Paul Yoder
Lexington,TN
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a strong background in food safety management and team development. Skilled in problem-solving and team strategy, consistently achieving compliance with health regulations and enhancing operational workflows.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Volunteer Meats, LLC
Lexington, TN
05.2021 - Current
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of finished products to verify adherence to quality specifications.
- Achieved compliance with all health regulations through diligent attention to cleanliness standards during processing operations.
- Mitigated risk of cross-contamination by strictly adhering to company guidelines on separation protocols for different types of meats.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing streamlined meat processing techniques.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for production and customer service excellence.
- Operated and maintained processing equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Executed quality control checks on meat products to uphold company standards and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper meat handling techniques and safety protocols.
HACCP and Meat Operations Intern
Fairview Custom Meats & ZK Ranches
Hopkinsville, KY & Springfield, TN
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Assisted in developing and implementing HACCP plans to ensure food safety compliance.
- Conducted routine inspections of processing equipment to identify potential hazards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization in production areas.
- Supported quality assurance efforts by documenting non-conformance reports accurately.
- Installed and calibrated various equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
Slaughter Manager
Hampton Meats
Hopkinsville, KY
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Supervised daily operations to ensure quality and compliance with health standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in meat handling and safety protocols.
- Analyzed production workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements.
- Streamlined workflows for livestock handling, improving efficiency and safety measures.
- Maintained a safe working environment for all employees through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with other managers to develop long-term plans for facility improvements and expansion projects.
- Conducted regular staff training sessions to enhance teams knowledge of humane handling best practices.
- Monitored critical control points to ensure adherence to safety standards and regulations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess risks and improve safety measures.
- Conducted regular training sessions for staff on food safety protocols and procedures.
Skills
- Operations management
- Documentation and reporting
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Pest control management
- Food defense strategies
- Customer and producer communication and relations
Certification
- HACCP Certified
- American Association of Meat Processors Member
- National Federation of Independent Businesses Member
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Volunteer Meats, LLC
05.2021 - Current
HACCP and Meat Operations Intern
Fairview Custom Meats & ZK Ranches
01.2019 - 01.2022
Slaughter Manager
Hampton Meats
01.2016 - 01.2022