Jakob Gonzales

Work History

O-BASF

Lubbock, Texas

08.2024 - Current

Operating and monitoring the fuzzy seed equipment, including the delinter, dryer, separator, and bagger.
Ensuring the quality and quantity of the fuzzy seeds meet the specifications and standards.
Following safety, environmental, and quality procedures and regulations.
Recording and reporting production data and any issues or deviations.
Collaborating with other operators, technicians, and supervisors.

S&S Pecan Shelling

Lubbock, TX

01.2021 - 05.2024

At S&S Pecan Shelling it was my job to keep all machines working and clean along with cracking and shelling the pecans, and stacking and moving pallets.
Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
Performed regular maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.

CUSTOM IRON WORKS

Lubbock, TX

08.2023 - 12.2023

Work in a shop building custom gates, rails, stairs, and so on I have to cut that metal to size then weld together
also go and install the finished products.
Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.

Walmart

Lubbock, TX

06.2023 - 08.2023

Organize orders and get the orders ready to be taken out
take the orders out from the store to customers car when arrived.
Assisted customers with online grocery orders, answering questions and providing helpful information.
Maintained accurate records of all orders placed through the website.
Monitored stock levels of inventory and placed replenishment orders when necessary.
Responded promptly to inquiries from customers regarding their online grocery orders.
Developed strategies to improve customer satisfaction ratings with online grocery services.
Implemented procedures for processing returns or refunds due to incorrect items ordered by customers.
Researched products and pricing to ensure accuracy of orders.

Land and Home Improvement

Lubbock, TX

01.2017 - 01.2021

responsible for putting up Christmas lights and taking them down.
Maintained landscape features such as trees, shrubs, flowers, turf grasses, and ground covers.
Operated mowers, trimmers, and other landscaping equipment to maintain lawns and gardens.
Installed sod, seed, mulch in designated areas to ensure proper growth conditions were met.
Repaired sprinklers and performed regular watering schedules for all landscaped areas.
Mixed fertilizers and pesticides according to label instructions for application on lawns or gardens.
Provided customer service by answering questions about services offered or providing advice on how best to maintain their landscapes.
Assisted in the installation of new plants, irrigation systems, hardscapes, outdoor lighting systems.
Worked collaboratively with coworkers in order to complete projects efficiently and accurately within set timeframe.