Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Microbiology Lab Food Safety Technician
Claxton Poultry Farms
Claxton
04.2019 - Current
Follow laboratory safety protocols, PPE requirements, and biohazard waste handling procedures.
Conduct microbiological testing on environmental, product, or rinse samples using approved laboratory methods.
Record test results, observations, and data accurately in laboratory logs and electronic systems.
Conduct quantitative and qualitative microbial testing, with industry leading technology.
Prepare samples, media, reagents, and enrichment broths for microbiological analysis.
Perform routine equipment checks and document calibration and verification results.
Laboratory Sample Technician
Claxton Poultry Farms
Claxton
01.2017 - Current
Collected poultry carcass rinse samples following USDA/FSIS sampling protocols.
Ensured proper aseptic technique during sample collection to prevent cross contamination.
Regualating the quality for over 400,000 birds in production daily.
Prepared, labeled, and documented samples accurately for microbiological analysis.
Maintained chain of custody and traceability documentation for all samples.
Verified compliance with HACCP, SSOPs, and established food safety programs.
Followed USDA regulatory requirements, security measures, and PPE protocols.
QA PAA Monitor Technician
Claxton Poultry Farms
Claxton
08.2016 - Current
Conduct routine checks of all chillers PAA and PH.
Communicate effectively with production, QA, and maintenance teams.
Follow all safety protocols, including PPE and chemical handling procedures.
Ensure compliance with USDA, HACCP, GMPs and company food safety policies.
Assist with corrective actions when PAA standards are not met.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards on and around the chillers.
Verify and document PAA parameters.
Conduct Pond water analysis; checking ammonia, nitrate, and TKN.
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