Jose de la Garza
Eagle Lake
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented expert with experience at A&K Railroad Materials, Inc., excelling in team collaboration and lean manufacturing processes. Proven track record in enhancing productivity through critical thinking and process improvement. Skilled in CAD software and proficient with Microsoft Word & Excel, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes in challenging environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Intern
Hood Packaging Corporation
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted with planning of quality assurance testing projects following functional specifications.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with shifting priorities or unexpected challenges, always maintaining focus on delivering high-quality results.
- Conducted performance tests under various conditions to assess stability and responsiveness of products.
- Completed inspection reports, describing performance outcomes, and carefully documenting irregularities or variances from expected outcomes.
- Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities
- Maintained complete, accurate and legible test records, reviewing data for accuracy and trends and communicating concerns to supervisor.
Foreman
A&K Railroad Materials, Inc.
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Enhanced team productivity by coordinating daily tasks and optimizing workflows.
General Laborer
A&K Railroad Materials, Inc.
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Provided maintenance for construction equipment.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Technology
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX12-2024
Associate of Science - Engineering
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX08-2021
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving Techniques
- Process improvement
- Manufacturing processes
- Lean principles
- CAD software
- Production planning
- Engineering principles
- Proficient with Microsoft Word & Excel
- Lean manufacturing processes
Certification
- OSHA-30 Hour Certified
- Certified Manufacturing Specialist (CMS), Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE), Dec 2024
- FANUC Robotics Material Handling and Programming Certification
- Motoman Offline Programming Certification
- Universal Robots Level 1 Programming Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Quality Assurance Intern
Hood Packaging Corporation
06.2024 - 08.2024
Foreman
A&K Railroad Materials, Inc.
05.2023 - 08.2023
General Laborer
A&K Railroad Materials, Inc.
05.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Technology
University of Texas At Tyler
Associate of Science - Engineering
Wharton County Junior College
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