Steven Deitering
Long Prairie
Summary
Seasoned Food Safety Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in hazard analysis, risk management strategies, and adherence to regulatory compliance standards. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring effective team leadership and project management in safeguarding food quality and safety.
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.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Safety Manager
JCP Farms
Long Prairie
04.2018 - Current
- Reviewed supplier documentation including ingredient specifications, allergen statements, certificates of analysis. prior to product acceptance.
- Created detailed reports outlining findings from investigations into incidents involving contamination or mishandling of ingredients at any stage of the production process.
- Conducted periodic inspections of equipment used in manufacturing operations to verify its cleanliness and suitability for use in producing safe foods.
- Implemented a system for tracking consumer inquiries related to product recalls or other potential health risks caused by consumption of company products.
- Trained personnel on proper cleaning techniques aimed at eliminating microbial hazards from work surfaces and equipment utilized in manufacturing operations.
- Participated in industry trade shows representing the company's commitment to providing high-quality products that meet stringent standards set forth by governing bodies.
- Monitored employee hygiene practices and ensured adherence to safe food handling standards.
- Coordinated audits from third-party certification bodies including SQF Level 2, 3, 4 audits and BRC Global Standard Certification Audits.
- Analyzed risk factors associated with process controls used throughout the facility's production lines using hazard analysis critical control point methodology.
- Identified opportunities for continuous improvement in existing processes related to food safety management systems.
- Performed microbiological testing of samples as part of regular quality assurance program.
- Evaluated results of inspections conducted by regulatory agencies to identify potential areas for improvement in sanitation, storage, and production processes.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop corrective action plans when non-conformances were identified during inspection or audit activities.
- Maintained accurate records pertaining to the implementation of food safety programs such as temperature logs, sanitation reports, chemical usage data.
- Provided guidance on proper labeling requirements for all products manufactured or distributed.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive food safety policies and procedures.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding food safety issues.
- Conducted food safety assessments to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
- Facilitated team meetings with staff members responsible for implementing food safety initiatives within the organization.
- Maintained accurate records for trials being performed.
- Maintained adherence to labeling and packaging requirements.
- Conducted quality control procedures from raw material stage to finished product.
- Performed internal audits of factory systems and protocols.
General Laborer
JCP Farms
Long Prairie
04.2018 - Current
- Inspected tools and equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Performed preventative maintenance on conveyors, bearings, pillow blocks, motor gear boxes, forklifts, pallet jacks.
- Welded and fabricated conveyors from scratch for production needs.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to complete construction projects.
- Unloaded building supplies from delivery trucks using forklifts or cranes.
- Moved heavy objects using dollies, carts, hoists, or other manual labor techniques.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working onsite.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Removed debris from construction sites and disposed of it properly.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks that needed to be completed.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Assisted tradespeople with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
- Cleaned tools, equipment, and work areas in order to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
- Performed general maintenance duties such as painting walls or installing insulation.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
- Participated in company training sessions to improve skills and boost process knowledge.
- Reported safety violations to supervisor to reduce risks and accidents.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel, and other materials.
- Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using tile cutters and power saws.
- Performed regular servicing and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
- Lubricated and cleaned machinery and tools.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Loaded and unloaded daily material shipments, keeping products organized and secure to prevent damage and optimize handling.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
CNC Machine Operator
Chandlers
Long Prairie
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Analyzed engineering designs and determined most efficient sequence of operations.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece.
- Checked accuracy of programs prior to running production runs utilizing simulation software packages.
- Operated multiple CNC machines simultaneously while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Collaborated with engineers in order to create new processes for improved efficiency.
- Maintained quality control by inspecting parts for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance tasks on CNC machinery.
- Loaded raw materials into production equipment according to job orders while maintaining proper inventory levels.
- Performed minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machines.
- Provided feedback on product design changes based on experience operating the machinery.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, adjusted machine controls as necessary during the run cycle.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
- Maintained accurate records of production data including scrap rates and downtime.
- Ensured that all components met customer requirements before being packaged for shipment.
- Repaired damaged parts according to company standards before returning them back into service.
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample works with micrometers, calipers or other measuring instruments.
- Provided expert coaching and training for new team members.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Achieved safety, quality, and performance standards to meet production schedules.
- Leveraged micrometers, verniers and gages to accurately inspect parts.
- Established and performed quality assurance duties to maintain acceptable production levels.
- Worked with supervisor to debug and develop production processes and learn machine set-up skills.
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Observed company's strict safety rules during each shift to avoid job-related injuries.
- Loaded and unloaded machines to prevent expensive equipment issues.
- Maintained production tooling by replacing and grinding worn tools.
- Performed routine maintenance on machines and monitored usage to reduce parts breakdown.
- Selected the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
- Coordinated with other team members and departments to ensure timely completion of parts and projects.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction.
- Ensured the machines are properly lubricated and cooled during the machining process.
- Maintained specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling, and thread chasing operations.
- Set controls to regulate speed, feed and coolant flow.
- Used devices, templates and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished workpieces for conformance.
- Followed safety guidelines and regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment and ensuring a safe work environment.
- Loaded feed mechanisms by lifting stock into position.
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to international standards.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, grinding, and milling.
- Implemented minor machine maintenance such as cleaning and repairing.
- Managed the inventory of tools and parts necessary for machine operation and maintenance.
- Documented actions by completing production and quality logs.
- Trained new employees on CNC machine operation, safety procedures, and company policies.
Night Shift Sanitation
Dans Prize Inc
Browerville
04.2009 - 05.2014
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Safety committee
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Lock out tag out trained.
- Forklift certified.
- Pallet jack trained.
- Scissor lift certified.
Education
High School Diploma -
Browerville High School
Browerville, Minnesota05-2008
Skills
- Preventative Maintenance
- Maintenance
- Welding fabricating
- Troubleshooting and fixing machinery
- Forklift trained
- CDL
- Private pesticide license
- Lock out tag out
- Food safety regulations
- Quality assurance
- Sanitation practices
- Corrective action planning
- Regulatory compliance
- Employee training
- Risk assessment
- Team collaboration
- Incident investigation
- Process improvement
- Equipment inspection
- Water quality monitoring
- Cleaning protocols
- GMPs expertise
- Packaging safety
- Food defense strategies
- Sanitation management
- Hazard analysis
- Microbiological testing
- Supplier documentation
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- CDL
- Private pesticide applicator license
Accomplishments
- I have passed our USDA third party audit 7 years in a row
Timeline
Food Safety Manager
JCP Farms
04.2018 - Current
General Laborer
JCP Farms
04.2018 - Current
CNC Machine Operator
Chandlers
01.2015 - 04.2018
Night Shift Sanitation
Dans Prize Inc
04.2009 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Browerville High School