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Sean-Michael Kirkland II

Clarksville

Summary

Results-driven Quality Assurance Technician with a proven track record at Chairmans Foods, skilled in root-cause analysis and equipment inspection. Demonstrated ability to enhance product quality and streamline testing procedures, fostering collaboration and communication within teams. Committed to maintaining safety protocols while achieving significant reductions in defect rates.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance Tech

Chairmans Foods
06.2024 - 04.2025
  • Inspected finished products for overall quality and adherence to FDA and USDA specifications.
  • Conducted root cause analyses for identified defects, implementing preventive measures to minimize recurrence rates.
  • Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Streamlined data collection methods for test results, enabling faster analysis and decision-making regarding product improvements.
  • Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.

Warehouse Associate

OSI Systems
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
  • Worked safely around moving machinery.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50-60 pounds.

Lead Food Sanitor

PSSI Packers Sanitation Services
08.2021 - 01.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Assistant Manager

Papa Johns
06.2020 - 06.2021
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.

Skills

  • Testing procedures
  • Lab equipment maintenance
  • Equipment inspection
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Safety protocols

Certification

  • QTC - Quality Technician Certification
  • CQT - Certified Quality Technician

Timeline

Quality Assurance Tech

Chairmans Foods
06.2024 - 04.2025

Warehouse Associate

OSI Systems
01.2024 - 06.2024

Lead Food Sanitor

PSSI Packers Sanitation Services
08.2021 - 01.2024

Assistant Manager

Papa Johns
06.2020 - 06.2021
Sean-Michael Kirkland II