Gabriel Salinas
MERIDIAN,ID
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in training program development and assessment. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify training needs and drive employee performance. Expertise in decision-making, safety and quality assurance, committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Performance Based Trainer
Darigold Inc
01.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance employee skills and productivity.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions for new hires, ensuring understanding of company policies and procedures.
- Assessed training effectiveness through feedback and performance evaluations, 30-60-90 day reviews.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify training needs and develop plan to follow.
- Developed training programs, SOP's and OPL's to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
- Used my subject matter expertise to create accurate training content and relevance.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Evaluated training needs through assessments and performance metrics from 30-60-90 day reviews.
- Scheduled employee reviews with supervisors and participated when requested.
- Served as a liaison between technical experts and product development to ensure alignment on new projects and also new product trials.
- Served as go-to expert for resolving technical challenges, enabling smoother project progression.
- Analyzed trends and troubleshooted systems during downtime.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Control Room Operator
Darigold Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Operated an HTST and UP Pasteurizer.
- Followed all quality and safety standards.
- Performed proper CIP's of pasteurizers, pasteurized tanks and transfer lines.
- Monitored and controlled production processes, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Operated advanced control systems, maintaining equipment functionality and minimizing downtime.
- Coordinated with maintenance teams to schedule repairs and routine checks, ensuring equipment reliability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and resolve technical issues.
- Managed crisis situations calmly under pressure, collaborating with team members to resolve problems quickly while minimizing potential impacts on operations and quality.
- Ensured smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining clear communication lines with colleagues and providing comprehensive briefings on relevant issues.
- Reported complex issues and conditions to management for specialized diagnosis and repair.
- Inspected plant activities on screens and computers to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Increased plant performance by continually refining operating procedures based on real-time data analysis.
- Performed equipment inspections and timely performance of preventative maintenance tasks.
- Operated HMI controls to regulate and maintain proper steam temperature and pressure.
- Tracked timeline schedule changes, monitored tank inventories, meter counts, line pressures and temperatures to maintain line efficiency.
- Examined and adjusted valves, pumps and other equipment to verify proper functioning.
- Tested water and condensate to check safety and compliance with regulations.
- Kept plant areas clean and ready for inspections to maintain high audit and compliance scores.
Lead Mix-Maker
Darigold Inc.
10.2014 - 01.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing batches.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Operated Separator and RO.
- Completed PM's on various types of valves.
Filler Machine Operator
Darigold Inc.
09.2012 - 10.2014
- Operated filler machines to ensure efficient production flow and product consistency.
- Monitored machine performance, identifying issues and implementing immediate corrective actions.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and machine operation procedures to promote safe work practices.
- Performed 30 minute and hourly quality testing.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues, contributing to a decrease in overall machine downtime.
- Achieved consistent product quality by monitoring weights, seals, and caps during the filling process.
- Regulated machine flow, speed and temperature and stopped and reset machine to address malfunctions.
Project Manager
Steelhead Construction LLC
05.2005 - 07.2010
- Led projects from start to finish.
Education
No Degree - Athletic Training And Sports Science
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID12.2004
High School Diploma -
Mountain Home High School
Mountain Home, ID05-2002
Skills
- New hire training
- Planning and coordination
- Creative problem solving
- Subject matter expertise in HTST and UP pasteurizers, Separators, RO's, Batcher System, Process Flow
- Proficient in Excel, Word and Powerpoint
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Quality assurance
- Forklift/Pallet Jack Certified
- Continuous Improvement
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Training program development
Certification
- Pasteurizer Training
- Confined Space Training
- Fall Protection Training
- LOTO Training
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Performance Based Trainer
Darigold Inc
01.2022 - Current
Control Room Operator
Darigold Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2022
Lead Mix-Maker
Darigold Inc.
10.2014 - 01.2018
Filler Machine Operator
Darigold Inc.
09.2012 - 10.2014
Project Manager
Steelhead Construction LLC
05.2005 - 07.2010
No Degree - Athletic Training And Sports Science
University of Idaho
High School Diploma -
Mountain Home High School