Nyasia Nelson-Heyward
Sumter
Summary
Self-motivated Poultry Processor with a solid understanding of poultry processing and safety procedures. Experienced in inspecting, sorting, and working on multiple production lines. Skilled in maintaining a clean and organized work area. I am a highly driven and hardworking individual who gets the job done right with excellent communication skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Wing Cutter
Pilgrims Pride JBS
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe working environment by following safety protocols and keeping the workspace clean and organized.
- Executed precise wing cutting techniques, increasing production efficiency daily.
- Cut 40 wings per minute efficiently on a production line.
- Ensure each wing that is cut meets company and QA standards.
Thigh Trimmer
Pilgrims Pride JBS
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Efficiently trimmed and processed thousands of chicken thigh pounds daily, exceeding production targets and ensuring product quality.
- Collaborated with team members to implement best practices, resulting in increased pounds per hour.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace.
- Ensured that 40,000 pounds plus were cut daily with the trimming team.
Quality Assurance Technician
Pilgrims Pride JBS
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Investigated and resolved quality issues in a timely and effective manner.
- Performed inspections and tests of raw materials to ensure their compliance with specifications.
- Developed and maintained detailed documentation of quality assurance procedures, standards, and protocols.
- Monitored and tested finished products for defects and conformance to customer specifications.
- Regularly updated and maintained quality assurance databases.
Tender Scorer
Pilgrims Pride JBS
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Maintain cutting tenders on a production line with a speed of 35 birds per minute.
- Have proper knife placement to ensure each bird frame meets yield goal.
- Work side by side with another tender cutter to ensure each tender gets cut correctly.
- Ensure that each tender meets quality expectations while cutting.
Cashier
Burger King
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Balanced the cash drawer by meticulously counting cash at the beginning and end of every shift.
- Collected credit card and cash payments to complete transactions for customer orders.
- Provided exceptional customer service with efficient, prompt transactions.
- Successfully received orders, processed payments, and responded appropriately to guest concerns.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sumter High School
Sumter,SC06-2018
Skills
- Strong Communications skills
- Ability to learn and perform various processing task
- Ability to work well independently or with a team
- Willingness to learn, take direction, and be proactive
- Willingness to receive and offer constructive feedback
- Know when to ask for help
- Good hand-eye coordination
- Follow all safety protocols
- Works well in fast paced environments
- Physical stamina
- Pays close attention to small details
- Knife handling
- Quality inspection
Timeline
Wing Cutter
Pilgrims Pride JBS
10.2023 - Current
Thigh Trimmer
Pilgrims Pride JBS
03.2023 - 10.2023
Quality Assurance Technician
Pilgrims Pride JBS
05.2022 - 03.2023
Tender Scorer
Pilgrims Pride JBS
02.2020 - 05.2022
Cashier
Burger King
07.2018 - 07.2020
High School Diploma -
Sumter High School
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