Ricardo Castillo
West Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Seeking an opportunity with an organization to utilize my extensive background in Customer Service which also provides opportunities for learning and development. Organized professional with superior work ethic and team player attitude. Exceptional quality control and inspection abilities. Commended for honesty, hard work and positive attitude. Comfortable standing for long periods of time and safely lifting heavy loads. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Amazing Beginnings Montessori
Inver Grove Heights, MN
04.2023 - Current
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to engage Pre-K students in learning.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order in the classroom.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
- Instructed students in basic literacy, math, science, social studies, health, art, music, physical education, and other related areas.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan and execute field trips and special events.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Encouraged parent involvement by providing feedback on student achievement at conferences or meetings.
- Supervised recesses and lunch periods while ensuring safety of all students.
- Monitored playground equipment to ensure it is safe for use.
- Provided guidance when needed to help children develop problem-solving skills.
- Promoted language acquisition through storytelling or interactive play activities.
- Organized group projects to foster collaboration among peers.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Promoted cultural awareness among students by introducing them to Hispanic customs and traditions through class activities.
Pianist & Singer
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
Saint Paul, MN
01.2012 - Current
- Every Sunday I play the piano & sing with the adult choir at the 11:00am mass
- I also play the piano & sing with the youth choir at 1:00pm mass
- I attend every practice on Fridays
- I am in charge of the direction of the instrumentation
- I take care of the piano and make sure it’s good
- I play at private masses (Weddings, XV años, Funnerals, Anniversaries, First communions, Confirmations).
Punch Press Operator
Hout Manufacturing
Saint Paul, MN
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Set up and operate punch press machines to produce parts with precision.
- Adjusted and aligned machine components to ensure accuracy of production.
- Loaded raw materials into the press machine hopper.
- Monitored the operation of the press machine to detect any malfunctions or errors.
- Inspected finished products for conformance to quality standards.
- Recorded production data such as number of pieces produced, scrap rate.
- Calibrated die sets in order to maintain accurate dimensions on parts being produced.
- Maintained a clean working environment by disposing waste properly according to safety regulations.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on punch presses and other related equipment.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations in the workplace.
- Cleaned and lubricated presses and components using oil, solvents and rags.
- Verified dimensions of work piece and made adjustments if necessary.
- Removed printed materials from presses for transport to storage or finishing areas.
- Kept machines running at peak efficiency to meet demanding production targets.
- Followed work orders to select proper materials, make accurate cuts and complete precise finished products.
- Ground out burrs or sharp edges with portable grinders, speed lathes or polishing jacks.
- Moved materials around the warehouse to designated areas.
- Stacked product on shelves or racks in an orderly fashion.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Night Shift Lead
Splash
Saint Paul, MN
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored their performance.
- Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.
- Organized items according to size, type, style, color, or product code.
- Performed daily pre-shift inspections on forklifts and other equipment.
- Managed stock rotation ensuring that older stock is used first.
- Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse.
- Performed quality control checks on all batches to ensure product conformance to specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of all chemical components used in the mixing process.
- Prepared solutions according to specified formulas using correct measurements and proportions of ingredients.
- Performed preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment and machinery.
- Adjusted machine settings as needed to optimize production processes.
- Ensured the proper disposal of waste materials generated from repair works.
Cook
Chick-fil-A
West Saint Paul, MN
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Conducted periodic inventory checks of circulating materials.
Assembly Line Worker & Helper
Co-operative plating
St Paul, MN
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Worked on plating line that achieved 100% of quality goals
- Manipulated time for the job per process and scheduled the incurring process accordingly
- Demonstrated accuracy in the racking and plating of units
- Provided suggestions to the team supervisor to raise the output of the team as a whole
- Able to maintain attention to detail in a fast paced work environment
- Maintained work area clean and organized
- Helped strip racks of different metals for easier plating.
- Monitored assembly line operations and identified any issues or problems that arose.
Costumer Service representative & supervisor
CentroMex Supermercado
St Paul, MN
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Responsible for cashing out members and assisting to organize the merchandize in order to help the clients carry the products with ease
- Replenishing products on shelves during shift merchandising stock up during store hours
- Making sure store is neat and clean
- Portray Good communication skills to allow me to successfully connect/interact with members, employees and management
- Unloaded merchandise from trucks and organized products in the storage room
- Educated customers on producto information and accessories
- Left in charge of store when owner was absent
- Manage inventory tracking spreadsheets to ensure an accurate count
- Assisted costumers with the payment of their home bills (electricity, water, and waste management)
- Assisted costumers with sending money to people outside of the country using a software (Intercambio Express)
- Daily counting out the register.
Retail & Costumer Service
Boost Mobile
West Saint Paul, MN
08.2017 - 09.2017
- In charge of maintaining the workspace clean & in order
- I am also a salesman (Cellphones, Accessories, Plans, Phone Insurance)
- Promoted company through various marketing techniques including flyers and signs
- I attend costumers in both languages (English & Spanish)
- I assist the costumers to see what plan or phone fits them the best
- I do new activations on lines & I also help the costumer make payments
- I helped costumers port in from another company
- I am also the cashier (When closing I make sure all the money is there)
- Before closing I double check the inventory
- I close the store & set up the alarm.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Inver Hills Community College
MN06.2024
High School Diploma -
Henry Sibley High School
Mendota, MN06-2017
Skills
- Native Spanish Speaker
- English Proficiency
- Computing Skills
- Web Navigation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Customer Service
- Sales
- Music skills
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Assurance
- Verbal Communication
- Safety awareness
- Computer Diagnostics
- Recordkeeping skills
Additionalinterests
- Guitar Player
- Flute Player
- Video Games
- Drawings
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 08/04/99
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Amazing Beginnings Montessori
04.2023 - Current
Punch Press Operator
Hout Manufacturing
01.2022 - 04.2023
Night Shift Lead
Splash
08.2020 - 01.2022
Cook
Chick-fil-A
08.2019 - 08.2020
Assembly Line Worker & Helper
Co-operative plating
06.2018 - 08.2019
Costumer Service representative & supervisor
CentroMex Supermercado
09.2017 - 06.2018
Retail & Costumer Service
Boost Mobile
08.2017 - 09.2017
Pianist & Singer
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
01.2012 - Current
Associate of Arts -
Inver Hills Community College
High School Diploma -
Henry Sibley High School
Similar Profiles
Brea JacobsBrea Jacobs
Lead Teacher at Amazing BeginningsLead Teacher at Amazing Beginnings
SUZZIE AppiahSUZZIE Appiah
SCHOOL PROPRIETRESS at BRIGHT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORISCHOOL PROPRIETRESS at BRIGHT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI
Damanpreet KAURDamanpreet KAUR
Placement at Montessori Beginnings Hoppers CrossingPlacement at Montessori Beginnings Hoppers Crossing