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Michael Teeter

Lake Saint Louis,MO

Summary

Hardworking manufacturing professional able to keep machines running at peak levels to produce high-quality products. Experienced with high speed production lines, packing machines, mechanical repairs, strong technical knowledge and come equipped with skills ready for long-term position.

Overview

16
years of professional experience

Work History

Raising Cane's

Lead Cook
03.2022 - 12.2024

Job overview

  • Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
  • Operated fryers and grills by pouring oil and placing food items on surface to fry or grill.
  • Cleaned, stocked and restocked workstations and display cases.
  • Cleaned and maintained fryers and grills to keep appliances in working condition.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent cross-contamination and spoilage.
  • Read food order slips or received verbal instructions to properly prepare and cook food.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Marinated food items according to provided instructions and recipes.
  • Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Reduced food costs using seasonal ingredients and setting standards for portion size in certain times of the day.
  • Took over line positions in event of emergency.

Cardinal Health

Warehouse Order Picker
08.2021 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel.
  • Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling and preparation of related documents.
  • Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
  • Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.

Grove Collaborative

Warehouse Order Picker
05.2021 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel.
  • Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling and preparation of related documents.
  • Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
  • Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
  • Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.

Formulated Solutions

Production Assembler, Tube Filling, Packaging
11.2019 - 04.2021

Job overview

  • Performed minor maintenance on equipment to keep tools operational and detailed all repair work in reports.
  • Operated multiple machines from tape machines, to feeding tubes into machine, checking levels of bulk in hopper safely to reduce workplace accidents.
  • Reviewed component quality to assess conformance with tolerances and remove unacceptable products.
  • Instructed junior team members on protocols and procedures of each station to maximize contributions.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Conducted frequent equipment inspections and basic repair actions to keep machinery operating at peak levels.
  • Inspected completed tube products for functionality and quality, alerting supervisors of repeat issues and seeking out root causes
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
  • Assisted with quality and production process improvements to support new packaging initiatives.
  • Performed packaging tasks alongside team to demonstrate proper methods according to labor plan and assigned tasks.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by inserting associated paperwork, tagging boxes and scanning barcodes to upload package data to tracking system.
  • Used pallet jacks to safely move 2000+ pounds of product and materials.
  • Interacted with inspection department to address and resolve packaging issues.
  • Monitored team work performance and elevated production or personnel issues to management.
  • Supported new employees with training in proper stripping, packaging, inventory management and cleaning.
  • Completed processing activities to conform with laws, safety standards and product hygiene standards.
  • Achieved production targets by maintaining high productivity levels and communicating effectively with team members regarding orders and fulfillment.
  • I assisted line leaders, achieved directing and training others on task that will be performed.
  • Assist in diagnosis and repair of malfunctioning machines.
  • Place components on other components while moving on conveyor line.
  • Lift 35 – 50 + pounds on regular basis.
  • Load and unload trucks with manual pallet jack
  • Warehouse inventory activities. Conduct periodic/on-going inventory counts/audits as required
  • Organize and maintain, receiving, warehouse and remote storage areas
  • Receive packages, materials, and product by U.P.S., FedEx, US Postal Service, commercial carries, etc.
  • Assist with production, blending, filing packaging when needed
  • Stocked and sorted packaging and replenished supplies, including wrapping paper, plastic sheets, boxes, cartons, ink, glue and labels to achieve consistent productivity levels.
  • Removed finished packaged items from machine and separated rejected items.
  • Set-up production line for specific production requirements and standards as directed by batch record.
  • Able to stand in one place for length of shift up to 12 hours

Legacy Custom Plastics

Machine Operator
05.2018 - 09.2019

Job overview

  • Completed machine maintenance, including oiling parts and cleaning components.
  • Inspected raw material before inserting into machines to be processed
  • Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining machines to prevent future malfunctions..
  • Received and correctly processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
  • Operated equipment in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements.
  • Maintained accurate and timely completion of log books and inspection reports.
  • Planned and laid out work to meet production and schedule requirements.
  • Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process.
  • Worked on teams to produce product and maintained fast moving work environment
  • Helped with change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.

