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Ken Thuok

Rochester

Summary

Results-driven professional seeking position. Focused on performance and flexible with specific needs of different assignments. Collaborates professionally with individuals from broad array of backgrounds and cultures. Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized style. Leverages experience and expertise to manage job functions. Excellent communicator with focus on results. Dedicated leadership professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices.
Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best perform tasks.

Real estate investment: Currently property managing 2 single family homes, duplex, commercial 8 unit building and a commercial business hair salon. These tasks includes contract agreements, property marketing, negotiating prices of lease, property maintenance and renovations.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

R&D Senior Technologist

DFA Dairy Brands
Rochester
05.2024 - Current

Full proficiency in a range of technical processes or procedures in assigned projects and tasks.

Completes a variety of atypical assignments.

Works within defined technical processes and procedures or methodologies and may help determine the appropriate approach for new assignments and equipment parameters.

Oversight focused on complex new assignments based on specific ranges of projects and goals.

An informal resource for colleagues with less experience.

Understands how own and related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives.

Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or occur infrequently based on existing precedents or procedures.

  • Conducted research to identify new technologies and methods for improving operational efficiency.

Explains complex technical information including interdependencies within the team and others.

  • Performed quality assurance testing on new products prior to launch in order to detect any bugs or defects.

QA Lead

Kemps
Rochester
05.2010 - 05.2025
  • Calibrate Delta butterfat percent to read accurately. Mico test on milk to determine safety of product before release .Communicate with partners on quality products and approve certificate of analysis (COAs). Antibiotic tests in milk tankers followed by a micro test on pre-pasteurized milk before releasing it to be pasteurized. Direct communication with dispatch on routing trucks to designated locations depending on demand of production. Monitor milk volume preventing overflow while maintaining cleanliness of milk silos and expiration of non-pasteurized milk. Direct ATP swabs on filler machines for cleanliness and quality. Manage and monitor the aging of products for extensive shelf life and code. Meet and discuss with the production floor on ways to improve quality while not risking production numbers.
  • Calibrate and maintain maintenance on the Delta Lactoscope . The Delta lactoscope analyzes butterfat and total solids. Calibration process involves plotting and graphing data to ensure accurate test results. Micro test products for coliform, SPC, yeast and mold to determine safety of product before releasing production to customers. Communicate with other DFA plants within the region regarding the release or hold of a COA (certificate of analysis). Perform a direct micro count (DMC) and antibiotic test on raw milk before receiving external raw milk into our silos. Direct communication with DFA dispatch to route supply of raw liquids to designated locations to match the demand of weekly production and reserves. Monitor and relocate milk volume to prevent overflow while maintaining cleanliness (state inspectors standards and regulations) and expiration of non-pasteurized milk. Direct and assign ATP swabs to filler machines, vats, HTST, and other equipment for cleanliness and quality. Manage and monitor the shelf life of products though regulated temperature ensuring products code and shelf-life. Meet, discuss and strategize with the production team to improve ways of quality while not risking the flow rate of production. Assist QA manager with solutions regarding consumer complaints. Maintain and regulate safety measures within the QA department. Summarize your experience with three to five bullet points for each job listing.

Assistant General Manager

StretchZone
Rochester
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Collaboration with the General Manager: working close with the General Manager to ensure that all aspects of the facility's operations are running smoothly and efficiently.
  • Support for Staff: Assists in developing procedures, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring that all employees are trained and up-to-date with the latest practices.
  • Facilitation of Teamwork: Fosters a positive work environment that maximizes employee involvement, morale, and engagement.
  • Operational Management: Responsible for the daily operations of the facility, including staffing, production planning, inventory management, and warehouse maintenance.
  • Customer Service: Provides excellent customer service and assists in maintaining the client base with a long-term customer loyalty environment.
  • Team Development: Supports the work of the store General Manager and follows the GM's direction regarding goals, scheduling, and administrative tasks. Playing a critical role in maintaining the company culture, managing the team, and efficiently managing fulfillment for new and active clients. The role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to delegate tasks effectively.

Education

Associate of Science - Generals

Rochester Technical And Community College
Rochester, MN
05-2009

Skills

  • Quality assurance
  • Process improvement
  • Equipment calibration
  • Technical processes
  • Operational efficiency
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Effective communication
  • Continuous improvement
  • Problem solving
  • Strategic planning
  • Inventory management

Timeline

R&D Senior Technologist

DFA Dairy Brands
05.2024 - Current

Assistant General Manager

StretchZone
09.2022 - 05.2023

QA Lead

Kemps
05.2010 - 05.2025

Associate of Science - Generals

Rochester Technical And Community College
Ken Thuok