Ofelia Chavez
Andrews
Summary
Adept at enhancing workplace safety and efficiency, my tenure at American Safety Services Inc led to a notable improvement in safety culture by over 30%. Skilled in hazard identification and team building, I excel in environments requiring meticulous attention to detail and collaborative problem-solving.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Technician
American Safety Services Inc
10.2023 - Current
- Identified workforce safety violations and issued violations to maintain integrity of safety program.
- Served as a resource for employees seeking guidance on specific safety-related issues or concerns within their respective roles.
- Conducted ongoing job safety analysis for conformity to personal protective equipment guidelines and occupational safety procedures.
- Increased employee awareness of safety practices through consistent communication and education on safe work procedures.
- Conducted safety evaluations to recommend alternate safety procedures.
- Achieved significant improvement in safety culture, embedding safety priorities into daily operations and decision-making.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular risk assessments and implementing necessary changes.
- Advocated for use of personal protective equipment, significantly reducing workplace injuries.
- Improved safety awareness with comprehensive training sessions for new employees.
- Reduced potential hazards, meticulously maintaining and inspecting safety equipment.
- Improved safety compliance, conducting regular checks and addressing violations promptly.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Contributed to the development of emergency response plans, ensuring efficient coordination during emergencies or crises situations.
- Maintained accurate records of all incidents, near misses, and safety observations to track trends and identify areas for improvement.
- Conducted regular reviews of safety documentation and procedures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Directed recordkeeping and paperwork preparation in line with OSHA requirements.
- Inspected job sites and completed in-depth reports outlining safety concerns and corrective recommendations.
Fiberglass Technician
Palmer If Texas
10.2016 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Delivered consistent results under high-pressure deadlines while working on multiple concurrent projects involving complex technical specifications related to fiberglass technologies.
- Assisted in reducing waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and fitting fiberglass materials for each project.
- Developed a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship by consistently producing high-quality fiberglass products that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Exceeded performance targets consistently through attention to detail, accuracy, speed, and teamwork while executing tasks related to fiberglass production.
- Streamlined processes by implementing standard operating procedures for the fabrication of fiberglass products.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely completion of custom fiberglass projects according to client requirements.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in fiberglass parts.
- Optimized material usage by calculating accurate measurements for each project based on specifications provided by clients or supervisors.
- Increased workplace safety with proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials, including resin and catalysts.
- Contributed to reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance checks on all machinery involved in the production process.
- Achieved precise alignment of fiberglass components using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment.
- Maintained a clean working environment, adhering to OSHA guidelines for a safe workspace during the entire fiberglass manufacturing process.
- Utilized hand shears and trimming knives to trim excess materials from molds.
- Released air bubbles and smoothed seams using rollers.
Sandblaster
High Tech Production Systems
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Expedited project completion times due to the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines.
- Maintained abrasive blasting equipment and performed minor repairs.
- Enhanced surface quality by skillfully operating sandblasting equipment on various materials.
- Maintained a safe and efficient work environment by adhering to safety protocols and proper handling of hazardous materials.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality results in a timely manner on all assigned projects.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects, streamlining processes for increased productivity.
- Supported overall company success with a strong commitment to quality workmanship, teamwork, and adaptability in meeting changing demands.
- Selected surfaces for blasting and masked specific parts.
- Improved overall project efficiency with thorough preparation of surfaces before the sandblasting process began.
- Reduced waste and minimized environmental impact through responsible use of materials and recycling practices.
- Set up portable sandblasters and maintained clean and safe work zone.
- Facilitated clear communication between team members regarding project progress or changes in scope to ensure seamless execution.
- Determined accurate mixtures and times for sandblasting to meet desired finish.
- Contributed to project completion within deadlines by efficiently managing time and resources for sandblasting tasks.
- Masked, grit blasted or chemically rinsed surfaces to prepare for sandblasting.
- Maintained accurate records of material usage, project completion timelines, and other relevant data for reporting purposes.
- Achieved desired surface finishes by selecting appropriate abrasives and adjusting sandblasting techniques as needed.
- Prepared surfaces for coating or painting, ensuring high-quality finishes with meticulous sandblasting techniques.
- Enhanced visual appeal of architectural structures, performing delicate sandblasting on variety of surfaces.
- Customized sandblasting approaches to match material types, safeguarding against damage while ensuring optimal preparation.
- Enhanced safety on job sites by rigorously adhering to all health and safety protocols during sandblasting operations.
- Maintained high operational standards, conducting regular maintenance and checks on sandblasting equipment.
- Facilitated team efforts to complete projects ahead of schedule, organizing workflow and tasks efficiently.
- Used personal protective gear to eliminate exposure to harmful dust, fumes and materials.
- Smoothed uneven surfaces using sanding equipment to produce high-quality finished products.
Lead Prep Cook
Andrews Country Club
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing effective time management techniques.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss performance metrics, address issues or concerns, and share best practices for continuous improvement within the team.
- Increased overall productivity by multitasking between various prep stations while maintaining attention to detail and consistent quality standards.
- Collaborated with other cooks to maintain seamless communication during high-volume shifts, leading to improved workflow and fewer errors.
- Ensured timely preparation of meals by prioritizing tasks based on service flow and changing customer demands, resulting in minimal wait times for guests.
- Contributed to menu development with innovative recipes and creative plating techniques, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Optimized ingredient usage, reducing waste by improving inventory management and portion control practices.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new skills or techniques as required to meet evolving menu needs and kitchen demands.
- Assumed leadership role when necessary during busy services or staff absences, coordinating team efforts to meet demand without sacrificing quality or speed of service.
- Reduced order errors by clearly labeling prepped items with necessary information like dates, ingredient names, and allergens.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through strong teamwork, open communication, and proactive problem-solving efforts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering dishes that met high standards of taste, presentation, and temperature.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to last-minute changes or special requests, maintaining a positive attitude under pressure.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict health department guidelines and preventing crosscontamination.
- Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Assisted in training new team members on kitchen procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all dishes prepared.
Education
NA -
Andrews High School
Andrews, TXSkills
- Training new staff
- Stock rotation
- Food presentation
- Food storage
- Batch cooking
- Adapting recipes
- Willingness to learn
- Quick-learning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Dependable and reliable
- Attention to detail
- Following instructions
- Multitasking
- Food preparing, plating, and presentation
- Safe food handling procedures
- Foodservice sanitation
- Punctual and honest
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Measurements and weights
- Inventory stocking
- Meat cutting
- Sanitation practices
- Food handling
- Slip, trip, and fall prevention
- Safety documentation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety training delivery
- Incident reporting
- Confined space entry
- Industrial hygiene
- Security measures
- Hazard identification
- Personal protective equipment
- Health and safety regulations
- Safe lifting techniques
- Worker monitoring
- Fall protection
- Safety incident reports
- Hazard reporting
- Equipment calibration
- Site analysis
- Team building
- Accident prevention
- Task prioritization
- Worker training
- Self motivation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Safety Technician
American Safety Services Inc
10.2023 - Current
Sandblaster
High Tech Production Systems
11.2021 - 10.2023
Lead Prep Cook
Andrews Country Club
09.2020 - 05.2021
Fiberglass Technician
Palmer If Texas
10.2016 - 06.2018
NA -
Andrews High School
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