Candy Santillan
Opelousas,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented Manufacturing Professional experienced in operating equipment and performing quality inspections within fast-paced production environments. Delivered high productivity and efficiency through effective handling of heavy materials and strict adherence to cleanroom standards and safety protocols. Resourceful Remodeling Associate completed projects in carpentry, electrical installations, and plumbing repairs, showcasing strong time management and problem-solving skills while ensuring precise collaboration with team members and clients.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
1
1
Certificate
9
9
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Remodeling Associate
Walmart
Cassville, Missouri
07.2026 - Current
- Assisted customers with product selection and project planning for home renovations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of remodeling projects.
- Maintained inventory levels of remodeling supplies and tools for efficient workflow.
- Organized work areas to promote a clean and safe environment for all associates.
- Supported the setup of displays to showcase remodeling products effectively.
Manufacturing Associate I
Cepheid
Lodi, USA
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Set up and operated manufacturing equipment, optimizing production flow
- Performed inspections and verified product quality, reducing defects
- Followed documentation and standard operating procedures to maintain compliance
- Inspected and verified product quality, contributing to reduced defects
- Maintained cleanroom standards and practices, safeguarding product integrity
- Used tools such as microscopes, tweezers, and other hand-held tools to assemble components
- Lifted materials weighing up to 35 lbs to support production processes. and stood, bent, and twisted for 8-12 hour shifts to meet production demands
Production associate
Tesla
Fremont, USA
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Installed small parts to robots for car components including doors, windows, and hoods, ensuring precise assembly for quality assurance
- Transported over 50 lbs of car parts to facilitate production flow and achieve daily targets
- Prepared steel frames and body panels for compliance with company standards prior to painting department transfer
- Operated in a fast-paced, highly automated environment to maximize production efficiency
- Performed inline quality checks and regular machine maintenance to minimize downtime
Stocker
Amazon
Tracy, USA
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Stocked items to maintain inventory levels and support order fulfillment
- Collaborated with robots to enhance warehouse operations and improve productivity
- Scanned items to ensure accurate inventory tracking and minimize errors
- Lifted totes weighing over 50 lbs to support warehouse operations over 50 lbs to meet physical demands and maintain workflow
Package Handler
Kellogg
Tracy, USA
02.2018 - 10.2018
- Moved pallets to facilitate efficient shipping and receiving operations. to support shipping and receiving operations
- Packaged cereal to consistently achieve daily production quotas
- Labeled cereal to ensure accurate product identification and prevent shipping errors
- Picked up pallets to facilitate timely shipping and receiving operations
Education
High school diploma -
Weston High School
Stockton, CASkills
- Manufacturing knowledge
- Manufacturing
- Inventory management
- Warehouse experience
- Stocking
- Picking & packing
- Manual handling
- Heavy lifting
- OSHA compliance
- Food safety
- Time management
- Project planning
- Work ethicon skills
- Team work
- Customer service
- Food safety
- English
- Hand tools
- Food service
- Heavy lifting
- Project planning
Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Food Safety Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Remodeling Associate
Walmart
07.2026 - Current
Manufacturing Associate I
Cepheid
09.2024 - 05.2025
Production associate
Tesla
03.2024 - 08.2024
Stocker
Amazon
05.2019 - 08.2020
Package Handler
Kellogg
02.2018 - 10.2018
High school diploma -
Weston High School
Additional Information - Authorized To Work
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Intermediate
- American Sign Language, Fluent
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Intermediate
- American Sign Language, Fluent
Additional Information - Authorized To Work
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Intermediate
- American Sign Language, Fluent