Ruben Hernandez
Las Cruces
Summary
Professional pipe extrusion technician with significant hands-on experience in the manufacturing process and standards of HDPE pipe. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in troubleshooting, maintenance, and ensuring safety compliance. Known for reliability and consistent achievement of high-quality results.
Overview
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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pipe Technician
The Mosaic Company
Bartow, FL
03.2022 - 01.2025
- I supervised and managed a crew of 4 in the HDPE extrusion industry. I was in charge of all safety aspects from Confined space, safe work, hot work, and many more permits required for a specific job for a given contractor. I was also in charge of handling bulk resin and carbon materials, loading of pipe shipments for mine site deliveries, pipe inventory, and proper documentation and storage of any and most paperwork in use at our facility. I also ensure that the product we are producing is within the specifications for the size of pipe being produced. I made pipe from 2"IPS up to 53"DIPS. I would make the proper adjustments to keep the product in specification, adjust the material ratios of carbon material and natural resin. I also helped create many of the S.O.P.s and L.O.T.O. procedures during my employment with the company as our manufacturing process was unique to the Mining company. I utilized mostly telehandlers for any given job but I was also trained in heavy equipment operations such as front end loaders and excavators to move pipe and equipment around our facility.
- Operated and maintained piping systems to ensure optimal functionality and safety standards.
- Troubleshot pipeline issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily maintenance tasks efficiently.
Extrusion Supervisor
Pipeline Plastics
Levelland, TX
03.2021 - 03.2022
- I spent my first year (on the previous job history section on this resume) as an extrusion operator. I was then promoted to a supervisor for the remainder of my time working there. Managed a crew of 14 co-workers and monitored their production on each extrusion line. Ensured safety compliance for a crew of 14 and maintained product quality standards. Checked and verified that all paperwork was accurate and complete before the end of the shift. I trouble shot all problems as i was a night shift supervisor. I also was responsible for keeping track of raw material usage, unloading into silos via railcar, and mixtures of said materials. Spoke regularly at monthly safety meetings and attended several people leader conventions.
- Supervised extrusion processes to ensure quality and compliance with production standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce waste.
Extrusion Supervisor
Tubi Group LLC
Pecos, TX
09.2019 - 03.2021
- I oversaw a 3-to-4-man crew. Ensured safety and quality in HDPE products while monitoring entire extrusion process. I work on anything to do with the machinery including material handling, PM, troubleshooting and product shipping. As well as quality testing to make sure our products meet strict specifications. Following ASTM and AWWA protocols and standards.
- Supervised extrusion processes to ensure product quality and compliance with specifications.
- Coordinated production schedules, optimizing workflow across multiple lines for efficiency.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment operation and safety protocols.
Extrusion Technician
Pipeline Plastics
Levelland, TX
03.2017 - 08.2019
- Operated 1 of 10 extrusion lines, ensuring adherence to quality standards. Managed line setup, startup, and ensured compliance with required specifications by maintaining satisfactory material usage, sampling, and instrumental readings to verify product quality. Packaged products for shipping, ensuring readiness for distribution. I did this for a little over 1 year and became a supervisor soon after.
- Operated extrusion machinery to produce high-quality plastic products.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Adjusted machine settings for optimal performance and product specifications.
Clerk
LLANO LOGISTICS
Lubbock, TX
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Dispatched all deliveries to the unloading bay and accounted for every item unloaded and entered into inventory. Assigned unloading tasks to dock workers, maintaining workflow efficiency during delivery processes. Verified paperwork from dock workers to ensure precise inventory counts, preventing discrepancies in stock management. Maintained a workflow where trucks were always backed into our docks, which included about 15 bays. To never have an empty bay or have an unloader waiting for work.
- Managed inventory records using warehouse management systems to ensure accuracy and timely updates.
- Processed incoming shipments and coordinated logistics for outbound deliveries, enhancing efficiency in operations.
- Assisted in maintaining safety protocols and compliance standards within warehouse environment to reduce incidents.
Order Selector
POTATO SPECIALTY
Lubbock, TX
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Assigned 2 trucks to load per night. Each truck consists of around 1,000 to 1,300 cases to select, palletize and load onto trucks. Orders were selected from last stop (loaded to the front of the truck) to first stop (loaded to the back doors). Cases were selected, put on pallets, to where I then took the pallet to the truck and proceeded to take the cases back off the pallet and load onto the truck. I was given a time deadline to finish loading the truck before it shipped off to the stores. We were required to pick no less than 100 pieces/hour.
- Operated pallet jack and forklift for efficient order selection and product movement.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure product standards were consistently met.
Education
High school diploma -
Levelland High School
Levelland, TX05-2014
Skills
- Lockout/tagout procedures
- Machine guarding
- Pipeline safety protocols
- Front loader operations
- Earthmoving equipment
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Office
- Heavy machinery operation
- Excavation techniques
Certification
- Driver's License
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- Forklift Certification
Languages
English - Fluent
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Senior Pipe Technician
The Mosaic Company
03.2022 - 01.2025
Extrusion Supervisor
Pipeline Plastics
03.2021 - 03.2022
Extrusion Supervisor
Tubi Group LLC
09.2019 - 03.2021
Extrusion Technician
Pipeline Plastics
03.2017 - 08.2019
Clerk
LLANO LOGISTICS
08.2016 - 12.2016
Order Selector
POTATO SPECIALTY
08.2014 - 08.2016
High school diploma -
Levelland High School