Allison Richards
Demorest
Summary
Hardworking machine operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality products. Comfortable working alone or effectively communicating with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to inspection tasks, record keeping, and problem solving.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
OSSID Machine Operator
Fieldale Farms Corporation
Cornelia
2025.11 - Current
- Operate machinery for poultry processing in a fast-paced environment.
- Monitor equipment performance to ensure optimal operation during shifts.
- Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting on production machines.
- Provide flexibility to operate alternate machines as needed.
- Communicate effectively with operators and mechanics to ensure seamless production.
- Keep running tallies to meet production quotas and assist in timely changeovers.
- Inspect product at all times to keep quality standards.
- Follow safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment for all staff.
- Assist in training new operators on machine functions and safety procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area throughout the shift.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
Quality Assurance Technician
Fieldale Farms Corporation
Cornelia
2007.12 - 2017.12
- Conducted thorough inspections of poultry products for quality compliance.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
- Documented inspection results and maintained detailed quality records.
- Monitored production processes to identify any potential quality issues.
- Investigated customer complaints related to product quality and reported findings to management.
- Analyzed data from test results and identified areas needing improvement.
- Ensured that all products meet customer requirements prior to shipping.
- Conducted root cause analysis on defective parts and provided corrective action recommendations to management.
- Created reports summarizing quality assurance activities for upper management review.
- Supported internal audits by verifying accuracy of documents against actual conditions.
- Recruited, trained and scheduled employees to fulfill quality standards and expectations of management.
- Collected, analyzed and summarized data including failed processes and recalls to create accurate quality documentation.
- Compared samples to standards and specifications by performing detailed measurements and tests.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies for improving product reliability.
- Provided technical assistance in the development of new products or processes.
- Reviewed and updated quality assurance policies and procedures.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on laboratory equipment used for testing purposes.
- Monitored QA procedures for adherence by employees, notifying personnel of non-compliance issues.
- Collaborated with management to discuss effective plans for resolving major quality problems.
- Determined training needs of staff and organized training interventions to achieve quality standards.
- Reorganized and revised standard operating procedures to streamline processes and improve communication and collaboration.
Education
Habersham Central High School
Mount Airy, GASkills
- Computer skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal relation skills
- Advanced math skills
- Problem solving skills
- Record keeping skills
- Machine operation and maintenance skills
- Punctuality
- Reliability
Timeline
OSSID Machine Operator
Fieldale Farms Corporation
2025.11 - Current
Quality Assurance Technician
Fieldale Farms Corporation
2007.12 - 2017.12
Habersham Central High School