Goodwill Industries

Dock Worker
08.2017 - 05.2018

Job overview

  • Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays and promoting productivity.
  • Palletized boxes for easy movement and shipment.
  • Protected company inventory with well-organized and secure storage areas.
  • Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
  • Assisted managers with store opening and closing procedures.
  • Warmly greeted patrons upon entrance to store and offered assistance with finding needed items.
  • Checked store shelves and restocked products from inventory in back room.
  • Cross-trained new employees by explaining rules, procedures and job responsibilities.
  • Check store for proper signage and to determine shelves requiring additional inventory.
  • Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and help grasp new concepts.
  • I have managed taking donations on average of 70 + customers daily. On weekends over 100 customers on average.

Slavin Industries

Maintenance Worker
03.2015 - 10.2016

Job overview

  • Painted building structures.
  • Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.
  • Followed district protocols in handling and resolving disciplinary issues.
  • Created and maintained newsletters to keep residents aware of upcoming events and activities.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shapes.
  • Read and followed landscaping plans to install plants and fixtures for residences and businesses.
  • Performed upkeep work for garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Protected customer lawns by applying weed and pest control chemicals.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth and debris or hazards such as snow.
  • Deployed sprinkler systems to give grass, flowers and other landscaping adequate water for growth needs.
  • Trimmed shrubbery and trees and carried out general garden maintenance.
  • Effectively removed poison ivy and other harmful plants using spray containers while wearing protective gear.
  • Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
  • Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting all surfaces to protect them from chemicals and paint.
  • Collaborated with 2 other team members to meet strict project completion deadlines.
  • Coordinated and completed ongoing routine painting of exterior and interior of properties.
  • Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior to project start.
  • Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required time span.
  • Repaired walls, repainted entire apartments after residents moved out

Dowco Enterprises Inc.

Lead Landscaper
08.2014 - 03.2015

Job overview

  • Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival.
  • Cross-trained new employees by explaining rules, procedures and job responsibilities.
  • Cross-trained on landscaping responsibilities to handle additional duties during peak periods.
  • Trimmed shrubbery and trees and carried out general garden maintenance.
  • Performed upkeep work for garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth and debris or hazards such as snow.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shapes.
  • Maintained work sites and client property including weeding and hedge work.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to lawns and grounds on regular basis to control weeds, insect infestation diseases and to maintain soil fertility.
  • Operated and maintained basic landscaping equipment and vehicles.
  • Prepared for winter holidays with lights, wreaths and garlands.
  • Managed crew of 2 to 4 workers to strategically plan and coordinate jobs.

Camaco Lorain MFG

Machine Operator Material Handler
06.2012 - 03.2013

Job overview

  • Meet deadlines and maintain quality standards.
  • Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival.
  • Cross-trained on material handling responsibilities to handle additional duties during peak periods.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Helped achieve company goals by supporting production workers.
  • Drove team performance through effective training, coaching and motivation of line employees.
  • Started up and shut down processing equipment.

Advanced Pierre Foods

Warehouse Associate
05.2011 - 01.2012

Job overview

  • Staged products between receiving, storage and shipping areas to accurately transfer items.
  • Contributed ideas on ways to improve or optimize warehousing procedures.
  • Maintained accurate and current order and shipment forms, inventory documentation and customer records.
  • Counted and stocked merchandise as specified by inventory control log.
  • Scanned container labels to verify contents and determine target destination using RF scanners.
  • Identified defective, lost or missing merchandise and promptly reported issues to supervisor.
  • Unloaded freight using pallet jacks to transport heavy items to locations in warehouse.
  • Loaded perishable and non-perishable items into trucks according to planned delivery schedules.
  • Affixed accurate labels to customer packages to prevent unnecessary delays.
  • Organized and positioned product cases in produce warehouse and walk-in cooler.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Inspected and moved products to designated areas in warehouse.
  • Moved boxes, containers and pallets with equipment such as pallet jacks to meet demanding production targets.
  • Methodically picked, packed and labeled merchandise to prepare for shipment.
  • Manually lifted materials weighing up to 40 pounds on regular basis.
  • Exceeded specific team goal by partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
  • Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels, preparing shipment documents and securing products on pallets.
  • Safely operated pallet jacks to move items to and from different warehouse locations.
  • Monitored work areas for cleanliness and obstacles, moving cartons and boxes to keep all aisles free of clutter for ease of movement.
  • Unloaded incoming products off trucks, moved boxes to staging area, sorted items and transported to final storage locations.

