Ricardo Zavala
Austin,TX
Summary
Diligent and motivated warehouse associate with a solid background in order picking, packing, lab/clean room, and shipping. Skilled in using various warehouse management systems and equipment, able to complete projects quickly and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy ensure consistent processing of orders on time. Adaptability to changing priorities and collaborative work style make me an asset to any warehouse operation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
CPL Biologicals Limited & Shantha Biomechanics
09.2024 - Current
- Completed equipment maintenance and calibration tasks according to standards
- Supplied quality control data for regulatory submissions to support corrective actions
- Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances
- Processed hematology and chemistry samples
- Supervised supplies in inventory and notified supervisor of low stock levels
- Reduced occurrence of lab test errors for improved reliability and to avoid need for retesting
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss progress on projects or upcoming tasks
- Sanitized workstations and instruments to avoid cross-contamination
- Supported cleanliness and health standards to foster safe and effective sample analysis
- Performed daily housekeeping tasks driving efficient laboratory operations
Production Associate
Flextronics
05.2024 - 11.2025
- Inspect completed assemblies for proper functioning prior to installation into final products
- Train new employees on the safe use of tools and equipment related to electric assembly tasks
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive
- Maintain a clean work area by disposing of scrap material properly
- Monitor stock levels of raw materials needed for upcoming production runs
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and work orders to determine the specific assembly instructions
- Position parts in jigs or fixtures for fastening with bolts, screws, rivets, or other fasteners
- Collaborated with a team to meet or exceed production targets
- Used hand tools and power tools to complete assembly tasks effectively and efficiently
Production Associate
Tesla
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Analyzed data from daily operations reports to identify areas needing attention or adjustment
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists
- Organized project components according to workflow
- Followed all company policies regarding safety regulations and procedures
- Checked finished products for quality assurance
- Trained new employees in safety protocols and operating procedures
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure safety standards were met
- Maintained cleanliness of the production area
- Followed safety protocols at all times while operating machinery
- Used root cause analysis tools to determine failures and provide appropriate counter-measures to prevent repeat failures
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
Warehouse Worker
WFS Worldwide Flight Services
12.2023 - 11.2024
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading containers from ships and trains
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts
- Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, mopping, dusting shelves
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
- Ensured that all navigation lights were functioning correctly while underway
- Selected optimal routes and speeds to guide vessels to destinations in and meet schedule demands
- Inspected tugger prior to operating to ensure that all systems were functioning properly
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas
- Reported any incidents or accidents involving the tugger promptly to supervisors
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to tugger operation at all times
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals
Roofer
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Build roofs using various materials and tools
- Deliver projects within a timeline
- Repair or replace broken materials
- Ensure roofs protect buildings from weather conditions
- Cut and trim material to shape when fitting siding around windows or corners
Painter
Nations Cabinetry
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Effectively participate in all steps of finishing cabinets and components
- Ensure colors meet quality standards
- Knowledgeable in the safe use of equipment and tools such as paint guns, hand tools and hazardous chemicals
- Prioritize the workday and logically organize multiple tasks to maximize production
Education
San Antonio Academy of achievement
02.2020
Skills
- Data and statistical analysis entry
- Quality control guidelines
- Lab testing and reporting
- Documentation compliance
- Time management
- Workflow management
- Team collaboration
- Workflow management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lab Assistant
CPL Biologicals Limited & Shantha Biomechanics
09.2024 - Current
Production Associate
Flextronics
05.2024 - 11.2025
Warehouse Worker
WFS Worldwide Flight Services
12.2023 - 11.2024
Production Associate
Tesla
03.2023 - 12.2024
Roofer
10.2021 - 12.2023
Painter
Nations Cabinetry
06.2020 - 10.2021
San Antonio Academy of achievement
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