Orlando gandara
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dynamic Store Associate fluent in Spanish, skilled in fostering strong customer relationships to promote products and enhance sales. Excellent communication skills combined with a keen analytical mindset ensure optimal stock levels and strategic merchandising. Experienced in supporting children's growth through engaging activities and educational assistance, with a solid understanding of childhood development patterns. Disciplined professional committed to teamwork, punctuality, and physical endurance, capable of efficiently managing inventory and product packaging while handling weights exceeding 50 pounds.
Experienced with operating and maintaining various types of production machinery. Utilizes technical skills to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues swiftly. Knowledge of safety standards and procedures to maintain secure working environment.
Manufacturing professional with extensive hands-on experience in machine operation, setup, and maintenance. Known for keen attention to detail and ability to adapt quickly to changing production needs. Highly collaborative and results-focused, consistently ensuring operational efficiency and quality.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Ez Lettering Service
Kansas City, MO
06.2021 - Current
- Operated advanced printing machinery to produce high-quality signage and graphics.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Collaborated with design team to optimize production workflows for custom orders.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and improved turnaround times on projects.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- 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.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Enhanced safety compliance, rigorously following all OSHA guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Optimized machine output to meet production targets, carefully scheduling machine runs and maintenance.
- Ensured product consistency, closely monitoring machine outputs and making necessary adjustments.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
Store Associate
Aldi
Kansas City, MO
09.2017 - Current
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
- Reviewed and resolved differences between accounting information and cash drawer.
- Processed POS transactions, including cash and credit purchases or refunds.
- Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
- Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
- Checked prices for customers and processed items sold by scanning barcodes.
- Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and sales goals.
- Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences.
Warehouse Worker
UPS
Kansas City, MO
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in/first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to provide data for use in audits and completion of order requests
- Kept warehouse clean and organized to maximize team efficiency and productivity.
- Operated Motorola WT4090 scanners to track merchandise and verify contents of containers.
Care Provider
Local Investment Commission (LINC)
Kansas City, MO
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Worked with students to provide both individual and group tutoring on core subjects.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Offered top-notch care to 20+ children at once, ranging in age from 8 to 13.
- Managed safety and security of all children under care.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills for children.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paseo Acad. of Performing Arts
4 2014
Skills
- Cash Handling
- Guest Services
- Store Merchandising
- Cleaning
- Cash Register Operation
- Product Knowledge
- Logistics
- Order Picking and Processing
- Packaging
- Loading and unloading
- Stocking
- Team building
- Communications
- Customer service
- Group leadership
- Safety awareness
- Child Supervision
- Activity Planning
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Machinery operation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Power and hand tools
- Heavy lifting
- Quality control
- Manual machining
- Changeover procedure knowledge
Timeline
Machine Operator
Ez Lettering Service
06.2021 - Current
Store Associate
Aldi
09.2017 - Current
Warehouse Worker
UPS
02.2015 - 01.2016
Care Provider
Local Investment Commission (LINC)
07.2014 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Paseo Acad. of Performing Arts