Stacey Carnes
Sullivan,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented production operator with a strong focus on safety compliance and quality assurance. Successfully led safety audits and implemented training programs for team members, enhancing a culture of safety and operational efficiency. Proven ability to optimize production processes, resulting in improved productivity and reduced incidents.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Operator
Tate & Lyle
Decatur, Illinois
06.2026 - Current
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality food ingredients.
- Monitored production processes for consistency and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve productivity.
- Recorded production data accurately for quality control purposes.
- Implemented best practices for maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Operated packaging machinery to ensure efficient production flow.
- Verified that labels were correctly attached to packages before boxing them up for shipment.
- Weighed out bulk ingredients for packaging operations accurately using scales provided.
- Operated cleaning equipment and tools efficiently to achieve high standards.
Operator-Leadman
Archer Daniels Midland Company
09.2002 - 03.2026
- Led a team, overseeing operations and coordinating activities.
- Operated three Hydrogen Gas Plants a Nitrogen Plant and an IE system.
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring safety and quality standards were met consistently.
- Trained and mentored team members on efficient workflow practices and operational procedures.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures to enhance workplace safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize workflow processes.
- Implemented best practices to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- Monitored production lines for quality assurance and consistency.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Led safety audits, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime.
- Monitored equipment performance and performed routine maintenance.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures, ensuring safe setup and operation of equipment.
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality products efficiently.
- Tracked GMP, MSS sheets
- Reading trends for the process
- Worked in a PSM area.
- Preformed Process Hazard Analysis
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Executed outdoor tasks while adapting to changing weather conditions.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Leadership role, learning other departments processes, helping foreman with their daily tasks, getting the derail for train movement, writing work orders, hot works and confined space forms.
- Participated as a core member of the Safety team, contributing to safety initiatives.. A core member of the ISO 45001. Helped organize safety blitz and employee engagement.
Warehouse Worker, Service and Utility
Bridgestone Firestone
09.1998 - 11.2000
- Managed inventory control processes to maintain accurate stock levels and reduce discrepancies.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials efficiently across the warehouse.
- Operated loading equipment to transfer materials between storage and production areas.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and consistently meet daily production targets.
- Trained new hires on safety protocols and operational procedures to maintain compliance standards.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure functionality and minimize risk of downtime.
- Implemented best practices for maintaining a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety compliance.
- Operated and maintained production machinery to ensure optimal performance and quality standards.
- Monitored production processes, identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime.
Material Handler, Sort and Relief, BEU
R.R. Donnelley's & Son's
04.1989 - 09.1998
- Operated three hydrogen gas plants, a nitrogen plant, and an IE system to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored production lines for quality assurance and consistency.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize workflow processes.
- Implemented best practices to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- Led safety audits, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Trained new operators on best practices, fostering teamwork and enhancing operational knowledge within the team.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality products efficiently.
- Monitored equipment performance and performed routine maintenance.
- Oversaw daily production operations to maintain compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on efficient workflow practices and operational procedures.
- Leadership role, learning other departments processes, helping foremen with their daily tasks, getting the derail for train movement, writing work orders, hot works and confined space forms.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sullivan High School
Sullivan, IL05-1984
No Degree - Phlebotomy, Math For Meds
Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL01-2001
Skills
- Machinery operation
- Safety standards compliance
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability to change
- Effective communication
ISO 45001 Core Team Member
The International Organization of Standardization 45001 is adding hazard awareness along with record keeping, legislation and staying up to date with OSHA standards. Being on the core team we would meet weekly working on the standards coming up with a plan to bring it to the front line colleagues. Audits would be conducted to prove we are within the required limits of the standards. We would meet with Corporate once a month to keep them up on our progress since the 45001 was new to our plant. It added to the already in place ISO 14001- being Environmental and the ISO 9001- being Quality Management. Improving performance regarding those requirements.
Timeline
Production Operator
Tate & Lyle
06.2026 - Current
Operator-Leadman
Archer Daniels Midland Company
09.2002 - 03.2026
Warehouse Worker, Service and Utility
Bridgestone Firestone
09.1998 - 11.2000
Material Handler, Sort and Relief, BEU
R.R. Donnelley's & Son's
04.1989 - 09.1998
High School Diploma -
Sullivan High School
No Degree - Phlebotomy, Math For Meds
Lake Land College