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Timothy Thorpe

Smithfield,UT

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Production Operator

Caisson Laboratories Inc
10.2022 - Current
    • Followed job order for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances and sequence of operations.
    • Reduced accidents and injuries by observing safety policies and procedures.
    • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
    • Calibrated and adjusted equipment to achieve quality production.
    • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
    • Collected and tested samples of cells, tissues and blood to conduct studies.
    • Remained up-to-date with new advances in biotechnology to develop new techniques, products or practices.
    • Maintained integrity of laboratory through weekly lab cleaning and maintenance procedures.
    • Determined influence of internal and external environments on animal, plant and bacterial processes.
    • Set up and calibrated laboratory equipment to conduct and monitor experiments and procedures.
    • Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
    • Tracked and documented production data to maintain accurate records.
    • Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
    • Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
    • Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
    • Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.

Head of Maintenance

Caisson Laboratories Inc
04.2022 - Current
  • Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
  • Overseen DI water system to ensure that water and hold tank were free of endotoxin and bioburden for sterile runs of liquid media
  • Calibrated all Scales and weights.
  • Preformed regular maintenance and rebuild of 52 gallon and 210 gallon ball mills
  • Preformed regular maintenance of various autoclaves.

Food Safety Inspector

Usda Fsis
12.2010 - 12.2022
  • Understood federal, state and local food safety regulations and monitored adherence during inspections.
  • Verified compliance with food safety quality systems and regulatory guidelines.
  • Informed management of concerns with production operations.
  • Completed and processed paperwork and reports outlining proper and improper operations.
  • Checked facilities for compliance with sanitation and disposal procedures as part of comprehensive inspections.
  • Observed destruction and disposal of condemned items to maintain control and prevent contamination of food chain.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Provided line workers and production supervisors with advisories on quality deficiencies and updated policies.

Education

Bear River High School
Garland, UT
05.1997

Skills

    • Specification Interpretation
    • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
    • Customer Satisfaction
    • Quality Control
      • Environmental Compliance
      • Critical Thinking
      • Daily Logs
      • Hazardous Materials

Timeline

Lead Production Operator

Caisson Laboratories Inc
10.2022 - Current

Head of Maintenance

Caisson Laboratories Inc
04.2022 - Current

Food Safety Inspector

Usda Fsis
12.2010 - 12.2022

Bear River High School
Timothy Thorpe