Christopher Polanco
Crowley,TX
Summary
Reliable Machine Operator with work history of good performance in fast-paced production
environments. Knowledgeable in quality control measures and manufacturing quality standards.
Demonstrated expertise in equipment operation and maintenance. Seasoned Machine Operator
offering experience in high-volume assembly line production. Dedicated to inspection with
commitment to follow-through and preventive maintenance. Knowledgeable in use of equipment and
tools.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
PMO
Shearer's Foods, LLC
Fort Worth, TX
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Made weigh hopper adjustment as well as formers and chip chutes depending on chip size and product
- Fix and make any corrections on GUACPS and baggers to keep
- Lines running as efficiently as possible
- Monitor up to 6 lines verifying code dates bag weights chip condition and proper seals to ensure chips made it to customers crisp
Compounder A /Machine Operator
Golden State Foods
Burleson, TX
06.2019 - 10.2022
- Moved heavy equipment and assembled hoisting equipment, cables, pulleys and hooks
- Communicated with clients regarding complex job orders to maximize clarity and work instructions
- Returned raw materials to inventory with correct quantity and information listed on containers
- Operated mixers, scales, meters, pumps, forklifts safely and according to industry standards
- Submitted finished product samples to laboratory for approval
- Loaded raw ingredients into processing equipment accurately according to recipe instructions
- Accurately measured and blended materials according to specifications
- Completed large-batch blending by measuring out materials and using industrial-sized mixers to distribute materials evenly
- Operated blending and other machinery safely and in conformance with manufacturer instructions
- Unloaded completed mixtures into containers for further processing
- Weighed out materials carefully and followed label requirements for each package
- Monitored production equipment and mixers for efficient and safe operation.
Sr, Mixer/ Packag Technicain/Sanitation Technician
Ventura Foods
Saginaw, TX
09.2013 - 06.2019
- Mixed required chemicals according to procedures to form cleaning solutions, completing chemical concentration monitoring as described in procedural manual
- Completed accurate inventory counts and kept equipment and chemical storage areas clean and tidy, following policies in storing chemicals and safety equipment properly
- Replaced trash bags in garbage disposal units and collected recyclable materials from receptacles, removing full bags to designated disposal areas
- Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material
- Cleaned certain pieces daily and maintained weekly, monthly and semi-annual procedures for less critical lines
- Collected, sorted and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas
- Employed power equipment and hand tools in cleaning and general maintenance
- Swept, mopped, and sanitized facility
- Disassembled production lines fully to avoid equipment breakdown
- Washed down facility walls, floors and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers
- Reassembled production lines efficiently to restore production with minimal downtime
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards
- Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
Sanitation Technician
Voith Industrial Services
Arlington, TX
07.2010 - 01.2012
- Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material
- 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
- Completed accurate inventory counts and kept equipment and chemical storage areas clean and tidy, following policies in storing chemicals and safety equipment properly
- Replaced trash bags in garbage disposal units and collected recyclable materials from receptacles, removing full bags to designated disposal areas
- Collected, sorted and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards
- Washed down facility walls, floors and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers
- Maintained spotless restrooms and break rooms with detail-oriented approach and consistent attention
- Attended to building parking lots and grounds each day to keep outside areas clean and neat
- Employed power equipment and hand tools in cleaning and general maintenance
- Swept, mopped, and sanitized facility
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors
- Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
Laborer
Aerotek Staffing Agency
North Richland Hills, TX
06.2010 - 07.2010
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment
- Operated equipment such as fork trucks and skidders
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies
- Prepared and cleaned surfaces for rebuilding purposes by removing damaged tiles, bricks and mortar
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers
- Managed loading and unloading of routine shipments, maintaining organized and secure materials to minimize damage
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency
- Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and general public.
Laborer
Able Body Construction
Fort Worth, TX
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment
- Operated equipment such as fork trucks and skidders
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers
- Managed loading and unloading of routine shipments, maintaining organized and secure materials to minimize damage
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Western Hills High School
June 2008
Skills
- Line Work
- Manufacturing
- Wrapping and Boxing
- Completing Examinations
- Production Documentation
- Handheld Scanners
- Hose Connections
- Machine Maintenance
- Root Cause Analysis Participation
- Compliance with GMPs
- Attention to Detail
- Banding Tools Operation
- Productivity Logs
- Reading and Determining Measurements
- Workstation Equipment Monitoring
- Knowledge of Production Processes
- Machine Setup and Shutdown
- Regulatory Compliance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Machinery Operation
- Good Communication
- Production Equipment Experience
- Safety Standards Compliance
- Hand and Power Tools
- Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation
- Component Installations
- Safe Machine Operation
- Teamwork and Communication
- Replacing Hoses
- Defect Identification
- Machining and Production Standards
- Quality Control
- Computer Skills
- Quality Inspections and Reporting
- Basic Math
- Safety
- Raw Material Loading
- Waste Reduction
- Equipment Monitoring
- Visual Inspections
- Lockout and Tagout Processes
- Manufacturing facility
- Cooking
- HACCP
- Quality control
- Forklift
- Laboratory experience
- Construction
- Clerical experience
- Math
Timeline
PMO
Shearer's Foods, LLC
09.2023 - 04.2024
Compounder A /Machine Operator
Golden State Foods
06.2019 - 10.2022
Sr, Mixer/ Packag Technicain/Sanitation Technician
Ventura Foods
09.2013 - 06.2019
Sanitation Technician
Voith Industrial Services
07.2010 - 01.2012
Laborer
Aerotek Staffing Agency
06.2010 - 07.2010
Laborer
Able Body Construction
06.2008 - 06.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Western Hills High School
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