Ryan Serrata
Corpus Christi,TX
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Technician
Camin Cargo Control
Corpus Christi, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Conducted chemical analysis using advanced laboratory equipment to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Developed and implemented quality control protocols for accurate testing results and improved efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on laboratory procedures and best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Streamlined sample preparation processes, reducing turnaround time without compromising accuracy.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and enhance overall lab operations.
- Maintained meticulous records of experiments and results, ensuring traceability for regulatory compliance.
- Led initiatives for safety improvement, significantly reducing workplace hazards through rigorous training programs.
- Evaluated new technologies and methodologies to optimize testing processes and enhance service delivery.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
25B- Information Technology Specialist
The United States Army
11.2018 - Current
- I install, operate and maintain computer systems and local area networks (LAN). In addition I can perform system administration (SA) and maintain computers and servers within the computing environment (CE) and the network environment (NE). Perform network administration (NA); install, configure and maintain network equipment within the LAN. Install, operate, and maintain commercial off the shelf (COTS) equipment (i.e. routers, switches, desktop and laptop computers). Provide direct support for Information Dissemination and Content Staging. Perform Network Operations (NETOPS) Service Desk Management, which includes incident and problem processing, change request processing, availability management and user interaction. Assists in the planning, configuration, management, and monitoring of the wide area network (WAN). As an information technology Specialist I also provide customer and network administration services. As well as Construct, edit, and test computer programs. I oversee equipment worth millions of dollars and am trusted with confidential material. We pride ourselves with security, always taking extreme precautions with whatever material that could possibly cost us our future with just one tiny mistake.I performed developmental and Major Test assignments under closer than normal supervision. Assignments became progressively more difficult until the full-performance level is reached and the task is 100% correct.
- Work schedule: Monday-Sunday
- 24/7 on the clock
Logistics Specialist/Class A Driver/Roof loader
SRS Distribution
07.2022 - 01.2023
- I was responsible for transporting heavy items such as shingles and other roofing supplies to local customers from one location to another on a frequent basis. I would plan my routes daily, drive under pressure, follow all traffic laws, and state licensing requirements. I was responsible for inspecting, organizing, cleaning, and maintaining the Semi-trucks to ensure the vehicle is safe and up to (DOT) standard. This job requires a high degree of physical strength and stamina, as well as reliability and an ability to work with customers. As a driver you must be able to access a jobsite and make tough decisions on whether or not it is safe to do so. You may also be required at times to get on a customers roof to either load or unload the material as safe as you possibly can. You must not be afraid of heights when getting on a roof. To ensure safety on a roof we are required to use a harness and self-retracting lifelines. You must be aware at all times on a jobsite and make sure you are following all the guidelines the company and OSHA requires. Must have basic math skills for inventory counts; and English verbal and written skills to be able to read purchase orders and communicate with team members. Most of the time I would properly and safely stock our roofing materials in our warehouse, pull inventory for customer pick-ups, use a forklift to unload inventory from incoming delivery trucks and load our trucks for jobsite deliveries. I insured accurate counts of inventory as it comes in and goes out, rotate stock and properly handle any damaged materials.
- Work schedule: Monday-Friday
- Hours worked per week: 40-50
City Carrier Assistant
United States Postal Service
10.2021 - 06.2022
- In this role you deliver and collect mail on foot or by vehicle in a city area. Making sure Amazon packages are delivered Monday through Sunday. Work in hazards weather conditions. Also you maintain good relations with customers and have a general familiarity with postal laws, regulations, and products for your area. As a CCA you provide a critical service to your community by ensuring mail is ordered correctly by address, parcels and envelopes. We are responsible for the mail of resident and businesses during weekdays, weekends and holidays with opportunities for career promotion.
- Work schedule: Monday-Sunday
- Hours worked per week: 45
Merchandiser/Driver Helper
L&F Distributors(Budweiser)
07.2020 - 10.2021
- I handle and merchandise several loads at a time of Anheuser-Busch products and Redbull products. The loads usually contain 600-1000 cases of beer separated on pallets. When receiving these loads I must downstack the beer while taking note of the inventory. Then I began to separate what needs to be stocked on the shelves from what needs to be put on backstock. When working I obtained a forklift and power jack certification that is needed for the backstocked beer and Red Bull. Work is usually performed indoors and sometimes can be outdoors depending on if I go help on the side loader trucks or 18 wheeler outdoors. Outdoors we deliver to Stripes and Corner Stores and small family owned markets. While delivering to the smaller franchises I constantly endure various types of weather such as freezing cold, extreme heat, and light to heavy rain. In addition I deal with various types of obstacles. These obstacles include potholes, gravel, construction sites, and working around customers or employees using a dolly holding up to 100 pounds of beer. The majority of the time I’m in receiving located in the back of H-E-B in a well-lit and ventilated area. I’m regularly exposed to possible injury associated with handling equipment, work noises, dirt, and fumes. I frequently handle objects weighing up to 35 pounds without assistance, and over 200 pounds with assistance from another worker or weight handling equipment. I do Constant kneeling, crouching, stooping and walking. I am required to continuously use my hands to hold and position products on pallets and other locations. I handle specific instructions given to me by my supervisor prior to my arrival at work, the instructions given to me are clear and given routinely. Work is checked in progress and upon completion for compliance with instructions, quality of workmanship, and rate of production. I’m responsible for following all safety procedures for using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and I must check equipment for proper operation before I begin my load. During more difficult tasks, I perform under guidance of my supervisor and subjected to further spot checks. I am relied upon to fully complete my load and handle thousands of dollars worth of beer. Furthermore I am dependent on to be able to read, identify errors and make any corrections to my noted beer that is either backstocked or going on the shelves in the beer aisle.
