Larry "Dean" Whitfield
Golden Gate
Summary
Detail-oriented fab operator with expertise in quality control, training, and standard operating procedures. Proven ability to enhance team productivity and maintain high standards in chemical handling and tool calibration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Fab Operator
Champion Laboratories
Albion, IL
07.2019 - 02.2026
- Operated advanced manufacturing equipment to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored quality control standards, identifying and resolving defects in real-time.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to minimize downtime and extend lifespan.
- Performed routine equipment inspections, identifying issues early on and reducing the need for costly repairs later down the line.
Hog Farmer
Roosevelt Farms
Albion, IL
02.2016 - 07.2019
- Managed daily feeding and care routines for hogs, ensuring optimal health and growth.
- Implemented biosecurity measures to prevent disease outbreaks within livestock population.
- Developed efficient waste management practices, enhancing environmental sustainability on farm operations.
- Trained new staff on animal husbandry techniques and safety procedures to ensure compliance.
- Prioritized safety protocols throughout daily operations, minimizing risk factors associated with working on a hog farm.
- Enhanced feed efficiency with the utilization of proper feeding techniques and regular monitoring of weight gain.
- Implemented biosecurity measures to protect the herd from potential diseases or infections brought in by visitors or new animals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hinckley-Big Rock High School
Big Rock, ILSkills
- Training and mentoring
- Standard operating procedures
- Chemical handling
- Tool calibration
- Process control
Timeline
Fab Operator
Champion Laboratories
07.2019 - 02.2026
Hog Farmer
Roosevelt Farms
02.2016 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Hinckley-Big Rock High School