Usoalii Taufetee
Olympia,WA
Summary
Results-driven HR professional experienced in employee onboarding, recruitment coordination, and process improvement. Skilled in enhancing HR operations through clear communication and analytical problem-solving. Committed to team development and workplace efficiency, with a strong ability to adapt under pressure and deliver positive employee experiences.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
HR and Administrative
Northline Seafoods
Bellingham, Washington
05.2025 - Current
- Facilitated employee onboarding and orientation processes for new hires.
- Managed employee records and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts by screening resumes and coordinating interviews.
- Supported training initiatives by organizing materials and scheduling sessions.
- Maintained HR databases and updated employee information promptly.
- Addressed employee inquiries regarding benefits and company policies effectively.
- Coordinated performance review schedules and gathered manager feedback to support employee development.
- Collaborated with team members to improve HR processes and workflows efficiently.
- Organized and maintained employee personnel files, ensuring secure handling of sensitive data.
- Facilitated recruitment by conducting phone screens, scheduling interviews, and completing reference checks to streamline hiring processes.
- Maintained accurate records of employee information such as wages, performance reviews, benefits, leaves of absence.
- Updated employee database with changes in job title, salary information or contact details.
- Guided new hires through orientation and onboarding and explained documentation requirements to facilitate HR processes.
- Performed administrative tasks related to payroll processing or benefit administration.
- Assisted with planning, organizing and coordinating company events.
- Posted job announcements and pre-screened applicants to candidates for available positions.
- Processed paperwork associated with personnel transactions such as promotions or terminations.
- Responded to inquiries from current or prospective employees regarding human resources policies or procedures.
- Scheduled appointments, meetings, and conferences with employees to discuss and mitigate personnel issues.
- Reviewed resumes submitted by applicants for open positions.
- Managed employee relations issues including grievances, complaints, and disputes.
- Initialized background checks for potential new hires.
- Participated in job fairs and other recruitment events to source potential candidates.
- Compiled reports related to personnel activities such as attendance tracking, turnover rates, disciplinary actions.
- Assisted in developing training programs for staff members.
- Created and maintained internal job descriptions and postings to accurately reflect roles.
- Provided guidance and support to management team on various HR matters such as compensation packages or employee handbook updates.
- Conducted new hire orientations and onboarding processes for incoming employees.
- Managed confidential employee information with discretion and integrity.
- Provided administrative support to the HR department, including document preparation and calendar management.
- Participated in HR training and workshops to improve skills and knowledge.
- Supported HR projects, such as employee satisfaction surveys and exit interviews.
- Assisted in conflict resolution processes and acted as a liaison between employees and management.
- Explained company personnel policies, benefits and procedures to employees or job applicants.
- Answered questions regarding salaries, benefits and other pertinent information.
- Processed paperwork related to grievances, performance evaluations, classifications and employee leaves of absence.
- Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Warehouse Associate
Home Depot
Lacey, Washington
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Operated forklifts to move merchandise throughout the warehouse.
- Packed and labeled merchandise for efficient loading and timely shipment to customers.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Unloaded initial shipments and placed on correct delivery trucks.
- Assisted in the organization of the warehouse by placing incoming items in designated areas.
- Secured cargo in trucks with straps, load bars, blocks and other materials.
- Maintained precise records of shipments loaded and unloaded to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Read and attached appropriate labels and tags to products and packages for identification purposes.
- Verified freight bills against invoices for accuracy before finalizing shipments.
- Corrected pallets of damaged or mislabeled products to reduce errors and losses.
- Scanned, pushed and loaded items on conveyor line for loading into trailers.
- Unloaded products from delivery trucks for inventory organization.
- Operated ship loading and unloading equipment and other specialized material handling equipment.
Meat Process Worker
American Foods Group
Long Prairie, Minnesota
10.2018 - 09.2021
- Cut and trim various meats according to specifications.
- Cut, trimmed, boned, and ground beef, pork, veal, lamb, and poultry for retail sale, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Prepared custom orders for customers requiring specific cuts or trimming techniques, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Cleaned work areas including counters, floors, walls and equipment using safe sanitizing solutions.
- Operated wrapping machines to package meats for sale in the store or for customers' orders.
- Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
- Applied sizing guidelines to cut meat products and arrange pieces in trays for optimal presentation and sale.
Seafood Processor
Silverbay Seafoods
Naknek, Alaska
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Processed seafood products to ensure quality and freshness.
- Operated machinery for efficient filleting and packaging.
- Processed fresh meat items in walk-in cooler.
- Disposed of waste materials in accordance with government regulations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks containing raw materials or finished goods.
- Placed raw materials on conveyor belt for processing.
- Performed daily cleaning tasks to maintain a safe working environment.
Factory Supervisor
Trident Seafoods
Seattle, Washington
04.2006 - 08.2016
- Supervised daily factory operations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules to enhance production workflow and efficiency.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain product standards.
- Conducted performance evaluations to provide feedback and support employee development.
- Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
- Investigated accidents involving machinery or personnel in order to determine root cause analysis.
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Developed process improvement plans to streamline operations and minimize waste.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to discuss progress on projects.
- Maintained detailed records of employee performance and attendance to support training initiatives.
- Performed weekly inspections of the facility's equipment to detect any potential malfunctions or hazards.
- Supervised the activities of subordinate staff in order to optimize productivity and efficiency.
- Organized and oversaw production operations including scheduling of personnel, equipment maintenance, and quality control testing.
- Enforced company policies relating to safety standards within the factory environment.
- Ensured that all machines were running properly at all times.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Directed and coordinated production activities, encouraging employees to meet specifications.
Quality Control Technician
Trident Seafoods
Seattle, Washington
06.2003 - 08.2016
- Conducted routine sampling and testing of raw materials and finished goods.
- Monitored production processes, identifying and reporting quality issues to enhance product integrity.
- Inspected seafood products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to implement quality control procedures.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate logs, ensuring traceability for compliance audits.
- Conducted frequent quality and compliance reviews of production work.
- Provided quality support, verifying products met quality standards and aligned with customer requirements.
- Created SOPs related to the Quality Control process in order to ensure consistent application across multiple departments.
Seafood Processor
Trident Seafoods
Seattle, Washington
06.2001 - 08.2016
- Processed seafood products to ensure quality and freshness.
- Operated machinery for precise filleting and packaging of seafood products.
- Trimmed and filleted seafood in a hygienic environment to prepare for packaging.
- Sorted seafood products by grade, size, and color to ensure quality standards.
- Operated machinery such as hydraulic presses, vacuum packers and conveyor belts for packing of seafood products.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when handling raw materials or operating machinery.
- Placed raw materials on conveyor belt for processing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tafuna High School
American SamoaSkills
- Employee onboarding
- Recruitment coordination
- Staff scheduling
- Quality assurance
- Decision-making
- Team building
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Leadership
- Verbal communication
- Project planning
- Time management
- Relationship building
- Analytical
- Training & Development
- Supervision and leadership
- Analytical thinking
- Planning
- Maintenance & repair
- Research
- Troubleshooting
- Team collaboration
- Task prioritization
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Safety protocols
- HR policy compliance
- Performance management
- Human resources management
Timeline
HR and Administrative
Northline Seafoods
05.2025 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Home Depot
06.2022 - 05.2024
Meat Process Worker
American Foods Group
10.2018 - 09.2021
Seafood Processor
Silverbay Seafoods
05.2017 - 09.2017
Factory Supervisor
Trident Seafoods
04.2006 - 08.2016
Quality Control Technician
Trident Seafoods
06.2003 - 08.2016
Seafood Processor
Trident Seafoods
06.2001 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Tafuna High School