James A. Norvell
Katy, TX 77450
Phone: 832-***-**** E-mail: **********@*****.***
SUMMARY
Quality oriented packaging Technician with a background in production
within an FDA-regulated quality manufacturing environment. A Proven leader
with a vision in problem solving, dealing well with others, and obtaining
desired results. Demonstrated talents in working well under pressure,
while requiring minimal supervision and having excellent interpersonal
skills. Skills and experience include:
Chemical Training Work Orders
MSDS Training Behavior Observation sheets
Sanitation Training Good Manufacturing Practice audits
SQMS Quality Control
Routine Maintenance 1&2 OSHA regulations
DLX -material Moving Clean Inspect Lubricate (CIL's)
Proficy-Down time tracking Forklift
Career Readiness Certificate(CRC) Job Safety Analysis
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KIK Custom Products, Houston, TX. Sept.2013-present
Quality Control Technician (contract)
Responsible for maintaining quality-assurance processes, testing products,
and recording and analyzing results data during product development and
manufacturing. Check quality of raw materials and packaging material,
Conduct internal audits that comply with the industrial practices and
policies. Titrate chemicals to assure specification standards are met.
CSM Bakery Products NA, Sugarland, TX. 2013-Sept.2013
Manufacturer of bakery products and supplies
Sanitation Lead/Supervisor
Supervise sanitation workers during daily operations, and determined daily
assignments. Enforced company policy, procedures, and regulations, and
assure all employees understand and comply. Communicate all training
assessments and plant issues. Manage employees during changeovers, allergen
washes, and daily operations. Develop weekly work schedule. Developed team
buiding, and organized a safe and productive team. Resolved problem issues
within team and department.
Member of safety committee
Trained and improved team to meet/exceed company requirements.
No lost time injuries
J. M. Smucker's company, Memphis, TN 2010 - 2012
FDA Regulated Manufacture of fruit spreads and Ice Cream Toppings
Front Machine Operator Relief/Technician (2011 - 2012)
Crossed trained and relieved technicians on Filler, De-Pallitizer/unloader,
and Posimat. Inspected and sanitized in-line filters hourly, checked and
recorded product weight hourly. Sanitized/washed Filler machine during
flavor changes and Chemical washes.
Selected to train new employees/co-workers.
Ensured Quality Control and specification standards were met.
Identified and resolved problem issues on production line.
Recognized for demonstrated and great knowledge of equipment processes and
high daily management system involvement.
Sanitation Functional Leader (2010 - 2012)
Communicated weekly production schedule and administered daily audits.
Trained new temps and team members in; chemical safety, proper usage of
chemicals, MSDS, cleaning, and sanitation. Supervised team during
scheduled Sanitations. Inspected each machine, equipment, and area in
packaging department, and verified cleanness. Distributed and monitored
Standard Operation Procedures checklist for all equipment and machines in
packaging department.
Reduced downtime during Sanitations by 2 hours, while still reaching FDA
requirements.
Advanced team members effectiveness at Sanitation and Cleaning.
Met/exceeded all expectations in leadership area.
Trained Package Worker/Technician (2010 - 2011)
Dumped all trash dumpsters in packaging, and recycled card board. Kept
floors and drains cleaned, Floated throughout packaging area and assisted
technicians as needed. Filled in on other jobs as needed.
Monitored, maintained, and repaired production equipment.
Incurred no lost time injuries.
Performed preventive maintenance on plant and machines.
Crossed trained in all 10 jobs within the department.
CATFISH SHACK, Memphis, TN 2009 - 2010
Cashier
Seafood Restaurant
newlyweds food, Hornlake, MS 2008 - 2009
Blender Operator
Customized technology for food service industry
catfish shack, Memphis, TN 2007 - 2008
Cashier
EDUCATION
Business Admin, and Management, National College of Business & Technology,
Memphis, TN
Diploma, Wooddale High School, Memphis, TN
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft office: Word, Power Point, Publisher, Excel, Access