Jose Garza
Waterloo,IA
Summary
Adept Technician with a robust background in ethanol production at Poet, I excel in record keeping, repairs, and team training. Leveraging attention to detail and strong communication skills, I've enhanced safety protocols and operational efficiency. My proactive approach resulted in over 250 successful work orders, underscoring my commitment to excellence and workplace safety. I have the drive to improvement not just for myself but helping others build a road for themselves and improving system that can help anyone who is effected by it. if asked for references on who I am I would asked for you to not just ask my Shift Lead, and Management team at Iowa Falls, but also the Maintenance, Material Handlers, Tech's, and Truck drivers. i am positive they would describe me as I did in this resume.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Technician
Poet Biorefining
07.2019 - Current
- Maintained and improved a safe work environment by adhering to established guidelines and ordering safety equipment where needed.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team. even adding segments to the new hire training system.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment. from EV's, loss of flow, to dryers Negativity and HRSG feed to the DA tank.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by using strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail. losing alpha flow, stabilizing PCOSS's when high fat oil is made overflowing the median wall. corn transfer conveyer plugged. plugged dropbox screw on dryer.
- Submitted over 250 Work Orders. that range from repairs that would reduce response time, enhancing safety protocols, being up to date on leaks and repairs needed on equipment.
- Skilled at reading P&ID's
- Having a vision to run safe, stable, and clear Outages. have made folders for tactical safety and vessel closure forms.
- supervised staff for shifts in the past.
- knowledge in Ethanol Production from corn delivery to denaturing ethanol.
- knowledge in lab test, COA's, and equipment.
Kitchen Staff Member
502 Grill House
05.2016 - 07.2019
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- ServSafe Certified during employment.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture through strong teamwork, open communication, and a commitment to excellence.
- Increased overall kitchen productivity by assisting in multiple stations as needed during busy shifts.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Fun Fact: I have a dish named after me at this resturant.
Education
No Degree - History
Ellsworth Community College
Iowa Falls, IAHigh School Diploma -
West Hancock
Britt, IASkills
- Attention to detail
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Written/Verbal communication
- Maintenance and repairs
- Workload management
- Team Training
- Performance improvement
- can speak in Spanish and english
- Issue analysis
- Documentation and reporting
Timeline
Technician
Poet Biorefining
07.2019 - Current
Kitchen Staff Member
502 Grill House
05.2016 - 07.2019
No Degree - History
Ellsworth Community College
High School Diploma -
West Hancock