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Rick Maldonado

Fletcher,NC

Summary

Skilled Production Lead with proven skills in coordinating large-scale production runs. Keeps performance high and costs down by carefully monitoring line activities and maximizing quality control. Offers exceptional safety record. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Lead

Lassonde Pappas
03.2012 - 08.2023
  • Supported employees by accurately tracking time and proactively resolving any conflicts on production line.
  • Trained workers in proper operations, calibration and maintenance of case packers, labelers and fillers on production line.
  • Handled production line documentation for hourly qua, downtime and output.
  • Monitored employee activities to verify consistent use of good manufacturing principles.
  • Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.
  • Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement and lean initiatives by implementing directives.
  • Organized regular production line cleaning and sanitation to prevent contamination and consumer illnesses.
  • Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes.
  • Coordinated effective schedules for production employees.
  • Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
  • Evaluated manufacturing equipment for safety and functionality with regular inspections and preventative maintenance.
  • Kept records of equipment, budgets, deliveries and supplies and made paperwork available to management for evaluation.
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
  • Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures, and proper machine operations.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
  • Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
  • Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Updated production metrics and facilitate regular team communication.
  • Monitored workers on site during production activities for safety procedures compliance.
  • Trained new maintenance employees on how to identify issues and troubleshoot box makers, case sealers , cap applicators and all equipment on production line.

Filler Operator

Clement Pappas
03.2012 - 02.2013
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for varies bottles sizes, 10oz up to 128oz.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
  • Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
  • Kept detailed production records and identified quality Issues with taste, brix, acid and ph.
  • Regulated machine flow, speed and temperature and stopped and reset machine to address malfunctions.
  • Reported malfunctions and errors to supervising staff, addressed concerns and supported other machine operators completing challenging workloads under tight schedules.

Label Machine Operator

Clement Pappas
02.2008 - 01.2010
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
  • Kept detailed production records on quality checks and identified issues on line to prevent holds.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for varies product sizes from 10oz to 128oz for daily operation.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.


Education

High School Diploma -

Balfour Education Center
Hendersonville, NC
06.2007

Skills

  • Accurate Weights
  • Sanitation Training
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Maintenance Requirements
  • Troubleshooting
  • Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
  • Equipment Repair
  • Technical Documentation
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Visual Inspection
  • Manufacturing

Timeline

Production Lead

Lassonde Pappas
03.2012 - 08.2023

Filler Operator

Clement Pappas
03.2012 - 02.2013

Label Machine Operator

Clement Pappas
02.2008 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

Balfour Education Center

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

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