Noah Kelley
Lebanon
Summary
Proven leader with a strong focus on achieving goals in diverse environments. Expertise in administrative functions, including report preparation and data analysis. Demonstrated success in implementing controls and regulations to ensure compliance and enhance organizational reputation. Committed to quality assurance, public service, and maintaining high ethical standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Agricultural Warehouse Inspector
United States Department of Agriculture
Kansas City
07.2016 - 04.2025
- Managed warehouse compliance audits per U.S. Warehouse Act regulations and CCC storage agreements.
- Evaluated licensed facility compliance, assessing capacity, commodity quality, and financial stability.
- Analyzed special studies on storage practices and labeling of previously ineligible commodities.
- Directed complex examinations of large businesses with intricate organizational structures.
- Oversaw complaint investigations as lead examiner across multiple locations.
- Led technical training for examiners, monitored performance, and recommended necessary actions.
- Coordinated compliance oversight on serious examinations involving alleged violations and illegal activities.
- Conducted analyses and reporting on marketing conditions for Non-GMO and traditional grains.
Food Inspector
United States Department of Agriculture
Logansport
09.2015 - 07.2016
- Examined food animals' ante-mortem and post-mortem in privately-owned meat and poultry plants.
- Performed duties before and after slaughter to ensure product safety and wholesomeness.
- Maintained sanitation procedures to prevent contamination of products.
- Verified compliance with food safety standards and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures.
- Communicated effectively with plant supervisory staff to uphold sanitary conditions on kill floor.
- De-escalated conflicts between USDA personnel and plant staff to maintain operational harmony.
- Properly placed USDA tags on noncompliant products and animal carcasses.
- Alerted inspection personnel regarding violations of branding and labeling regulations.
Operations Supervisor
Donaldson Company
Rensselaer
12.2014 - 09.2015
- Achieved warehouse human resource objectives through employee selection, orientation, training, and disciplinary actions.
- Contributed to strategic plans by meeting daily operational standards in production and quality.
- Ensured financial compliance by monitoring budget expenditures and identifying variances.
- Coordinated inventory movements by scheduling materials and facilitating transfers with departments.
- Delivered supplies efficiently by managing receipt and transfer of items across departments.
- Organized storage areas by applying 6S and Lean principles to enhance space utilization.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through monthly counts and variance reconciliation.
- Secured warehouse nightly by activating alarms and conducting system tests.
Staff Sergeant
United States Army
Afghanistan
06.2009 - 07.2010
- Advised commander of 2-151 Infantry Company with authorized strength of 154 Soldiers.
- Managed training, administration, professional development, and personnel accountability for all assigned Soldiers.
- Established and enforced high standards for conduct, training, and physical readiness.
- Ensured proficiency in Army Warrior Tasks for all Soldiers.
- Led family readiness program by planning and supervising activities supporting unit mission.
- Promoted community awareness and support for family members of service members.
Education
Masters - Social Work
Erikson Insitute
Chicago, IL05-2027
Bachelors - Business Management
Ottawa University
12.2015
Mortuary Science -
Mid-America Funeral Services College
12.2014
References
- Greg Gillum, USDA FSIS, Supervisor, 317-730-1162, greg.gillum@usda.gov
- Danial Baker, United States Army, 574-817-0185, baker_11b@hotmail.com
- Barbara Weather, USDA AMS, Supervisor, 816-926-1542, barbara.weathers@usda.gov
- Angie Terry, Pinnacle Oil, 317-418-2403, aterry92@sbcglobal.net
- Charley Workman, USDA AMS, Warehouse examiner, 252-599-6955, charley.workman@usda.gov
Timeline
Agricultural Warehouse Inspector
United States Department of Agriculture
07.2016 - 04.2025
Food Inspector
United States Department of Agriculture
09.2015 - 07.2016
Operations Supervisor
Donaldson Company
12.2014 - 09.2015
Staff Sergeant
United States Army
06.2009 - 07.2010
Masters - Social Work
Erikson Insitute
Bachelors - Business Management
Ottawa University
Mortuary Science -
Mid-America Funeral Services College