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Michael Garza

Seattle,WA

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in machinery operation and team collaboration. Excelled at Essential Baking by enhancing product quality and safety compliance. Skilled in problem-solving and machinery maintenance, I significantly contributed to streamlining production processes. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and excellent communication, ensuring efficiency and high standards in fast-paced environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Machine Operator

Essential Baking
02.2021 - Current
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
  • Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.

Warehouse Worker

Neil Radford
01.2019 - 02.2020
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 60 pounds.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
  • Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
  • Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
  • Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.

Flagger

Northwest Signs and Barricades
04.2016 - 11.2018
  • Ensured proper usage of signaling devices, including stop/slow paddles, flags, and radios for effective communication among team members.
  • Used flagging tools such as stop and slow paddle and red flag.
  • Assisted in setting up traffic control plans according to project specifications and local regulations, maintaining orderly work zones.
  • Accustomed to nighttime flagging in high traffic areas.
  • Displayed excellent decision-making skills under pressure while managing heavy vehicle traffic during unexpected events or incidents onsite.
  • Maintained a strong knowledge of state-specific traffic laws and regulations related to flagging operations, ensuring compliance within the workplace.
  • Adapted quickly to changing circumstances, such as inclement weather or last-minute schedule adjustments, ensuring smooth traffic flow at all times.
  • Controlled flow of automotive traffic under direction of project supervisor.
  • Enhanced team communication by maintaining constant contact with other flaggers, supervisors, and drivers.

Education

GED -

South Seattle Community College
Seattle, WA
04.2011

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Good Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Machinery Operation
  • Workplace Safety
  • Machinery Operations
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Assembly and production
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Safety Compliance
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Quality Control
  • Machinery Cleaning
  • Basic Math
  • Shipping and Labeling
  • Production Monitoring

Timeline

Machine Operator

Essential Baking
02.2021 - Current

Warehouse Worker

Neil Radford
01.2019 - 02.2020

Flagger

Northwest Signs and Barricades
04.2016 - 11.2018

GED -

South Seattle Community College

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