Edgar Arevalo
Lactalis US Yogurt
Maricopa,United States
11
years of professional experience
Seeking a role that provides opportunities for long-term professional growth. Experienced with machinery operation and maintenance. Attention to detail to ensure high-quality output. Knowledge of safety standards and teamwork to meet production goals efficiently. Knowledgeable in quality control measures and manufacturing quality standards. Demonstrated expertise in equipment operation and maintenance.
Work History
QA Lab Tech /Production Machine Operator
1 Year 2 Months- Monitored machine settings, adjusting temperature, pressure, and cycle times for product quality.
- Operated molding machines to produce parts to maintain consistent output.
- Performed routine equipment checks and report maintenance issues before production delays occurred.
- Followed safety procedures and lockout/tagout requirements during equipment operation.
- Coordinated with quality and production teams to resolve issues and improve workflow.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, maintaining safe handling practices throughout daily workflow.
- Inspected packages for accuracy, damage, and label compliance before shipment.
- Assembled product bundles according to packing specifications and order requirements.
- Performed microbiological and product quality testing on yogurt samples using established dairy laboratory methods.
- Verified pH, acidity, and viscosity results to ensure compliance with product specifications.
- Monitored sanitation, GMP, and HACCP requirements across production and laboratory operations.
QA Technician/Production Machine Operator
1 Year 6 Months- Calibrated lab instruments and maintained accurate records for traceability and audit readiness.
- Reviewed retain samples, batch documentation, and COAs to support release decisions.
- Prepared samples, following strict laboratory protocols and safety standards.
- Troubleshot machine issues promptly, minimizing disruptions to production schedules.
- Inspected finished parts for defects and removed nonconforming pieces from production flow.
- Maintained safe working environment by strictly following safety guidelines and procedures during machine operation.
QA Lab Technician
3 Months- Conducted microbiological and quality tests on dairy samples to verify product safety and specification compliance.
- Calibrated laboratory instruments and maintained analytical equipment for accurate, reliable testing results.
- Analyzed raw materials and finished products to verify compliance with quality specifications.
Production/Sanitation Technician
1 Year 6 Months- Sanitized syrup room equipment, lines, and utensils to meet GMP and food safety standards.
- Disassembled and reassembled production components for thorough cleaning and inspection.
- Troubleshot production issues promptly
QA Dept. Lab Tech / Production/Sanitation Worker
5 Years 4 Months- Trained in OSHA, FSMA, and SQF required skills for food manufacturing procedures, including lock out tags/chemical safety. Use of proper PPE. Operated several lines from collators to fillers, ensured they ran efficiently and safely; including weight and packaging accuracy and quality. Performed various tasks that helped meet and maintain standards for state federal health guidelines including CIP verifications and raw material tracking. Reviewed product for defects and flaws like low butterfat's low packaging adhesion and unwanted particles.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Works well under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
Machinery operation
Auditing and Laboratory testing
Bilingual (Spanish)
Shipping preparation
OSHA Certified
Sanitation and Production Specialist
Safety compliance
Testing and troubleshooting
Strong work ethic
Attention to detail
Timeline
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Lactalis US Yogurt
04.2025 - 06.2026Read More
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Lynwood High School
High School Diploma
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