Adrian Santana
Castro Valley
Summary
Dedicated Quality Control Inspector with over 4 years of experience in quality assurance with proven skills in product inspection, safety compliance, and operational strategies. Strong in managing high-volume quality inspections, ensuring accuracy, and communicating with team collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Sprouts Farmer Market
Union City, CA
09.2021 - Current
- Inspected products for quality assurance and compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted regular audits of production processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot quality issues and implement solutions.
- Documented inspection findings and maintained accurate records in compliance with regulations and communicate with vendors team members.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Penske Logistics
Union City, CA
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Conducted inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring timely processing of incoming and outgoing goods.
- Assisted in training new operators on safe forklift operation and warehouse protocols.
Manager
Bronco Billy's Pizza Palace
Hayward, CA
08.2009 - 10.2020
- Led team in delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining high satisfaction levels.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in food preparation and safety compliance.
- Managed inventory control processes to minimize waste and optimize resource allocation.
- Coordinated special events, increasing venue utilization and customer engagement.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, driving menu adjustments for improved profitability.
- Oversaw adherence to health regulations, ensuring compliance across all operational areas.
- Managed and motivated 20-27 employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Enhanced product quality by instituting rigorous quality control procedures, resulting in fewer customer complaints.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Maintained a working schedule for 20-27 employees.
Skills
- Quality control
- Visual inspection
- Product inspection
- Visual inspections
- OSHA Forklift Certified 1/12/25-1/12/28
- Manager Premier Food Safety Certification 2026-2031
- Time and Temperature Control (TTC) protocols to help with banana and avocado ripening cycles to ensure optimal product quality and shelf-life from the Premier Food Safety Certification
- Utilized WMS to track inventory flow and ensure data integrity throughout the quality checkpoint process
- Managed high-volume quality inspections for up 18,000 units on my own, consistently meeting critical production deadlines without compromising accuracy
Certification
- Truck/Forklift Certification, OSHA - 1/12/2025-1/12/2028
- Manager Premier Food Safety Certification, Premier Food Safety - 1/31/2026-1/31/2031
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Sprouts Farmer Market
09.2021 - Current
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Penske Logistics
11.2020 - 09.2021
Manager
Bronco Billy's Pizza Palace
08.2009 - 10.2020