Hi, I’m
Steve Palmer
Davenport,IA
Summary
Detail-oriented Food safety and Quality assurance inspector offering a combined 6 years of experience in managing quality controls for beef products. Experienced in identifying hazards and implementing corrective measures. Seek to bring expertise to challenging new role with a new company. Adept at enhancing production quality with methodical and organized approach. Good recordkeeping, data entry and process management skills. Industrious, forward-thinking and fastidious about maintaining optimal standards. Before my current position I was a Security Officer with 19 years of experience. Equipped with excellent communication skills consistently maintains detailed logs of important events. Skilled in problem-solving and conflict resolution with knowledge of applicable laws. Trustworthy and committed to honest interactions with supervisors, employees and customers.
Overview
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Securitas Security Services USARiverdale, IA
Security Officer
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
Tyson Fresh MeatsJoslin , IL
Production Supervisor
10.2022 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
Naeve Family BeefCamanche, IA
Quality Assurance Food Safety Inspector
03.2021 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Inspected beef during and after manufacturing.
- Reported repeat issues to supervisors and diagnosed source.
- Researched specifications for beef to ensure final quality.
- Designed and followed detailed inspection schedules.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize equipment damage and avoid injuries.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
Exelon nuclear security L.L.C.Cordova, IL
Armed Security Officer
10.2001 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Monitored building access and identified all officials and employees before authorizing entrance.
- Maintained order and safety while providing customer service and information to facility visitors.
- Maintained safety of employees and reeactors by conducting foot patrols, monitoring vehicle traffic and identifying unauthorized persons or vehicles on premises.
- Investigated reported incidents to protect company assets.
- Surveyed multiple CCTV feeds to closely monitor important areas on grounds.
- Patrolled large commercial facility on irregular schedule to look for suspicious activities.
- Protected entrances by scanning individuals and bags via manual checks or x-ray machinery.
- Evaluated credentials of personnel and provided temporary badges to visitors.
- Intervened on disturbances and utilized de-escalation techniques to prevent physical intervention and destruction of site property.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
Tysons FoodsJoslin, IL
Production Manager
01.1996 - 01.2001
Job overview
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
- Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
Education
MacMurray CollegeJacksonville, IL
from Law Enforcement
Port Byron Riverdale Senior High SchoolPort Byron, IL
High School Diploma
05.1994
Skills
- Patrolling
- Firearms expertise
- Vigilant and watchful
- Security procedures knowledge
- Premises surveillance
- Reliability
- Flexible
- Decision-making
- Teambuilding
- PPE use
- Leadership
- Sample collection
- Carcass inspection
- Good work ethic
- Supervision & leadership
- Quality Control
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- Equipment Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Incident Reporting
- Equipment Inspections
Accomplishments
Achieved Sharpshooter/Marksman honors on all firearms courses multiple times over my career.
Timeline
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
08.2023 - Current
Production Supervisor
Tyson Fresh Meats
10.2022 - 07.2023
Quality Assurance Food Safety Inspector
Naeve Family Beef
03.2021 - 10.2023
Armed Security Officer
Exelon nuclear security L.L.C.
10.2001 - 01.2020
Production Manager
Tysons Foods
01.1996 - 01.2001
MacMurray College
from Law Enforcement
Port Byron Riverdale Senior High School
High School Diploma
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