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Francisco J. Bautista

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

Driven professional with extensive experience in pallet repair and nursery technology, notably at Kimber Pallets. Excelled in efficiency improvement and organizational abilities, enhancing operational workflows and safety. Demonstrated expertise in power tool operation and material handling, achieving significant waste reduction. Proven track record in fostering workplace safety and executing meticulous finished product inspections.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Pallet Repairer Technician

Kimber Pallets
01.2024 - Current
  • Prepared finished orders by pulling, packing, wrapping and securing products.
  • Utilized air hammers, drills and power tools to build pallets and crates.
  • Loaded products onto pallet.
  • Positioned battens, cardboard strips and metal strapping around bundles following written instructions.
  • Cut lumber to various sizes, using hand and dovetail saws.
  • Transferred loaded pallets onto delivery or storage areas.
  • Checked merchandise and supply deliveries for accuracy by verifying quantities received matched bills of lading.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspaces to uphold safety standards.
  • Manufactured wood pallets and crates with nail guns, table saws and chop saws.
  • Used nail claws to remove nails from incorrectly nailed pallets.
  • Informed supervisor of equipment malfunction quickly to minimize downtime.
  • Measured dimensions of bundles with ruler to cut battens to size with power saw.
  • Operated equipment controls console for sorting, transferring and stacking pallets.
  • Removed palletized bundles from conveyor to process with pneumatic hoist.
  • Transported items to delivery pallets using electric pallet jack.
  • Transported goods from racks, shelves and vehicles via forklift and pallet jack.
  • Arranged packages on pallet according to size and weight.
  • Inspected materials for quality before loading.
  • Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.
  • Suggested specialized fixtures, test equipment and procedures for failure analysis.
  • Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
  • Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.

Nursery Technician

Big Sun Farms
04.2019 - 11.2023
  • Aided manager in organizing plant sales, open houses and educational programs to promote nursery and provide educational opportunities for community.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery to identify and schedule repair and maintenance, managing wear and tear.
  • Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
  • Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
  • Transplanted seedlings and young plants to promote growth and prepare plants for sale or transfer to other locations.
  • Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks.
  • Planted bulbs, trees, bushes, and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
  • Water, pruned and groomed plants and trees to maintain health and attractiveness.
  • Mulched gardens, placed sod, and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
  • Assisted with operating tractors and forklifts to transport plants and soil and perform grading.
  • Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees, and grass.
  • Inspected plants to identify for signs of disease or infestation and address problems early.
  • Cultivated soil and added fertilizer, compost, and amendments.
  • Operated farming equipment to move goods safely from fields to collection points.
  • Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of trees, shrubs, and plants.
  • Evaluate harvesting conditions and identify obstacles.
  • Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
  • Transported and loaded harvested items into delivery trucks.
  • Used effective weed control methods, promoting plant growth.
  • Regulated watering and fertilizing to avoid waste while nurturing plants.
  • Purchased supplies such as seed, pesticides, and fertilizer.
  • Diagnosed and treated pest and disease problems in plants, shrubs and trees.

Skills

  • Loading and unloading
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Efficiency Improvement
  • Safety Procedures
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Stacking pallets
  • Waste Reduction
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Wood cutting
  • Stacking and Staging
  • Organizational abilities
  • Pallet Building and Wrapping
  • Machinery inspection
  • Material Handling Equipment
  • Hand-tool proficiency
  • Palletizer safety
  • Pressure Washers
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Measuring
  • Finished Product Inspection
  • Lift truck safety
  • Palletizer repair
  • Teardown machines
  • Heavy Lifting

Timeline

Pallet Repairer Technician

Kimber Pallets
01.2024 - Current

Nursery Technician

Big Sun Farms
04.2019 - 11.2023

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