Luis Baeza
Fernley,USA
Summary
Highly skilled manufacturing professional with a strong foundation in production environments, ready to take on leadership roles. Demonstrated success in optimizing workflow, boosting productivity, and upholding high-quality standards. Adept at collaborating with teams, solving problems, and adapting to evolving requirements. Possesses expertise in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and safety protocols, consistently delivering reliable and effective results.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Technician/Lead
Clasen Quality Chocolates
07.2021 - Current
- Act in accordance with Good manufacturing practices (GMP’s) Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)
- Utilized coaching, leadership and motivational techniques to help support the growth of employees
- Planned, assigned and directed department to increase efficiency
- Administrative assistant back-up handling scheduling and paperwork issues
- Communicated with supervisors/Quality/Customer service/ Procurement/ Inventory control on all issues
- Allocated department employees as needed between work areas
- Maintained perfect attendance at work and worked overtime as needed
- Completed and audited Master sanitation schedule (MSS)
- Revised and spearheaded training program for all department employees
- Helped maintain SOP’s and provided feedback for improvements
- Provided employee coaching and performance improvement plans as warranted
- Performed accident investigations, documented findings, and shared findings with appropriate teams
- Managed and tracked ongoing inventory levels
- Verified and maintained records on incoming and outgoing shipments
- Prepared UPS, FedEx, etc
- Shipping orders for shipment
- Moved ingredients/finished materials in and out of racking, using the electronic inventory management system, to achieve proper first expired-first out (FEFO) / product rotation procedures
- Loaded and unloaded inbound/outbound trailers and tankers, completing the necessary inspection forms and HACCP requirements
- Received, inspected, sampled, tagged, and routed all incoming materials
- Pick, pack, load, and prepare orders for shipping
- Completed paperwork and logged information accurately (Bill of Ladings (BOLs), inbound/outbound orders, Proforma, etc.)
- Interacted with truck drivers, customers, and other CQC departments
- Perform cleaning activities as needed
- Provide superior customer service
- Covered for other employees while on break/lunch
- Operated forklift, yard truck, and other material handling equipment
- Performed all tasks assigned by the supervisor, while following all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures
- Use Pcs system control to monitor offloading and loading of liquid products
- Ensuring proper pressure, weight, temperature, and destination
Manufacturing Operating Technician
Sherwin Williams Co
05.2014 - 07.2021
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals
- Examined incoming materials and compared them to documentation for accuracy and quality
- Supported machine operators in the setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs
- Made sure that products were produced on time and were of good quality
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards
- Troubleshoot problems with equipment and devices for functionality and quality
- Advocated and practiced principles of the Safety program
- Operation of paint-making control systems, manufacturing equipment, packaging equipment, and forklifts
- Unloaded incoming dry and liquid materials, moved boxes to staging areas, and transported them to final storage locations
- Using hand trucks and forklifts to complete tasks and transport items
- Monitor the quality of the product in manufacturing and packaging areas to include OTMIS, cycles, fill levels, package appearance, and fill weights
- Participation in housekeeping activities that are indicative of a safe and clutter-free work environment
- Active member of the Central Safety Committee and Standard Operation Procedures Committee
Production Lead
OLAM Americas Inc
05.2010 - 04.2014
- Responsible for supervising hourly production employees in a manufacturing environment
- Planning and assigning work, implementing policies and procedures, and recommending improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions
- Ensuring all safety, environmental, food safety, quality, and productivity objectives are met
- Performing routine safety and food safety inspections while ensuring employee work habits and routines were in line with required health and safety protocols
- Strong leadership skills and a proven track record of building an engaged and productive team
- Able to delegate work and adjust plans as needed to ensure daily production goals are met
- Participated in and lead internal audits with internal and external customers
- Interpreting and enforcing company policies and regulations
- Partnered with other Olam leaders to create and implement needed programs
- Ensured proper training of all production personnel
- Provided feedback after training as warranted
- The ensured production process follows Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMPs)
- Ensured effective employee relations
- Provided employee coaching and development
- Resolved employee issues through problem resolution-and leadership
- Managed department priorities established by senior Olam leadership
- Provided feedback on goals and production requirements
- Managed and tracked absenteeism and performed attendance coaching as needed
- Communicated all production-related information to production employees
- Ensured information is shared timely and with appropriate parties
- Trained and developed staff on the production process and procedures
- Provided performance feedback on said performance
- Led and supported the daily tailgate meetings covering pressing issues, plant performance, and training
- Maintained a safe, clean, and organized work area throughout the facility
- Maintained a cooperative working relationship with customers, vendors, employees, and peers
- Performed other duties as assigned
- Sent to and participated in special Optical sorter training courses at Buhler Group for certification
Store Manager and Knife Sharpener
Perfect Edge Cutlery
07.2006 - 07.2009
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions, and forecast needs
- Oversaw, trained, and encouraged employees, promoting a culture of efficiency and performance
- Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchase orders, invoicing, contracting, and other expenses to maintain a quarterly budget
- Completed all point-of-sale opening and closing procedures, including counting the contents of the cash register
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service, adherence to standard practices, and effective leadership
- Devised, deployed, and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels
- Maintained and updated the business website
- Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress, and activity levels
- Mastered knife sharpening skills resulting in a dramatic increase in business through professional referrals and consultations
- Met with and developed beneficial relationships with vendors
- Trained contractors and provided quality control for optimal customer satisfaction
Senior Lab Technician
The Wine Group
03.2000 - 05.2006
- Assisted in the storage and movement of barrel racks in a 40,000-barrel warehouse
- Maintained accurate storage inventory of shipping and receiving materials
- Performed general inspection of forklifts
- Sent to and participated in specialized training courses at the University of California, Davis for certification in QA analysis and Enology
- Performed QC and QA analysis with emphasis on enzymatic analysis
- Supervised, trained, and directed coworkers engaged in testing to ensure continuous quality control
- Transferred wine for shipping and receiving
- Operated and maintained filtering equipment
- Responsible for ordering all chemicals related to laboratory quality analysis of wine production
- Data entry and maintenance of all analytical records
- Assisted all departments as needed
- Participated in the safety committee
Education
General Studies -
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NVGeneral Studies -
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CAGED -
Los Padres High School
King City, CANo Degree - Business Administration And Management
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OHSkills
- Leadership and communication skills
- Project Management
- Worksite safety
- Forklift certified
- Yard spotter certified
- Machinery operation
- Strong multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
- Proficient in Word and Excel
- Shipping and receiving
- Loading and unloading
Accomplishments
- Achieved 2.5 million pound customer product launch by completing logistic plan with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification University of nevada, Reno 2024/October
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) Manufacture Nevada 2024/September
- Forklift Certification
- Yard Spotter Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Warehouse Technician/Lead
Clasen Quality Chocolates
07.2021 - Current
Manufacturing Operating Technician
Sherwin Williams Co
05.2014 - 07.2021
Production Lead
OLAM Americas Inc
05.2010 - 04.2014
Store Manager and Knife Sharpener
Perfect Edge Cutlery
07.2006 - 07.2009
Senior Lab Technician
The Wine Group
03.2000 - 05.2006
General Studies -
City College of San Francisco
GED -
Los Padres High School
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification University of nevada, Reno 2024/October
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) Manufacture Nevada 2024/September
- Forklift Certification
- Yard Spotter Certification
General Studies -
Truckee Meadows Community College
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
Eastern Gateway Community College
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