, Codder removal, last jugular Split, Hide pull on Down puller
Education
Cna Nursing Aid -
Vocational Education
Some College (No Degree) - Health Information Technology
Metropolitan Community College
Skills
- Assembly Procedures
- Documentation Ability
- Machine Setup and Shutdown
- Computer Skills
- PPE Compliance
- Heavy Lifting
- Following Instructions
- Line Work
- Punctual and Reliable
- Teamwork and Coordination
- Safety Standards Compliance
- Production Processes Knowledge
- Picking and Packing
- Defects Identification
- Teamwork and Communication
- Production Documentation
- Machine Operation
- Material Handling
- Safe Machine Operation
- Attention to Detail
- Production Line Work
- Good Communication
- Strong Work Ethic
- Workstation Equipment Monitoring
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Equipment Operation
- Hand Tools
- Temperature Restricted Production
- Course Development
- Materials Preparation
- Brand building and awareness
- Materials Organization
- Planning and coordination
- Online-based education
- Group and individual instruction
- Animal Handling
- Training Needs Analysis
- Training initiatives
- New Hire Training
- Manufacturing
- Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Trainer
JBS Beef Plant
09.2023 - Current
Production Worker
Greater Omaha Packing Co
06.2021 - 05.2023
Cna Nursing Aid -
Vocational Education
Some College (No Degree) - Health Information Technology
Metropolitan Community College