Gabriel Laguna Hernandez
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Hardworking and highly motivated operator. 15+ years of experience on the chemical manufacturing industry, believes in safety, quality, strong work ethic, excels in group settings or by myself, seeking for an employment opportunity to demonstrate my skills and add value to the company in general.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Processor III
Ascend Performance Materials
06.2013 - Current
- Completed quality assurance testing on goods and products.
- Filed paperwork according to standard operating procedures and entered data points into tracking system.
- Increased line efficiency and reduced accidents through 5S program implementation.
- Identified and helped resolve nonconforming product issues to support accurate order fulfillment.
- Adhered to safety procedures and protocols when using equipment and moving hazardous chemicals.
- Observed gauges, recording instruments and flowmeters to maintain specified conditions.
- Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations and viscosities.
- Operated fork trucks safely and reported process upsets, chemical releases and security events to appropriate departments.
- Made decisions and executed changes based on process data, quality checks and test results to keep products at target and within specifications.
- Operated equipment to transfer chemicals to and from storage tanks.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Processor 4
Ascend Performance Materials
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Adhered to safety procedures and protocols when using equipment and moving hazardous chemicals.
- Checked work areas to detect leaks and equipment malfunctions to promote safe operating conditions.
- Operated various machinery and equipment, including forklifts to perform chemical drumming operations.
- Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations and viscosities.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Server/Server/Restaurant Waiter
Chili's Restaurant
10.2009 - 06.2011
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
- Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
- Increased beverage sales with food and drink pairing suggestions to suit unique customer preferences.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Completed opening and closing checklists to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
Processor 4
Solutia/Ascend Performance Materials
10.2006 - 10.2009
- Operated various machinery and equipment, including forklifts to perform chemical drumming operations.
- Collected samples and documented information on experimental batches.
- Set up and managed polymer reaction batches.
- Performed safety inspections, immediately documenting non-compliance issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Escuela Superior Pavlo Avila
Camuy, Puerto Rico 05.1994
Skills
- Process Control
- Continuous Improvement
- Supplies and Materials Ordering
- Inventory Monitoring
- Multitasking and Organizing
- PPE Compliance
- Attention to Detail
- Production Documentation
- Safe Machine Operation
- Strong Work Ethic
- Punctual and Reliable
- Following Instructions
- Critical Thinking
- Reports Analysis
- Compliance Monitoring
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Materials Inspection
- Product Inspection
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Processor III
Ascend Performance Materials
06.2013 - Current
Processor 4
Ascend Performance Materials
08.2012 - 06.2013
Server/Server/Restaurant Waiter
Chili's Restaurant
10.2009 - 06.2011
Processor 4
Solutia/Ascend Performance Materials
10.2006 - 10.2009
High School Diploma -
Escuela Superior Pavlo Avila
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