Alexis Gillion
Coopersville,MI
Summary
Reliable and motivated dairy manufacturing professional with nearly five years of experience in pasteurization, food safety, equipment operation, and quality control. Experienced in HTST and VTIS systems, regulatory compliance, preventive maintenance, and logistics coordination. Known for a strong work ethic, excellent attendance, and maintaining a very focused, productive approach in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
HTST Operator
Country Fresh
Grand Rapids, Michigan
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Operated High-Temperature Short-Time (HTST) pasteurization system to process milk and pasteurize dairy byproducts in accordance with production and food safety requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area daily.
- Monitored processing parameters to ensure product safety and quality.
- Maintained accurate production and process records.
- Performed equipment checks and assisted with cleaning and sanitation procedures.
- Followed all company safety policies and food safety regulations.
- Performed Clean-In-Place (CIP) and Clean-Out-of-Place (COP) on process equipment.
- Pasteurized dairy byproducts and added cultures according to production specifications to support downstream processing.
- Trained new operators on HTST pasteurization system operation, safety procedures, and production processes.
Logistics Coordinator
Country Fresh
Grand Rapids, Michigan
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Assigned order-picking tasks to load-out personnel and coordinated workflow to ensure timely shipment preparation.
- Utilized logistics software to assign order-picking tasks and coordinate outbound shipments.
- Coordinated communication between warehouse personnel, drivers, and shipping operations to ensure accurate and timely product distribution.
- Verified shipping documentation and maintained accurate records for outbound dairy product shipments.
- Generated shipping documentation, bills of lading, and load paperwork for outbound deliveries.
VTIS Operator
Fairlife
Coopersville, Michigan
03.2023 - 07.2026
- Operated Vacuum Thermal Instant Sterilizer (VTIS) pasteurization equipment for dairy production.
- Monitored temperatures, pressures, flow rates, and critical process controls.
- Completed production records and quality documentation.
- Maintained compliance with food safety, sanitation, and GMP standards.
- Worked closely with production and quality teams to ensure consistent product quality.
- Assisted with rebuilding and replacing process valves to maintain equipment performance.
- Troubleshoot HMI (Human-Machine Interface) control panels to diagnose and resolve operational issues.
- Executed preventative maintenance (PMs) tasks, including replacing tank door seals, gaskets, and pump seals to maintain equipment reliability.
- Performed extensive equipment cleaning and sanitization procedures during scheduled shutdowns to support food safety and production readiness.
- Performed state-required regulatory testing, flow tests, challenge testing of flow diversion devices, and Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) testing to verify proper operation and compliance of pasteurization systems.
- Performed CIP procedures and titrated cleaning chemicals to verify proper concentrations, ensuring effective sanitation and compliance with food safety standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hudsonville Highschool
Hudsonville, MI05-2016
Skills
- HTST Pasteurization
- VTIS Pasteurization
- Attention to Detail
- Logistics Coordination
- Equipment Operation
- Food Safety & GMP Compliance
- Quality Control
- Dependability
- Industrial Sanitation
- HACCP Principles
- Strong Work Ethic
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Regulatory Compliance
Timeline
VTIS Operator
Fairlife
03.2023 - 07.2026
Logistics Coordinator
Country Fresh
10.2022 - 03.2023
HTST Operator
Country Fresh
08.2021 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Hudsonville Highschool