Lindell Garcia
Port Orange,FL
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and safety, notably at US Foods, where my expertise in maintenance and repair, coupled with exceptional teamwork, significantly improved production processes. Leveraged critical thinking and multitasking abilities to exceed performance targets, achieving a notable increase in productivity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Folk Lift Operator Shipping and Recieving Loading
Food Supply
Daytona Beach FL
10.2020 - 11.2023
- Learned and enforced lift rules, policies and procedures.
- Ensured efficient lift operations by coordinating with other team members and maintaining clear communication.
- Performed pre-operation inspections and post-operation shutdown procedures.
- Provided excellent customer service, answering questions about mountain trails, directions, and resort facilities as needed.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with co-workers on necessary tasks related to lift operation and maintenance.
- Maintained lift mazes, ramps and signs.
- Communicated with other lift operators about high-risk lift riders.
- Alerted mountain staff of any serious problems on lift.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and courteous assistance to guests using the lift services.
- Assisted in the implementation of regular drills and emergency response training exercises, ensuring preparedness for any potential incidents involving ski lifts.
- Improved lift safety by conducting regular maintenance checks and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of daily lift usage, identifying trends for future improvements in operational efficiency.
Folk Lift Operator
US Foods
Port Orange, FL
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Assembler
Magic Tilt
Edgewater FL
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Maintained high-quality standards with thorough inspections of assembled parts.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team''s overall success.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to meet production targets consistently.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various types of assemblies, allowing for seamless transition between different projects as needed.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
- Reduced assembly errors by following detailed instructions and blueprints for each project.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Consistently met or exceeded daily production quotas while maintaining exceptional quality standards in all completed assemblies.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by offering assistance when needed and maintaining open communication with colleagues.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
- Ensured timely order fulfillment with efficient prioritization of tasks for various projects simultaneously.
- Established strong relationships with supervisors and managers through consistent communication regarding progress updates, concerns, or areas for potential improvement.
- Trained new employees on proper assembly techniques, ensuring quick acclimation to the role and faster overall team results.
- Achieved significant reduction in assembly errors by implementing rigorous quality control checks.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Reduced downtime, promptly addressing and resolving equipment malfunctions.
- Streamlined assembly process, significantly reducing time to market for new products.
- Strengthened supplier relationships, ensuring timely and accurate component delivery.
- Contributed to company's reputation for reliability by consistently meeting production deadlines.
- Contributed to product development by providing feedback on assembly feasibility and design.
- Improved assembly line versatility by quickly adapting to new product launches.
- Improved product quality with meticulous attention to detail during assembly.
- Supported environmental initiatives by efficiently recycling scrap materials.
- Gained expertise in operating multiple types of tools and machinery essential for efficient assembly processes, resulting in increased versatility within the role.
- Streamlined assembly processes, leading to increased productivity.
- Enhanced assembly line efficiency by consistently meeting daily production targets.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring all products met rigorous quality standards.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring safe working environment.
- Reduced material waste, carefully following assembly instructions and protocols.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, suggesting several process enhancements.
- Optimized workspace organization, leading to safer and more efficient assembly environment.
- Expedited product delivery to customers by streamlining packing and shipping processes.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Connected cables, tubes, and wiring according to specifications.
- Upheld strict adherence to safety protocols, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
- Facilitated cross-training workshops, enhancing team flexibility and efficiency.
- Enhanced team collaboration by coordinating assembly tasks and schedules effectively.
- Boosted team morale and productivity by supporting new staff in mastering assembly techniques.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
- Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional.
- Performed daily maintenance and inspection of machinery to drive optimal performance.
- Assisted in development of new assembly processes.
- Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
- Participated in projects requiring assembly of large and small components.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Maintained detailed records of production and assembly processes.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
Machine Operator Technician
Seal Air
Holyoke, MA
08.2012 - 09.2019
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Achieved consistent product quality by performing regular quality checks and adjusting machine settings accordingly.
- Served as a subject matter expert on specific machines, providing guidance and support to colleagues when needed.
- Assisted in training new operators on proper machine usage, ensuring adherence to company standards and guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to identify areas for process improvement, leading to enhanced operational efficiency.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Played an instrumental role in achieving targeted production goals while maintaining strict adherence to quality standards.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Addressed mechanical issues proactively through detailed root cause analysis, resulting in improved machine performance and reliability.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Coordinated with other departments such as Quality Control and Maintenance for seamless workflow management.
- Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining and troubleshooting machinery to minimize downtime.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Managed inventory levels of raw materials and finished products to ensure optimal stock availability at all times.
- Provided technical support for various projects, resulting in improved product development timelines and reduced costs.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance tasks that led to fewer unexpected breakdowns.
- Contributed to lean manufacturing initiatives by implementing waste reduction strategies and continuously improving processes.
- Reduced material waste by monitoring supply levels and making necessary adjustments during production runs.
- Maintained detailed records of machine performance data, enabling informed decision-making regarding equipment upgrades or repairs.
- Streamlined maintenance processes, resulting in reduced equipment downtime and increased productivity.
- Increased overall output by optimizing machine operation through careful monitoring and timely adjustments.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Trained new employees on proper multi-machine operation.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions and report or resolve problems.
- Set machine stops and guides to proper alignment and adjusted when needed to maintain consistent production time and quality.
- Removed jammed materials from machines and readjusted components as necessary to resume operations.
- Used work instructions and measuring tools to check specifications of finished items.
- Supervised and adjusted machinery when necessary, reducing downtime.
- Modified machine settings to accommodate different materials.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove, and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Evaluated and measured completed materials and products to verify conformance to specifications.
- Reviewed work instructions and schedules to coordinate machine operation and production schedules.
- Performed test production runs to identify and execute needed adjustments.
- Measured and mixed ingredients accurately to prepare adhesives.
- Monitored machine settings and adjusted to correct malfunctions or errors.
- Read and analyzed work orders to determine machine and equipment settings and product specifications.
- Manipulated controls to feed, admit, apply and transfer materials and adhesives, adjusting temperature, pressure, and time settings.
- Maintained production records such as quantities, dimensions, and thicknesses of process materials.
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
- Monitored gauges, meters, and control panels to obtain information about equipment temperatures and pressures
- Arranged and secured materials in chucks, fixtures, or automatic feeding mechanisms.
Education
Gen - General Studies
North West Community College
Vega Baja PR06.1996
Skills
Seat cleaning
Snow shaping
Snow safety understanding
Instruction assistance
Attention to Detail
Self-Motivated
Written Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Maintenance and Repair
Flexible and Adaptable
PPE Compliance
Active Listening
Teamwork and Collaboration
Critical Thinking
Cultural Awareness
Safety compliance
Customer assistance
Materials distribution
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Folk Lift Operator
US Foods
05.2023 - 09.2023
Folk Lift Operator Shipping and Recieving Loading
Food Supply
10.2020 - 11.2023
Assembler
Magic Tilt
09.2019 - 09.2020
Machine Operator Technician
Seal Air
08.2012 - 09.2019
Gen - General Studies
North West Community College