- Work schedule: Monday-Friday
- Hours worked per week: 40-50
Customer Service Associate
H-E-B
Corpus Christi, TX
11.2017 - 10.2018
- Duties include bagging groceries, helping customers, retrieving baskets, stock, and load company trucks. While bagging groceries I had to ensure I was acknowledging the customer by engaging in light conversation as well as keeping up with the cashiers pace. I also had to make sure I was bagging like items in the same bag. Bagging included lifting over 35 pound items into the basket, bending, squatting and standing for long periods at a time. When retrieving baskets I had to stand for six to eight hours and push over 200 pounds at a time. I pushed baskets in an orderly fashion by splitting up the parking lot in sections to ensure I was keeping a fast pace. I pushed baskets outside in areas that were hot, damp, cold, drafty, and poorly lighted. This kind of work endedured cuts, scrapes, bruises, muscle strain, noise, abrasions, falls, and injury from the hot metal baskets. I often was asked to help restock items on the shelves. In doing so I had to pull pallets which could weigh from 200 pounds to 1000 pounds depending on the size of the pallet. I was required to bend, squat, and lift over 35 pounds above my head.
- Work schedule: Monday-Friday
- Hours worked per week: 30
Cashier
Smoothie King
Corpus Christi, TX
09.2016 - 10.2017
- As a cashier at Smoothie King, I showed proficiency in customer service and mathematics. Not only did I take orders from customers but I also needed to answer customers’ queries and provide information with regards to the food products sold at the store. I had to compute and record transactions at my POS terminal and count the money that went in my cash drawer. I did keep track of our inventory as well and ensured that we had everything that we needed in stock. Other key responsibilities include issuing receipts, replacing orders, and maintaining the cleanliness of my workstation. As an in store worker I was expected to use the knowledge of positional skills, maintain and implement health and safety guidelines and follow all company policies and operational procedures. I also needed to provide quality products and services while maintaining a safe and clean environment to ensure one hundred percent customer satisfaction. It was an absolute to show strong and highly efficient customer service skills and a positive attitude towards everything. In addition I was responsible for blending nutritious smoothie based on the company’s standard blend, quantity and quality. It was my responsibility to clean and prepare the work area as well as prepare all the equipment and ingredients needed. Another duty I took care of was to make sure that the inventory is well stocked. I also needed to verify that the prepared orders met the company’s standard for food quality and quantity. I often stood for long periods at a time, kept a steady work pace, ensured great customer service.
- Work schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
- Hours worked per week: 20
- Customer Service
Education
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Del Mar College
11.2025
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United States Army AIT schooling
05.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Mary Carroll High school
06.2017
Skills
- Military training, communication, problem solver, proficient in Microsoft office, adaptability, multitasker, Combatives Critical thinking skillsleadership skills
- Created a virtual training environment to help increase soldiers' skills in maintaining and troubleshooting network operations Excellent tracking and surveillance awareness Hardworking and great at adapting
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Sample preparation
- Lab result interpretation
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Research and documentation
- Chemical handling
- Hazardous materials handling
- Hazardous waste management
- Equipment calibration
- Reagent preparation
- Instrument Calibration
- Scientific writing
- Analytical chemistry
Certification
- Class A CDL
- Tanker/Hazmat Endorsement
- Security clearance(Military)
- Combat lifesaver course certificate(Military)
- Certificate of Achievement(Military)
- Forklift cert
- Power jack cert
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Camin Cargo Control
12.2023 - Current
Logistics Specialist/Class A Driver/Roof loader
SRS Distribution
07.2022 - 01.2023
City Carrier Assistant
United States Postal Service
10.2021 - 06.2022
Merchandiser/Driver Helper
L&F Distributors(Budweiser)
07.2020 - 10.2021
25B- Information Technology Specialist
The United States Army
11.2018 - Current
Customer Service Associate
H-E-B
11.2017 - 10.2018
Cashier
Smoothie King
09.2016 - 10.2017
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Del Mar College
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United States Army AIT schooling
High School Diploma - undefined
Mary Carroll High school