Carlos Rojas
Modesto,CA
Summary
Hardworking machine operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality products. Comfortable working alone or with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to tackling maintenance and inspection tasks. Dependable Production Worker proficient in assembly line work. Effective at keeping areas clean and neat to avoid delays. Bringing many years of related experience, including measuring and cutting materials, operating equipment, and following work instructions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Chep Usa
Modesto
03.2021 - 08.2024
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
Groundskeeper/Gardener
Generation Growers
Modesto
02.2016 - 02.2021
- Swept and raked leaves, debris and other materials from grounds;.
- Inspected lawns for weeds, pests or other signs of damage;.
- Trimmed trees, shrubs and hedges using hand tools such as shears and pruners;.
- Watered plants, flowers and turf to maintain healthy growth;.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to regulations;.
- Operated mowers, tractors and other equipment in a safe manner;.
- Repaired irrigation systems including valves, sprinklers and pipes;.
- Collected litter from the grounds on a regular basis;.
- Mulched flower beds to retain moisture levels in the soil;.
- Assisted with landscaping projects such as laying sod or planting trees;.
- Built retaining walls or fences when necessary for safety purposes;.
- Cleaned gutters to ensure proper drainage of water away from buildings ;.
- Dug trenches for installing new electrical cables or water lines ;.
- Removed hazardous objects from the grounds such as broken glass ;.
- Provided support during special events held at the premises.
- Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
- Mowed lawns and trimmed grass around sidewalks, flower beds and walls.
- Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
- Lifted and removed fallen or damaged branches using hand and power tools.
- Moved leaves and grass clippings using leaf blower.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Transported mulch, soil and sand using shovel and rake.
- Operated a variety of power and hand tools in the maintenance of green spaces.
- Conducted daily litter removal across grounds to maintain a clean environment.
- Assisted with the setup and breakdown of outdoor events, ensuring grounds were prepared and restored.
- Coordinated with external contractors for specialized maintenance projects.
- Enforced grounds policies and regulations, ensuring a safe environment for visitors.
- Monitored health of plants and trees, treating issues such as pests or disease to prevent spread.
- Performed seasonal landscaping tasks including planting flowers, bushes, and trees.
- Educated staff and visitors on environmental conservation practices within the grounds.
- Managed waste and composting programs to support sustainability efforts.
- Performed soil cultivation, digging, mulching, and watering as needed.
- Tracked and reported on grounds maintenance activities and expenses.
- Maintained lawn areas using mowers, trimmers, and edgers to ensure neat appearance.
- Applied fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides following safety and environmental protocols.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Set support stakes and attached wires from planted trees.
- Monitored the health of plants in order to identify any problems with pests or diseases.
- Applied weed control treatments as necessary.
- Performed regular pruning and trimming of hedges, bushes, shrubs, trees and other vegetation.
- Collected leaves, weeds and debris from the garden area for disposal or composting purposes.
- Transplanted seedlings into larger pots or containers when needed.
- Assisted in the installation of hardscaping materials such as pavers, stepping stones, retaining walls.
- Weeded beds by hand or with a hoe and rake to remove unwanted plant species from the garden.
- Fertilized, cultivated, and weeded soil to deliver steady supply of nutrients to plants.
Cheese Production
Don Francisco Cheese
Modesto, CA
05.2014 - 09.2015
- Conducted technical inspections of production equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Provided accurate information about cheese ingredients, nutritional value, price points.
- Provided feedback to management regarding production goals, process improvements and efficiency gains.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks on production machinery and equipment.
- Produced cheese by shovels in large containers.
- Packaged cheese, compressed cheese and sanitized machinery afterwards.
- Prepare cheese cloth for proper packaging.
- Sequenced items before use in production.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all materials used in production process.
Grocery Bagger
Cost Less
Modesto, CA
06.2009 - 10.2010
- Greeted customers and provided assistance with bagging groceries.
- Verified that prices on items matched those on display tags or computer screens.
- Organized bags neatly in shopping carts for easy transport from store to car.
- Provided excellent customer service including answering questions about products or services offered in the store.
- Offered carry out services to customers when needed, loading purchased items into their cars safely and securely.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift by sweeping floors, wiping down counters, and disposing of trash properly.
- Checked expiration dates on perishables such as milk, eggs., removing outdated items from shelves.
- Collaborated with other grocery baggers to ensure efficient checkout process during busy times.
- Completed end-of-shift paperwork accurately before clocking out for the day.
- Retrieved carts from returns and parking lot.
- Assisted customers with getting groceries loaded in vehicles.
- Cleaned up spills, collected trash and swept and mopped floors.
- Checked prices and pulled product for customers.
- Compressed cardboard boxes and compiled them into "bale."
Education
GED -
Cambridge Academy
Modesto05-2019
Skills
- Equipment monitoring
- Quality Control
- Preventive Maintenance
- Machinery Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Workload Management
- Chemical Preparation and Mixing
- Planting flowers and trees
- Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
- Grounds Maintenance
Accomplishments
- I've been employee of the month multiple times at CHEP
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Machine Operator
Chep Usa
03.2021 - 08.2024
Groundskeeper/Gardener
Generation Growers
02.2016 - 02.2021
Cheese Production
Don Francisco Cheese
05.2014 - 09.2015
Grocery Bagger
Cost Less
06.2009 - 10.2010
GED -
Cambridge Academy
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