Vernon “Curtis” Frazier
Alto, Michigan 49302
616-***-**** (h), 616-***-**** (c)
*********@*****.***
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EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVE
To lead and coordinate all aspects of production
FORMAL EDUCATION
B.A. in Communications - University of Houston
Majors - English, Communication
WORK EXPERIENCE
Country Fresh – Grand Rapids, Michigan 1986-2008
Supervised all aspects of food production including cultured and milk products, which included various departments with multiple reports, direct and indirect
Gained working knowledge of GMP, Troubleshooting, HACCP, Analysis of Finished Product Yields
Knowledge of FDA and USDA requirements in a food manufacturing environment
Responsible for productivity control including yields, waste and weight of multiple food products
Responsible for productivity based on total man hours worked and results achieved
Multi-functional experience including Quality, Maintenance and Logistics
Scheduled production and ordered warehouse inventory for all production needs such as bottle resin, powder, and packaging according to equipment functionality and product parameters
Scheduled staff to maximize efficiency and reduce labor costs
Experience with continuous improved efficiency plans in all aspects of production
Supervised distribution of all categories of dairy products, incoming and outgoing
Within team structure, developed and implemented plans to expand product distribution, culture production, and culture processing and milk production while maintaining plant efficiency
Worked in a diverse environment with union stewards to maintain positive working environment and resolve any complaints about working conditions
Utilized strong communication and interpersonal skills to train and guide
Individuals from diverse and varying level of skills in order to achieve highest level of efficient production
Adapted and met multiple customer needs on regular basis
Trained in and applied production safety, health and environmental measures
Computer skills include Microsoft applications, Kronos timekeeping software, used various computer tools for planning and management
Working mechanical knowledge of various packaging equipment
Outstanding math skills
Utilized strong problem solving skills on regular basis
Evaluated dairy products with Randolph Associates
Performance reviews exceeded and met employee requirements. Review areas included: functional and technical skills, decision making, initiative, relationships with others, compliance, communications, customer focus, supervisory responsibilities, and employee development
Self-Employed – Grand Rapids, Michigan 2008-Present
In-home care for an Alzheimer’s patient