Vandara Mork
Waco,TX
Summary
Hardworking employee offering 5+ years supporting manufacturing needs. Successful working long hours in challenging environments, moving supplies, organizing products and packaging shipments. Excellent history of working well with other team members and pitching in to help achieve team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Associate
Sanderson Farms Processing Plant
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Completed all assigned tasks within targeted deadlines, keeping pace with demanding production schedules.
- Assisted in quality control efforts, ensuring each product met or exceeded company standards before shipment.
- Reduced waste and maintained quality standards by closely monitoring product assembly and identifying areas for improvement.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss process improvements, share best practices, and address challenges.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on proper assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Optimized workflow by quickly identifying bottlenecks in the production process and implementing effective solutions.
- Upheld high cleanliness standards within the workspace, preventing contamination issues during product assembly.
- Contributed to achieving company objectives by consistently meeting or exceeding individual performance metrics.
Warehouse Associate
Mars Wrigley Confectionery
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 60 pounds.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
Prep Cook/Line Cook
Hotel 1928
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Collaborated with kitchen team, effectively communicating to streamline processes and optimize workflow.
Welder
Central Texas Iron Works
05.2018 - 08.2023
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Kitchen Prep Cook/Line Cook
Uncle Dan's BBQ
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
Kitchen Prep Cook/Line Cook
Martini's Pizza
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Team Member
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
10.2010 - 08.2013
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Ottawa Highschool
06.2010
Skills
- Deburr Pieces
- Manufacturing of Small Metal Parts
- Crane and Hoist Equipment Operation
- Operate Forklift
- Technical Drawings
- Welding Techniques
- Regulatory Standards
- Weights and Measurements
- Interpersonal Communications
- Dish Preparation
- Workstation organization
- Reliability and punctuality
- Cross-training
- Hand and power tools
Timeline
Line Associate
Sanderson Farms Processing Plant
04.2024 - 10.2024
Warehouse Associate
Mars Wrigley Confectionery
01.2024 - 04.2024
Prep Cook/Line Cook
Hotel 1928
10.2023 - 11.2023
Welder
Central Texas Iron Works
05.2018 - 08.2023
Kitchen Prep Cook/Line Cook
Uncle Dan's BBQ
07.2017 - 04.2018
Kitchen Prep Cook/Line Cook
Martini's Pizza
08.2013 - 06.2017
Team Member
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
10.2010 - 08.2013
High School Diploma -
West Ottawa Highschool
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