Scorchers Casual Eatery & Draft

Lead Cook
08.2010 - 03.2011

Job overview

  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Washed, sliced, peeled and cut various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Inventoried kitchen sections and refilled supplies.
  • Cooked food following specific measurements and recipes.
  • Cleaned and cleared out dining areas and kitchen workspace to maintain and keep areas tidy.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods.
  • Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Observed and tested food to determine whether food was cooked sufficiently and according to recipes.
  • Broke down heavy pallet loads of cases, boxes and bags.
  • Stocked meat cases.
  • Emphasized fast, friendly customer service.
  • Cleaned dishes with detergent, rinsing and sanitizing chemicals in a compartment sink.
  • Prepared salads and appetizers to back up kitchen staff.
  • Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
  • Built attractive holiday and seasonal displays for merchandising program.
  • Sprayed all racked items with hot water to loosen and remove food residue.

KFC

Lead Cook
04.2009 - 05.2010

Job overview

  • Completed opening, closing and shift change tasks to promote store efficiency.
  • Completed side work tasks, including restocking condiments and cleaning refrigerators.
  • Carefully maintained proper sanitation, health and safety standards in all work areas by applying industry best practices and company requirements.
  • Frequently washed and sanitized hands, food areas and food preparation tools, adhering to safe food handling practices.
  • Quickly unloaded product shipments and stocked freezers, reporting shipping issues to manager for immediate remediation.
  • Performed general maintenance duties, including mopping floors, washing dishes, wiping counter tops and emptying grease traps.
  • Dispensed, poured and mixed water, soft drink beverages.
  • Assisted management with monthly inventory control and weekly stock ordering.
  • Communicated clearly and positively with co-workers and management.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, service and dining areas to prevent spreading germs.
  • Accurately measured ingredients required for specific food items to reduce waste.
  • Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and griddles with caution and according to manufacturer directions.
  • Safely prepared, assembled and presented food to satisfy customers and fill orders.
  • Monitored and counted food stock and supplies to reorder on time.

Education

LCCAA
Lorain, OH

GED

Skills

  • Manufacturing and warehouse procedures
  • Baler operation
  • Package labeling
  • Record Keeping
  • Post-shift cleanup
  • Maintaining equipment/Preventative maintenance
  • Quality Control/Inventory control
  • Timely project completion
  • Enforcing Safety Procedures
  • Pallet jacks
  • Able to lift and carry 75 lbs
  • Materials handling and transport
  • Warehouse operations
  • Computer proficient
  • Time management
  • Basic math skills
  • Friendly and hardworking
  • Team player
  • Works well independently
  • Determined
  • Multi-tasker
  • Detail-oriented
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Food Preparation
  • Food Storage
  • Station Standards and Procedures
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Active Listening
  • Food Rotation
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Sauce Preparation
  • Food Presentation
  • Supply Restocking
  • Product Rotations
  • Safety and Sanitation
  • Surface Sanitation
  • Rotation Procedures
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Timeline

Lead Cook

Raising Cane's
03.2022 - 12.2024

Warehouse Order Picker

Cardinal Health
08.2021 - 01.2022

Warehouse Order Picker

Grove Collaborative
05.2021 - 08.2021

Production Assembler, Tube Filling, Packaging

Formulated Solutions
11.2019 - 04.2021

Machine Operator

Legacy Custom Plastics
05.2018 - 09.2019

Dock Worker

Goodwill Industries
08.2017 - 05.2018

Maintenance Worker

Slavin Industries
03.2015 - 10.2016

Lead Landscaper

Dowco Enterprises Inc.
08.2014 - 03.2015

Machine Operator Material Handler

Camaco Lorain MFG
06.2012 - 03.2013

Warehouse Associate

Advanced Pierre Foods
05.2011 - 01.2012

Lead Cook

Scorchers Casual Eatery & Draft
08.2010 - 03.2011

Lead Cook

KFC
04.2009 - 05.2010

LCCAA

GED

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