Tasha Hollis
Heppner,OR
Summary
Experienced program analyst successful at reviewing and validating data, conducting complex reviews and assessing program operations. Specializing in managing ongoing program evaluations and excited to pursue professional growth and advancement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Analyst
USDA Farm Service Agency
Heppner, Oregon
07.2023 - Current
- Have been working with co-workers and the current CED on me gaining knowledge of the various different programs.
- Acreage Reporting, LFP, ELAP, Midas, and have done some MAL Bin measurements out in the field, Teams, Pitney Bowes for stamps and ordering and receiving of supplies for the office.
- Analyzed data to assess the effectiveness of existing programs and suggest recommendations for change.
- Managed day-to-day operations of multiple programs simultaneously while ensuring quality standards are met throughout all phases.
- Performed in-depth analysis to help solve diverse problems with program implementation and operations.
- Offered input on key decisions and strategic plans, evaluating ongoing program data.
- Conducted record searches and coordinated with other units on procedural problems involving complex cases.
Production Lead
Tillamook Cheese Factory
Boardman, Oregon
06.2017 - 05.2023
- Coordinated production schedules and assigned tasks to employees.
- Monitored the quality of products during production process.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all staff members.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment and machinery.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of raw materials and supplies.
- Provided guidance and support to subordinates in their daily activities.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness in the production line.
- Identified areas of improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
- Tracked progress against objectives and reported regularly on progress made.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members when necessary.
- Controlled labor costs by ensuring that workers are working efficiently.
- Analyzed data from past production runs to identify trends or issues.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Assisted in training new personnel in the use of tools and equipment.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding product quality or defects.
- Suggested process improvements based on analysis of existing processes.
- Worked closely with management team to develop long-term plans for growth.
- Established standard operating procedures for each task within the production line.
- Oversaw workstation setup and operation and mobilized production line and shift employees to meet customer quality standards and schedules.
- Checked machinery operation visually, addressed issues by performing minor maintenance and escalated serious problems to management or maintenance personnel.
- Coordinated material supply to assembly line, regulated flow of finished goods to warehouse and fulfilled order requirements.
- Equipped team members with proper hand tools, supplies and power equipment to safely and efficiently perform jobs without time-consuming interruptions during production.
- Interpreted, understood, and communicated information on job tickets, configured production operations to meet specifications and prioritized job tickets by due date.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Developed and enforced safety protocols, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
- Reported problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisor.
- Checked finished products to ensure quality and that industry standards were met before use.
- Identified and supported continuous improvement efforts with supervisor.
- Executed and coordinated employee training to meet quality requirements.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
Operator Specialist
Tillamook Cheese Factory
Boardman, Oregon
06.2005 - 05.2016
- Assisted in the design, development and implementation of operating procedures.
- Provided technical support for production lines and equipment.
- Maintained records of operating data, such as output rates and malfunctions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thompson School
03-2003
Skills
- Program analysis
- User Acceptance Testing
- Leadership training
- Strategic Planning
- Train staff
- Analytical Thinking
- Customer Service
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
Program Analyst
USDA Farm Service Agency
07.2023 - Current
Production Lead
Tillamook Cheese Factory
06.2017 - 05.2023
Operator Specialist
Tillamook Cheese Factory
06.2005 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Thompson School