ALFREDO MENA
TERRA BELLA,United States
Summary
Machine operator with 8+ years of experience in materials handling and equipment maintenance, known for optimizing production processes and ensuring safety. Proficient in operating construction machinery and forklifts, with fluency in English and Spanish, fostering effective communication in diverse teams. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and mentoring new operators, driving continuous improvement and innovation in production environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
HALO
Delano, CA
09.2025 - 03.2026
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and meet quality standards.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues to minimize downtime and maintain efficiency.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and machinery operation procedures for seamless transitions.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes, enhancing overall productivity in manufacturing operations.
Silo Grounds/Production/General Labor
Aro Pistachio, Terra Bella
Terra Bella
08.2020 - 11.2024
- Transport heavy materials efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and safety.
- Maintain silo moisture levels, optimizing product quality and storage.
- Mentor new employees, enhancing team safety and operational skills.
- Notify supervisors of defects, contributing to improved equipment reliability.
- Load and unload materials, supporting production and storage operations.
Machine operator
Touchstone, Terrabella
Terrabella
08.2020 - 11.2024
- Operated machinery with precision, achieving optimal production levels and ensuring consistent quality in output.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to identify maintenance needs, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Monitored production metrics to detect trends, facilitating timely adjustments that led to measurable improvements in process performance.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and mentoring new operators on best practices.
- Executed precise machinery operations, driving consistent production quality and contributing to overall efficiency.
Production/General Labor
Setton Pistachio, Terra Bella
Terra Bella
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
- Cleared aisles, swept floors, and reorganized inventory to keep warehouse neat and remove obstacles.
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels, preparing shipment documents, and securing products on pallets.
- Palletized boxes for easy movement and shipment.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets, and tape.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to ensure safety compliance.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials, optimizing workflow processes.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
- Executed order picking operations utilizing headsets and scanners to ensure accurate product selection.
- Executed manual assembly of pallets, ensuring optimal stacking for stability and safety.
- Executed shrink-wrapping of completed pallets to safeguard against transport damage.
- Oversaw inventory control by monitoring product rotation date codes and ensuring precise inventory counts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Porterville High School
PortervilleSkills
- Materials handling
- Forklift driving
- Equipment maintenance
- Hand tool operations
- Wrapping and boxing
- Construction machinery operation
- Basic math skills
- Friendly and hardworking
- English/Spanish fluency
- Flexible work schedule
LANGUAGES
English
Spanish
Timeline
Machine Operator
HALO
09.2025 - 03.2026
Silo Grounds/Production/General Labor
Aro Pistachio, Terra Bella
08.2020 - 11.2024
Machine operator
Touchstone, Terrabella
08.2020 - 11.2024
Production/General Labor
Setton Pistachio, Terra Bella
08.2016 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Porterville High School