Bridgshe' Freeman

Experience

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  Jackson State University

  Feb 2009 - May 2010

  Operate a multi-line telephone systemAssist students with financial aid inquiriesMaintain and update filesPerform additional administrative duties as assigned Center for Bionformatics and Computational Biology

  • Jackson State Financial Aid Work Study Assistant

    Oct 2007 - May 2010

  • Researcher

    Feb 2009 - Apr 2009
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  Institute of Epidemiology and Health Services Research

  May 2009 - Aug 2009

  Intern

  Conducted research on the causes of health disparities Completed an extensive literature reviewAcquired knowledge of the SPSS databaseAssembled community outreach events

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  Institute of Epidemiology and Health Services Research

  Jun 2010 - Aug 2010

  Research Assistant

  Compiled a database of conference participants Designed and implemented efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorshipsOrganized registration of event participantsArranged the availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation, displays, and other event needs.

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  University of Tennessee

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  Managed front desk and greeted members as they entered the facility.Assisted personal trainers in logging maintenance done to each piece of gym equipment.Responsible for making sure that all equipment is being used properly and safely by all gym members.Responsible for introducing new members to the equipment and answering any questions on equipment use.Responsible for collecting towels and other laundry and getting the laundry done as quickly as possible. Conducted labs to evaluate the processing procedure of foods.Informed students on the various effects of preservation techniques on the quality and safety of food products.Demonstrated equipment used in processing, packaging, and distributions of foods.

  • Administrative Assistant for Tennessee Recreational Center for Students (TRECS)

    Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  • Teaching Assistant for Food Preservation and Packaging

    Jan 2011 - Dec 2012
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  Tyson Foods

  Feb 2013 - Aug 2023

  Assess the real system, identify, reduce and control exposure, identify barriers to safety improvement in a way that builds trust with their Team Members.Assess current health of the We Care Process through quarterly assessments and provide success and guidance feedback to the site leaders and leadership team.Review what progress is being made in helping leaders be more effective safety leaders; leaders who control exposure for self and others in a way that builds trust and strengthens the culture.Discuss what site observations suggest that the culture is evolving in support of safety excellence. Show less Provides direction and leadership to improve the operations management processEnsures safe, predictable manufacturing processes and reliabilityTeaches staff members the principles of effective work planning (QM, Receiving, Shipping, Inventory functions, Process Orders), oversee the Enterprise Inventory Management (EIM) implementation throughout the plant, and continuous improvement opportunities as well as ensuring sustainment after implementationWorks closely with key business leaders and users to implement and influence strategic objectives and support current functionalityProvides documentation and analysis of manufacturing processes, including process standardization and changeReview and update test cases, execute assigned test cases within prescribed timeline, record testing results, create defects as needed, track and retest resolved defects Show less Duties included performing the reconciliation of daily/weekly inventory balances, enforcing inventory policies, identifying systematic and operational opportunities, analyzing issues to identify the root cause, and leveraging information to achieve results. Worked closely with the Inventory Control team, various system testing teams, EDI teams, Outside Warehousing, Transportation, FSQA, Contract Manufacturing, Cost Accounting, Sales/Marketing, and others as opportunities arose. The ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement, systematic/operational design, and to develop strong relationships were imperative to the success of this position. Show less Manage team of more than 40 employees of second shift production in marination area.Performs the human relations functions such as training, retaining, and counseling on personal and professional problems.Monitors /report on key quality measures; recommend corrective actions.Provide training / coaching to associates to enable delivery of results in a continuous process improvement environment.Focus on facilitating the creation of quality products to meet customers’ expectations and achieve company goals. Show less Observed and learned how to ensure the area is running and producing at the greatest capacity possible while maintaining high quality.Liaise with all government agencies including FDA, USDA, State and Local Health Departments to stay up to date on all regulatory compliance requirements to protect the brand.Manage product recall program, allergen control and food safety related customer complaints.Participated in an extensive 9 weeks training program that focused on classroom knowledge & hands-on training in the areas of Business Acumen, Leadership, Supervisory Skills, Live Poultry Production, Production Management, Processing/Manufacturing, and Community Relations. Show less

  • Senior Manager Exposure Reduction Coach

    Jan 2021 - Aug 2023

  • Senior Specialist Enterprise Inventory Management & Testing

    Nov 2015 - Jan 2021

  • Inventory Control Specialist

    May 2019 - Oct 2019

  • Processing Supervisor

    Sept 2013 - Nov 2015

  • Operations Associate

    Feb 2013 - Sept 2013
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  Tyson Foods

  Jun 2024 - now

  Continuous Improvement Deployment Manager

  I lead and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives across the organization, deploying standardized Tyson Lean MOS processes enterprise-wide. My responsibilities include developing necessary documentation, ensuring effective program deployment, and providing coaching and development to plant personnel and peers. I monitor and measure process improvements, publish weekly reports on milestones and financial impacts, and mentor plant Lean Leaders. I also teach Smart Factory tools, execute Lean tools within manufacturing, and act as a catalyst for change management.By collaborating with cross-functional teams, I drive continuous improvement initiatives, implement change management methodologies, and utilize data-driven insights to optimize processes, increase efficiencies, and reduce costs. My role involves analyzing KPIs, developing strategies, and identifying best practices for deployment across the enterprise. Show less