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Bazil Harmon

Seaford

Summary

Growing leader at Perdue Farms, Inc., adept in driving SAFE operational excellence and product quality, significantly enhancing production efficiencies. Expert in SAP and proficient in staff management, I excel in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork. Achieved 0 lost time accidents in my management career and increased VSP throughput by 20% , embodying a results-driven approach with a blend of technical and interpersonal skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Fresh Cuts and Multivac Supervisor

Perdue Farms, Inc.
02.2023 - Current

Train, direct and develop subordinate to meet operating, safety and quality requirements within the department and/or area. Supervises production staff to ensure product quality and integrity and ensures all finished product meets or exceeds customer requirements. Creates and maintains an environment that is conducive to retaining associates. Consistently administers Company policies and procedures. Supports and promotes the Company's annual People, Products, Profitability and Planet goals through effective and efficient planning, communication and coaching, training and overall direction of the workforce. Creates and implements, with management approval, new ideas and methods to improve production efficiencies, CSI, QI, Safety scorecard.

Shipping Supervisor

Perdue Farms Inc.
02.2022 - 02.2023

Train, direct and develop subordinate to meet operating, safety and quality requirements within the department and/or area. Supervises production staff to ensure product quality and integrity and ensures all finished product meets or exceeds customer requirements. Creates and maintains an environment that is conducive to retaining associates. Consistently administers Company policies and procedures. Supports and promotes the Company's annual People, Products, Profitability and Planet goals through effective and efficient planning.


- Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure accurate inventory management and timely shipments.

- Inspected loading operations for improvements in efficiency and safety.

- Maintained accurate documentation for all shipments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

- Managed a team of shipping personnel, fostering a productive work environment and promoting teamwork.

Food Safety And Quality Assurance Lead

Perdue Farms, Inc.
07.2021 - 02.2022

- Mentored QA team members in quality assurance best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.


- Identified potential product risks and developed plans to mitigate or eliminate hazards.


- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives within the QA team to elevate performance levels consistently across projects over time.


- Led root cause analysis efforts for defects, preventing reoccurrence and improving overall product stability.


- Performed internal audits to maintain operating procedure and regulatory standards compliance.

Production Lead / Machine Operator

Perdue Farms, Inc.
08.2017 - 07.2021

- Lead Fresh Cuts, Multivac, WPL and 28 Degree Room departments assisting management with achieving daily goals


- Collaborated with Quality Control teams to address any issues identified during inspections, implementing corrective actions as necessary to prevent reoccurrence.


-Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.


- Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.


- Managed 28 degree room inventory ensuring 100% accuracy in CFS and SAP


- Trained associates to operate machinery such as ProSeal, DSI, OSSID and Box machines - Trained new hires - PMs on machinery

Education

High School Diploma -

Sussex Central High School
Georgetown, DE
05.2017

Skills

    - Proficient in all areas of problem solving abilities and strategic planning

    - Proven skills using inventory tracking software such as SAP, CFS and YMS

    - Proficient using Microsoft office (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint)

    - Skilled with various food safety procedures including SSOP, GMP and HACCP

    - Basic proficiency using Maximo ( materials management software)

    - Skilled operating and maintaining machinery such as Multivac, DSI, OSSID Etc

    - Basic Perdue trainings include Lean (CI) , HACCP, SSOP, PIV (PIT), Ice house, ladder, LOTO - Expert level skills using attendance tracking software Kronos

  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Staff Management
  • Employee Motivation
  • Staff Discipline
  • Processes and procedures
  • Process Improvement

Timeline

Fresh Cuts and Multivac Supervisor

Perdue Farms, Inc.
02.2023 - Current

Shipping Supervisor

Perdue Farms Inc.
02.2022 - 02.2023

Food Safety And Quality Assurance Lead

Perdue Farms, Inc.
07.2021 - 02.2022

Production Lead / Machine Operator

Perdue Farms, Inc.
08.2017 - 07.2021

High School Diploma -

Sussex Central High School
Bazil Harmon