Marcus Ester
Detroit,United States
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Compounder, excelling in formulation development, quality assurance and packaging. Proven ability to enhance production workflows and implement safety protocols, while effectively communicating with team members. Skilled in Compounding, material handling and forklift operation, ensuring efficient logistics and compliance with industry standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Compounder
Jogue Inc.
Detroit, MI
06.2019 - 08.2025
- Executed blending equipment functions, focusing on consistency and quality of produced compounds.
- Maintained hygiene by systematically cleaning and sanitizing blenders, mixers, tanks, sifters, and utensils before and after use.
- Oversaw the assembly of diverse ingredients, including dextrose, maltodextrin, and citric acid, maintaining quality standards while handling up to 3000 lbs in each mix.
- Monitored and recorded ingredient weights meticulously to adhere to batch sheet guidelines.
- Entered lot numbers of chemical products into batch cards to maintain compliance with quality assurance standards and facilitate effective inventory tracking.
- Oversaw the assembly process for multiple box sizes, optimizing workflow for compounded product packaging.
- Performed systematic labeling of boxes based on designated batch mix flavor categories.
- Implemented systematic organization and cleanliness protocols in production area to optimize workflow.
- Analyzed production workflows in partnership with team members to identify and implement improvements.
- Collaborated with quality inspector to conduct thorough evaluations of final products, ensuring compliance with quality specifications before packaging.
- Monitored and adjusted inventory levels of raw materials to balance storage space and maintain seamless operations.
- Monitored and maintained mixing tank/blender through systematic checks to reduce repair costs and improve reliability.
- Conducted safe and efficient forklift operations for material handling, ensuring streamlined processes within the warehouse environment.
- Utilized proper forklift attachments to load and unload trucks, ensuring safety protocols were followed to reduce potential accidents and injuries.
- Executed regular cleaning and organization of warehouse space, focusing on debris removal and proper pallet placement.
- Executed precise forklift operating to streamline material handling, contributing to overall warehouse productivity.
- Prepared pallets for shipping by applying plastic wrap and attaching merchandise tags for accurate identification.
- Coordinated logistics for transporting goods between warehouse locations based on specific shipment and storage needs.
- Managed forklift activities while upholding OSHA safety protocols and organizational operational policies.
- Stacked and loaded materials through precise operation of lifting devices.
- Conducted forklift operations while prioritizing safety through proper load management and visibility maintenance.
- Collaborated with supervisors to establish task priorities, guaranteeing prompt handling of critical shipments and time
Quality Inspector
Brose
New Boston, MI
02.2018 - 2019
- Performed visual detailed evaluations of vehicle parts to guarantee adherence to established quality standards.
- Utilized measuring tools and equipment to assess product specifications accurately.
- Documented inspection results and identified areas for improvement in production processes.
- Coordinated efforts with team members to address quality concerns and enforce corrective measures.
- Documented and communicated defects to supervisor for prompt resolution.
- Discarded and rejected all vehicle parts and inspection equipment not conforming with specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northern High School
Detroit, MISkills
- Formulation development
- Dosage calculations
- Material handling
- Blender Operator
- Labeling and packaging
- Forklift Operation
- Loading and Unloading
- Lifting
- Standing
- Communication
- Hazardous materials handling
- Laboratory equipment operation
- Production planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Forklift
Timeline
Compounder
Jogue Inc.
06.2019 - 08.2025
Quality Inspector
Brose
02.2018 - 2019
High School Diploma -
Northern High School