Adrian Duarte

• Operate and monitor VTIS UHT processing systems (Tetra Pak) for production of plant-based milks, creamers, tea, and high-protein beverages
• Control critical process parameters including temperature (135–150°C), pressure, flow rates, and vacuum levels to ensure product safety and quality
• Perform system start-up, shutdown, and changeover procedures in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Execute Clean-In-Place (CIP) cycles, including caustic and acid washes, to maintain sanitary processing conditions
• Maintain aseptic processing conditions and coordinate with downstream filling operations
• Monitor equipment performance and identify deviations (e.g., temperature variation, vacuum instability), escalating or correcting issues as needed
• Record production data and ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards (HACCP, GMP)
• Assist in troubleshooting process issues to minimize downtime and product loss

• Operated forklifts, clamp trucks, and other material handling equipment to efficiently load, unload, and transport goods within the warehouse.
• Managed shipping and receiving operations, including preparing shipments, loading trucks, and completing accurate shipping documentation.
• Executed inventory control processes for raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods to maintain stock accuracy and availability.
• Coordinated product staging, palletizing, and movement to trailers, storage areas, and production lines to support supply chain flow.
• Processed purchase orders and managed material transfers between warehouse and production using SAP, ensuring timely order fulfillment.
• Allocated finished goods to customer orders and verified inventory levels prior to shipment to prevent delays.
• Investigated and resolved inventory discrepancies through cycle counts and system audits, improving overall inventory accuracy through FIFO.
• Verified inbound shipments by checking quantities, product codes, and expiration dates; accurately recorded data in warehouse systems.
• Prepared and processed bills of lading and other shipping documents in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Maintained a safe and organized warehouse environment by following OSHA and company safety protocols.
• Trained new team members on warehouse procedures, equipment operation, and safety standards to ensure consistent performance.

Machine Packaging Operator

• Managed diverse manual and automated equipment during production.
• Configured machinery to optimize operational efficiency.
• Ensured equipment operation and material replenishment.
• Ensured packaging line received necessary raw materials as per production timeline.
• Inspected for proper filling, sealing or damaged products
• Visually inspected production ran and documented results
• Diagnosed issues and informed appropriate teams.
• Upheld cleanliness standards for equipment and specific zones.

• Assembled ingredients using FIFO method, performed blend calculations, and handled partial ingredients properly.
• Operated forklift to transfer pre-weigh and essential materials to batching zone from staging area.
• Maintained adherence to formulation and mixing procedures to meet product quality standards.
• Followed QC/QA instructions to adjust batches and ensure product specifications were met.
• Conducted routine sanitation tasks for startup and shutdown in batching area.
• Upheld sanitation standards in batching area consistently.
• Operated and maintained reverse osmosis water treatment systems, ensuring optimal performance.
• Conducted CIP sanitation for batching lines, tanks, and equipment.
• Conducted audits of raw materials and bulk ingredient counts.
• Verified appropriate storage conditions for batching area ingredients.
• Monitored and implemented best practices for food safety and quality assurance.
• PepsiCo Distribution Center (2008-2010)
• Loaded/unloaded raw materials
  Received shipments of raw materials
  Pulled orders per customer needs
  Acquired samples of batch-lot