Edward Torres
Machine operator
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Seeking challenging and rewarding assignments with an organization of high repute where I can get the opportunity to learn and grow and where I can positively contribute towards taking the company to the next level. I am keen to employ my knowledge and experience to enhance the company and adding value to its operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator
SAMSILL CORPORATION
Fort Worth, TX
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Efficiently unloaded and inspected incoming materials, ensuring accuracy and quality control
- Performed routine inspections on machines to ensure proper functioning and made necessary adjustments or repairs as needed
- Followed blueprints, work orders, or other specifications to set up machines for production runs
- Monitored machine operations during production to detect any issues or malfunctions and took corrective actions promptly
- Maintained accurate records of production output, downtime, and quality control checks
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot problems and optimize machine performance
- Implemented safety protocols and followed all company policies to maintain a safe working environment
- Ensured that products met quality standards by conducting regular inspections
- Identified opportunities for process improvement and suggested solutions to enhance productivity or reduce waste
- Optimized machine settings based on product requirements to achieve desired results efficiently
- Troubleshot mechanical issues by analyzing symptoms, diagnosing root causes, and implementing appropriate solutions
- Maintained inventory levels of raw materials or supplies required for machine operation
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives by providing feedback on operational processes
- Maintained a clean work area by organizing tools, materials, and equipment after each shift
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when inspecting finished products for defects or irregularities
Material Handler
K&N Filters Lonestar staffing
Grand Prairie, TX
02.2022 - 06.2022
- As a Material Handler I pulled and verifies materials and supplies on production orders.
- I was responsible for sorting, loading, unloading, and material handling of shipments.
- Moves material with speed and accuracy according to established procedures to meet deadlines for business necessity.
Machine Operator
Ricos Products
Grand Prairie, TX
03.2019 - 05.2019
- Contacted to come in and assist in their corn chip department to get caught on orders.
Machine Operator/Material Handler
Edward Torres Contractor
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
11.2016 - 12.2018
- Assessed and trained employees.
- Determined company's errors in their manufacturing process and help to correct them.
- Assist in increasing product production to meet weekly goals.
- Clean, oil, and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment, such as setting valves or setting guides.
- Adjust machine components and machine tension and pressure according to the size or processing angle of the product.
- Use forklift to retrieve supplies needs to maintain a steady work flow on all products lines on my team.
Manufacturing Associate
Paragon Furniture
Arlington, TX
06.2014 - 09.2014
- T-mold: Put on varies types of trim mold on desk and table tops and finish the final assembly of all furniture according told her the work orders specified by the customers and readied for shipping.
Machine Operator
Rudy's Tortillas
Dallas, TX
10.2012 - 07.2013
- Operate and control oven, set temperature, pressure, and time controls, and start conveyors, machines, or pumps.
- Read work orders, recipes, or formulas to determine cooking times and temperatures, and ingredient specifications.
- Collect and examine product samples during production to test them for quality, color, content, consistency, viscosity or acidity.
Filler Machine
Buzzball Inc
Carrollton, TX
04.2012 - 10.2012
- Monitor the production line, observe machine operations, inspect and remove defective products, count and record finished and rejected packaged items.
- Screen Printing Machine Operator: Gathering supplies, setting up printing press and operating machine for quality assurance.
- Order Puller: Read orders to ascertain catalog numbers, sizes, colors, and quantities of merchandise.
- Obtain merchandise from bins or shelves.
- Compute prices of items or groups of items.
- Complete order receipts.
- Keep records of outgoing orders.
Production Worker
Automation Personal Services
Dallas, TX
11.2011 - 04.2012
- Worked all aspects on a stand still assembly line building Axles for 18-wheelers, Forklift experience, Order pulling, Inventory, Computer input and all around warehouse work.
Sub-Crew Lead
WIS Inventory
Richardson, TX
06.2009 - 09.2011
- Overseeing all aspects of an inventory computer work, set up terminals, oversee an inventory team.
Laborer
Paradise Landscaping
Grand Prairie, TX
02.2008 - 05.2008
- Team work, customer service, landscape design and maintenance.
Education
Safety inspector in Construction -
Dallas college
Dallas, TXHigh school -
Grand Prairie SER
Grand Prairie, TXSkills
- Manufacturing
- Packaging
- Load & unload
- Warehouse management system
- Mechanical knowledge
- Warehouse experience
- Pallet jack
- Heavy lifting
- Cherry picker
- Machine Operator
- Computer skills
- Distribution center
- Customer service
- Calipers
- Order picker
- Assembly
- Quality assurance
- Communication skills
- Order fulfillment
- Supervising experience
- Micrometer
- Hand tools
- Forklift
- Blueprint Reading
- RF scanner
- Order Picking
- Materials handling
- Lean manufacturing
- Quality control
- Shipping & receiving
- Organizational skills
- Reach truck
- Equipment maintenance
- Production scheduling
- Electrical
- Rig-up procedures
- Welding techniques
- Supply chain distribution
- ISO 9001:2015
- Tooling selection
- Manual machining
- CAM software
- Polishing work
Certification
- OSHA 30, 04/01/24, Present, OSHA 30 Construction Training is a comprehensive and advanced level of safety education for those involved in the construction industry. It equips participants with the knowledge and skills to manage risks, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of safety.
- NCCER Certification, 04/01/24, Present, This course provides individuals an overview to the various fields of basic safety, introduction to construction math, hand tools, power tools, construction drawings, basic rigging, basic communication skills, basic employability skill and materials handling.
- Power Industrial Truck, 05/01/24, 05/31/27, Safety: How to prevent accidents through safety practices, including operating instructions, warnings, and precautions.
- Pallet Jack Certification
- Forklift Certification
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Work Type
Full TimeTimeline
Machine Operator
SAMSILL CORPORATION
06.2024 - 04.2025
Material Handler
K&N Filters Lonestar staffing
02.2022 - 06.2022
Machine Operator
Ricos Products
03.2019 - 05.2019
Machine Operator/Material Handler
Edward Torres Contractor
11.2016 - 12.2018
Manufacturing Associate
Paragon Furniture
06.2014 - 09.2014
Machine Operator
Rudy's Tortillas
10.2012 - 07.2013
Filler Machine
Buzzball Inc
04.2012 - 10.2012
Production Worker
Automation Personal Services
11.2011 - 04.2012
Sub-Crew Lead
WIS Inventory
06.2009 - 09.2011
Laborer
Paradise Landscaping
02.2008 - 05.2008
Safety inspector in Construction -
Dallas college
High school -
Grand Prairie SER
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