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Alexander Zajdel

Mix Technician
Depew,United States

Summary

Experienced Mix Technician with over 15 years of experience in Dairy Manufacturing Industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.


Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of a team. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


Enthusiastic Sanitation Technician (Tank Washer) eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of CIP systems and training in SQF facility. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Dairy Manufacturing.


Diligent and reliable worker with a willingness to learn and accomplish new tasks.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Mix Technician

Perry's Ice Cream
Akron, NY
05.2018 - Current
  • Performed complex batching, processing clean-up and all phases of mix-room operation in accordance with company standards and State and Federal regulations.
  • Support the production of safe, high quality products Safe Quality Foods (SQF) and team member safety.
  • Determined maintenance requirements and assigned repairs to qualified employees.
  • Executed diagnostics, troubleshooting and evaluations on High Temperature Short Time (HTST) equipment.
  • Applied strong mathematical knowledge and used various math applications.
  • Able to lift 50 lbs for batching along with the ability to push pull climb and bend.
  • Leveraged knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques to maximize effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
  • Demonstrated the knowledge of Perry's Critical Control Point (CCP) which included running the HTST pasteurizer.
  • Worked with multiple chemicals such as caustics and acids while washing the HTST as well as using the Clean in Place (CIP) systems to wash all mix room vessels.
  • Tear down equipment including pumps and wash parts in Clean-Out-of-Place (COP) tanks
  • Followed all company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Material Warehouse Worker

Perry's Ice Cream
Akron, NY
05.2016 - 05.2018
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Responsible for proper warehousing of raw materials to support the manufacturing process
  • Support the recycling and disposal of corrugated waste and garbage generated through daily production
  • Review the Bill of Materials (BOM) to ensure they are accurate and complete when supporting the manufacturing floor
  • Dedicated to the Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety and Morale (QCDSM) process, adhered to the Safe Quality Food guidelines, and supported the production of safe, high quality products and team member safety.


Sanitation Technician

Perry's Ice Cream
Akron, NY
02.2013 - 05.2016


  • Mixed required chemicals according to procedures to form cleaning solutions, completing chemical concentration monitoring as described in procedural manual.
  • Cleaned certain pieces daily and maintained weekly, monthly and semi-annual procedures for less critical lines.
  • Responsible for cleaning of all production equipment and set up the same equipment for next days production run in accordance with company standards
  • Support the production of safe, high quality products and team member safety
  • Work with chemicals (various concentrations of caustics and acids) drainage systems, and confined spaces in a wet and humid environment at times. Use in CIP tank washing system as well.
  • Tolerance of variable work environment with temperatures ranging from 40 to 90 degrees F.
  • Ability to lift up to 60 lbs, push, pull, climb, squat, and bend frequently throughout the shift.
  • Perform reading and understanding and analyzing of charts.

Distribution Worker

Perry's Ice Cream
Akron, NY
04.2005 - 05.2010


  • Completed daily cycle counts and assisted with monthly audits.
  • Checked shipments against paperwork and signed documents.
  • Coordinated storage locations and product movements.
  • Picked orders, scanned products and packed boxes.
  • Managed and maintained warehouse to comply with company policies and federal regulations.
  • Facilitated receiving and shipping and loading and unloading of goods, transferring products to designated storage sites.
  • Processed and restocked returns.
  • Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
  • Perform all functions in the Distribution Warehouse including loading, checking, lift/jack movement, housekeeping, inventory checks, and Quality Control related procedures.
  • Work in a frozen warehouse with primary duty being a certified lift operator.

Education

High School Diploma -

Depew High School
Depew, NY
09.1997 - 06.2001

Skills

OSHA-certified forklift operator

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Timeline

Mix Technician

Perry's Ice Cream
05.2018 - Current

Material Warehouse Worker

Perry's Ice Cream
05.2016 - 05.2018

Sanitation Technician

Perry's Ice Cream
02.2013 - 05.2016

Distribution Worker

Perry's Ice Cream
04.2005 - 05.2010

High School Diploma -

Depew High School
09.1997 - 06.2001
Alexander ZajdelMix Technician