Noah Kelley

40-hour work week

Conducted detailed quality-control reviews of warehouse inspection reports, inventory records, sampling documents, and compliance findings to ensure technical accuracy, completeness, and adherence to USDA policies and federal regulations. Verified data integrity, corrected discrepancies, and ensured all documentation met established formatting and clarity standards for official regulatory use.

Developed and updated portions of operational procedures and inspection methods used by warehouse examiners to ensure consistent application of USDA policies across facilities. Contributed to the refinement of automated inspection and reporting systems by documenting standardized workflows, improving data-entry processes, and ensuring uniform procedures were followed during the implementation of updated information systems.

Applied project-management principles during planning and execution of annual warehouse examination schedules, including defining inspection objectives, estimating resource needs, coordinating travel and workload, and tracking progress against performance goals. Prepared reports summarizing inspection results, regulatory trends, operational accomplishments, and identified risks to ensure agency leadership had accurate decision-making information.

Performed audits of inventory records, warehouse receipts, commodity grades, weights, and sampling procedures to verify accuracy and prevent fraud or misreporting.

Evaluated warehouse operations for structural integrity, sanitation, pest control, environmental compliance, safety risks, and overall operational readiness.

Reviewed financial statements, insurance documentation, bonding requirements, and operational reports to assess compliance with licensing and regulatory standards. Investigated discrepancies in warehouse documentation, reconciled inventory variances, and prepared detailed compliance reports outlining findings and corrective actions. Communicated regulatory requirements and best practices to warehouse operators, ensuring understanding of USDA standards and corrective-action procedures.

Prepared official inspection and audit reports, documented violations, and recommended enforcement actions or follow-up inspections when required. Utilized USDA electronic systems to document inspections, track licensing information, and maintain accurate and complete audit trails.

Collaborated with federal and state partners to protect the integrity of agricultural commodities and maintain market stability. Trained new inspectors on inspection methodology, audit procedures, regulatory interpretation, safety protocols, and reporting requirements.

40-hour work week

Performed continuous inspection of meat, poultry, and processed food products to ensure compliance with USDA federal food-safety regulations.

Examined carcasses, viscera, equipment, and processing operations for contamination, disease indicators, or adulteration. Verified HACCP systems, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP), and pathogen-reduction plans for regulatory compliance.

Documented non-compliance records (NRs), communicated findings to plant management, and verified corrective actions. Monitored production flow, facility sanitation, employee hygiene practices, and process control points.

Reviewed plant records, testing logs, and operational data to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with federal timelines. Collaborated with veterinarians, enforcement officers, and plant officials to resolve food-safety issues and ensure public health protection.

Maintained 100% regulatory compliance at assigned inspection stations with no major audit deficiencies.

Prevented unsafe food from entering commerce by identifying contamination hazards and initiating rapid corrective actions. Recognized for accuracy in inspection documentation and consistent adherence to regulatory procedure

Supervised daily warehouse operations for a high-volume distribution center handling filtration systems and mechanical parts, ensuring accurate receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and outbound logistics.

Directed a team of warehouse associates, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, coaching staff, and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards.

Managed inventory control activities including cycle counts, stock rotation, bin audits, reconciliation of discrepancies, and root-cause analysis of shrinkage or miscounts.

Oversaw shipping and receiving functions, ensuring proper documentation, inspection of incoming materials, and compliance with carrier requirements and customer specifications.

Maintained warehouse layout, material-handling workflows, equipment readiness, and optimized storage strategies to improve space utilization and product accessibility.

Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and equipment operation standards; conducted safety briefings and hazard assessments.

Coordinated logistics with suppliers, freight carriers, and internal departments to resolve shipping issues, prioritize urgent orders, and maintain fulfillment schedules.

Utilized warehouse management software (WMS/ERP) to track inventory, update records, generate reports, and monitor operational performance metrics.

Developed and updated standard operating procedures (SOPs) for picking, packing, receiving, quality checks, and inventory control processes.

Collaborated with quality and procurement teams to resolve product issues, inspect damaged goods, and document corrective action recommendations.