Ricardo Cardenas
Findlay,OH
Summary
Versatile Assembly Line Worker knowledgeable about quality checks, finishing work and equipment calibration. Proven history of reliability and resourcefulness in workplace. Safety-oriented individual committed to performance and trained in equipment use.
Talented Assembly Line Worker offers solid track record working in team-based environment. Excellent listening and problem-solving skills paired with deep foundational grasp of thresholds for equipment quality. Solid track record over more than 7 years.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Line Worker
Whirlpool of Findlay
Findlay, OH
10.2017 - Current
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
- Assembled components of a variety of products, adhering to production specifications.
- Adjusted machine settings according to job requirements, ensuring optimal performance.
- Reported any safety hazards or defective parts encountered during assembly operations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations and procedures.
- Provided assistance in other departments when needed.
- Operated machinery such as drills, saws and presses to assemble parts.
- Ensured work areas were kept clean and organized at all times.
- Assisted in the development of new assembly processes and procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth production process flow.
- Worked quickly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality control.
- Performed troubleshooting activities when malfunctions occurred in order to minimize downtime.
- Built and packaged products to comply with multiple work orders and deadlines.
- Boxed, labeled and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Squared stacked displayed materials for safe and orderly conditions.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
Blow Mold Operator
Pinnacle Plastics
Bowling Green, OH
07.2015 - 10.2017
- Identified opportunities for cost reduction through improved operational efficiencies.
- Calibrated instruments used in the blow molding process such as pressure gauges or flow meters.
- Performed regular maintenance on all equipment, including lubricating, cleaning, and replacing worn components.
- Assisted in training new operators on how to use the blow molding equipment correctly.
- Inspected finished products for defects before releasing them from the line.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues with blow molding machinery.
- Followed safety protocols when operating machines and handling hazardous chemicals.
- Operated auxiliary equipment such as grinders, conveyors, hoppers, mixers.
- Inspected finished products for defects before packaging them for shipment.
- Maintain a clean working environment by disposing waste materials properly and adhering to safety regulations.
Food Packer
Pioneer packing
Bowling Green, OH
03.2013 - 07.2015
- Resolved issues related to incorrect labeling or insufficient packaging materials.
- Operated automated packaging equipment in a safe manner.
- Labeled packages with product information such as weight, quantity, or expiration date.
- Stacked filled boxes onto pallets for shipping or storage.
- Followed all safety procedures while handling hazardous materials.
- Prepared boxes, bags, and other containers for packing food items.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production goals within deadlines.
- Weighed and measured ingredients according to recipes.
- Sealed packages using heat sealing machines or manual methods.
- Used tools, sprayers and cleaning solutions to disinfect work areas.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Reviewed packing slips and other documentation to properly box requested items for shipment.
- Assembled cartons, crates and containers to prepare for shipping.
- Trained new employees regarding warehouse procedures and standards.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Operated hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts to move materials.
- Monitored production line for jams, pile-ups or glue not adhering properly.
- Trained new operators on machine setup and troubleshooting.
Education
High School Diploma -
Perrysburg High School
Perrysburg, OH05-2005
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Raw Materials Handling
- Polishing work
- Supply Management
- Product Inspection
- Materials Management
- Shipping support
- Product Assembly
- Performance Improvement
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- Reading Comprehension
- Power and hand tools
- Hand and power tools
- Machinery Operations
- Safety Procedures
- Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Experience
- OSHA
- Assembly and production
- Repetitive Work
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Production background
- Safety Protocols
- Visual inspections
- Injection molding
- Plastics industry
- Reliability
- Health and safety procedures
- Product storage
- Active Listening
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Professional Demeanor
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Time Management
- Professionalism
- Goal Setting
- Attention to Detail
- Production Monitoring
- Product Sorting
- Stock management
- Relationship Building
- Task Prioritization
- Package labeling
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Packaging expertise
- Decision-Making
Timeline
Assembly Line Worker
Whirlpool of Findlay
10.2017 - Current
Blow Mold Operator
Pinnacle Plastics
07.2015 - 10.2017
Food Packer
Pioneer packing
03.2013 - 07.2015
High School Diploma -
Perrysburg High School