Owen Lovejoy
Omaha,NE
Summary
Highly skilled Machine Operator currently Sanitation Coordinator with background in ensuring cleanliness and hygiene in various settings. Possess practical knowledge of sanitation regulations, safety protocols, and waste disposal procedures. Known for strong leadership skills, adept to training staff on sanitation practices and monitoring compliance. Successfully implemented new effective procedures that improved the overall facility cleanliness. Adept to working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hands-on machine operator offering several years of experience working in manufacturing settings and operating machinery for production. Demonstrated ability to operate, troubleshoot and maintain complex machinery for optimal performance. Strong safety record alongside capability to work effectively in team-oriented settings. Previous roles have resulted in improved production efficiency due to proactive problem-solving skills. In all just a Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sanitation Coordinator
Papillion foods
Omaha, Nebraska
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained records of all sanitation activities to assess their efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assisted in developing strategies for reducing pest infestations by utilizing proper sanitation methods.
- Tracked waste disposal activity to ensure hazardous materials were handled safely according to established guidelines.
- Inspected equipment and facilities regularly for cleanliness and compliance with regulations.
- Performed regular spot checks on equipment and surfaces to verify they are properly sanitized.
- Monitored the usage of chemicals used in the sanitization process to prevent any health hazards or contamination issues.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive sanitation program that included daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly cleaning schedules.
- Collaborated with other departments such as security, engineering, and maintenance when addressing major sanitation concerns.
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Papillion foods
Omaha, NE
01.2019 - 07.2025
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
- Unloaded and sorted products and transported items to proper locations.
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Worked at fast and steady pace to meet production goals.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
Manager
KFC
Omaha, NE
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Conducted inventory counts by assessing current state of inventory integrity against target accuracy levels and tracking variances.
- Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
North High
Omaha, NE05.2019
Skills
- Assembly procedures
- Documentation ability
- Loading and unloading protocols
- Product packaging
- Machine setups
- Hand tools
- Quality assurance standards
- Equipment assembly
- PPE Compliance
- Palletizing
- Materials Handling
- Loading and Unloading
- Forklift Operation
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Materials management
- Start up procedures
- Workplace safety
- Equipment inspection
- Quality assurance controls
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Heavy lifting
- Problem-solving
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Forklift operation
- Equipment monitoring
- Changeover procedure knowledge
Timeline
Sanitation Coordinator
Papillion foods
10.2024 - Current
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Papillion foods
01.2019 - 07.2025
Manager
KFC
06.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
North High