Jacob De Leon
Austin,TX
Summary
Fermentation and Production Specialist experienced in manufacturing operations, quality assurance, and safety management. Achieved consistent product quality and efficient workflows through precision measurement, process improvement, and team collaboration. Focused on delivering reliable production support and maintaining GMP compliance in fast-paced environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Fermentation/Production Specialist
Wild Pack Beverage
05.2024 - 08.2026
- Adjusted production equipment settings to support efficient changeovers and accurate fills.
- Monitored bottling and canning lines to maintain consistent product flow and packaging quality.
- Inspected finished beverage cases for label placement, seal integrity, and defect removal.
- Documented batch information and production activity to support traceability and compliance.
- Followed GMP and sanitation procedures to maintain clean, safe production conditions.
- Weighed out and measured ingredients with a high level of accuracy to produce exact blends.
Fermentation Manager
Austin Eastciders
08.2015 - 05.2024
- Led daily operations to maintain production flow and team accountability.
- Reviewed quality checks to support consistent flavor, carbonation, and product standards.
- Coordinated inventory controls for cider ingredients, packaging, and finished goods.
- Scheduled staff coverage to align labor needs with production demands.
- Trained staff on equipment use, process steps, and operational procedures.
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
03.2006 - 06.2015
- Built strong customer relationships through attentive service and product knowledge.
- Delivered personalized styling guidance to customers, strengthening loyalty and repeat business.
- Processed POS transactions accurately, including returns, exchanges, and gift card purchases.
- Maintained organized merchandise presentation, fitting room readiness, and floor replenishment.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Provided exceptional service and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
William B Travis High School
Austin, TX05-2002
Skills
- Process validation
- Manufacturing operations
- Process improvement
- Quality assurance standards
- Quality inspections
- Production scheduling
- Batch production
- Machine setups
- Machine operation
- Product assembly
- Product packaging
- Safety management
- OSHA compliance
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Electrical safety
- Precision measurement
- Forklift certification
- Team collaboration
- Cross-training
- Attention to detail
- Priority management
- Supply organization
- Teamwork and communication
- Supply organization
Timeline
Fermentation/Production Specialist
Wild Pack Beverage
05.2024 - 08.2026
Fermentation Manager
Austin Eastciders
08.2015 - 05.2024
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
03.2006 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
William B Travis High School