Silbestre Castelan
NYC Metropolitan Area
Summary
Talented Team Leader, experienced, and dedicated to enhancing employee satisfaction, and business success. Diplomatic, and friendly, with proven commitment to employee training. Hardworking team player, bringing necessary experience, and knowledge to tackle any operational demand.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Chemical Operator
Sun Chemical Corporation
10.2024 - Current
- Monitored and managed chemical processing systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Monitored process parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow rates, and levels to ensure optimal production efficiency
- Maintained accurate records of production data, including batch numbers, quantities produced, and any deviations from specifications
- Followed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for handling hazardous materials and waste disposal in compliance with regulatory requirements
- Participated in safety meetings and training sessions to enhance knowledge of chemical hazards and emergency response procedures
Warehouse Forklift Operator
J. Alperin Co. Inc.
07.2024 - Current
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
Team Lead
GAL Manufacturing Corporation
09.2020 - 05.2024
- Trained new team members, by relaying information on company procedures (SOPs), and safety requirements (PPEs & OSHA Compliant).
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals (KPIs).
- Influenced positive change within the organization, through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests, and found coverage for short shifts.
- Oversaw quality control measures during all stages of material handling, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Utilized forklift to move shipments and material (5 to 10 tons) between departments.
Customer Account Representative
Rent-A-Center
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Delivered and set up products at customer homes, using a Commercial Motor Vehicle.
- Picked up, and serviced products in need of repair.
- Assisted with sales, credit calls, collections, and telemarketing.
- Increased client retention, consistently maintaining strong relationships with key accounts
- Improved response times, efficiently managing high-volume inquiries and requests
Administrative Assistant
Rios Law Firm P.C.
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Reduced misplaced documents by maintaining a clean and organized filing area, ensuring proper storage of important files.
- Maintained physical and computer-based filing systems.
- Improved overall office efficiency by consistently updating and maintaining a comprehensive filing system, ensuring quick access to essential information.
- Examined, categorized, and sorted incoming documents.
- Assisted with document scanning projects to transition paper files into a secure electronic database.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Machine Operator
Baldwin Ribbon & Stamping
06.2012 - 09.2019
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - History
Lehman College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY05.2025
Advanced Regents Diploma -
Dewitt Clinton High School
The Bronx, NY06.2006
Skills
- Forklift Operator
- Manufacturing
- Manual Lathe
- Pallet Jack
- Process Server
- Stamping Press
- Micrometer and caliper measuring
- Strong Leadership
- Sketch Drawing
- Microsoft Office
- Cash Handling
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
- Heavy Lifting
- Supervision
- Inventory Control
- Commercial Driving
- Telemarketing
- Quality Inspection
- Assembly
- Production Management
- Fire Extinguisher
Languages
English
Spanish
Certification
- Drivers License
- OSHA 30 General Industry
- Forklift Certified
- First Aid CPR/AED Certified
- Powered Industrial Truck/Aerial Lift Certified
Timeline
Chemical Operator
Sun Chemical Corporation
10.2024 - Current
Warehouse Forklift Operator
J. Alperin Co. Inc.
07.2024 - Current
Team Lead
GAL Manufacturing Corporation
09.2020 - 05.2024
Customer Account Representative
Rent-A-Center
11.2019 - 03.2020
Administrative Assistant
Rios Law Firm P.C.
09.2019 - 11.2019
Machine Operator
Baldwin Ribbon & Stamping
06.2012 - 09.2019
Bachelor Of Arts - History
Lehman College of The City University of New York
Advanced Regents Diploma -
Dewitt Clinton High School
Affiliations
USPA - United States Powerlifting Association - 2018, 2019, 2025
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