Darien Howard
Rock Island
Summary
Experienced line lead with a demonstrated ability to oversee and optimize production processes. Skilled in coordinating team efforts, monitoring workflow, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Proactive problem solver with a focus on efficiency and productivity.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2008
2008
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Line Leader
J & J Snacks
Rock Island
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated daily production activities to meet operational targets and timelines.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine checks for safety compliance.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and efficient production techniques.
- Trained on the mixer on following product formulations and recipes.
- That you had to be able to document for inventory and quality purposes including the materials used, lot number and amounts used. 2. As a
- Trained as a depositor to use an HMI screen to make adjustments to weights and product placement.
- Documented quality weight checks.
- Trained new employees to make sure that they were compliant with all safety and quality standards, as well as having an understanding on all job expectations and responsibility.
- Was able to be a part of a new shift start-up on a brand-new line where I had to be able to change equipment over and set up depending on product being ran. as well as having worked with both metal detectors and x-Rays.
Operator
Kraft and Heinz
Davenport
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Operated production machinery to ensure efficient product output.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to maintenance teams.
- Conducted quality checks on products to maintain safety standards.
- Completed training to become the PPE compliance supervisor for the line.
- Ensured the product was secure before transportation.
Pit Boss
Warehouse Barbeque Co. & Brewhouse
Ottumwa
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Supervised daily operations of barbeque service and brewing processes.
- Managed staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.
- Trained new team members on food safety and service protocols.
- Maintained proper food sanitation and storage.
Line Cook and Sauté Chief
Appaloosa Rapids Resturant
Ottumwa
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Prepared ingredients for daily specials and menu items.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on procedures.
General Laborer
Trinity Structural Towers
Newborn
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Operated forklifts to transport materials and equipment safely on-site.
- Assisted in assembling wind turbine components with attention to detail.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas for efficiency.
- Completed tig weld and sub ark weld training.
Education
CPR
American Red Cross
03.2025 - 07.2025
Banning High School
Banning, CASkills
- Production coordination
- Equipment monitoring
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
Timeline
CPR
American Red Cross
03.2025 - 07.2025
Line Leader
J & J Snacks
07.2024 - Current
Operator
Kraft and Heinz
07.2019 - 07.2021
Pit Boss
Warehouse Barbeque Co. & Brewhouse
07.2017 - 07.2019
Line Cook and Sauté Chief
Appaloosa Rapids Resturant
07.2017 - 07.2019
General Laborer
Trinity Structural Towers
07.2015 - 07.2017
Banning High School