Thalia Alas
La Grange,IL
Summary
Experienced with managing production lines and leading teams to achieve operational goals. Utilizes problem-solving skills to enhance workflow and boost productivity. Track record of maintaining high-quality standards and fostering team collaboration to meet production targets. My tenure at Pures Food Specialties LCC honed my skills in production monitoring and team training. I excel in maintaining safety and reducing downtime. My proactive approach and attention to detail have consistently improved operational workflows and team performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Packaging Machine Operator
Pures Food Specialties LCC
01.2022 - Current
- Troubleshot machine alarms and jams, repairing machines and thoroughly documenting results.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper machine operation, safety protocols, and company policies.
- Replenished packaging supplies such as printer ribbon and boxes to maintain inventory.
- Improved packaging efficiency by implementing standardized operating procedures for machine setup and operation.
- Operated various types of packaging machines, adapting quickly to different product requirements and packaging materials.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines, ensuring timely order fulfillment.
- Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and troubleshooting packaging equipment issues.
- Verified correct items, lot numbers and product shipments to meet customer expectations and standards of quality.
- Supported other departments as needed to maintain efficient overall plant operations, demonstrating flexibility in cross-functional roles.
- Ensured safe working conditions by adhering to established safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
- Kept production lines running smoothly and efficiently at all times.
- Maintained clean, tidy and safe working environment in packing area.
- Counted and recorded finished and rejected packaged items.
- Regulated machine flow, speed and temperature and stopped and reset machine to address malfunctions.
Line Lead
Elitte Stafing, TRG Staffing
11.2017 - 08.2021
- Assisted in training new employees and implementing procedural changes.
- Trained and monitored line associates to perform proper assembly techniques, apply best practices and comply with safety procedures.
- Reduced downtime for machinery by conducting regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Communicated shift handover information to keep personnel aware of incomplete tasks.
- Trained new employees on production line processes, ensuring a smooth transition into their roles and maintaining high performance standards.
- Conducted thorough quality control inspections of finished products, ensuring adherence to established specifications and industry standards.
- Monitored product quality to achieve superior quality reputation.
- Maintained open lines of communication between management and production staff, successfully resolving any conflicts or concerns that arose during daily operations.
- Met tight deadlines consistently by effectively managing resources, prioritizing tasks, and monitoring progress.
- Managed conflict resolutions to encourage professional and positive relationships.
- Coordinated staff, parts and process flow to minimize work in progress, eliminate shortages, and maximize productivity.
- Reduced waste by introducing efficient material usage practices.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
Education
Lic. En Ciencias De La Comunicación -
Universidad Autonoma De Guerrero
Guerrero, Mexico07-2012
Skills
- Production monitoring
- Team Training
- Safety procedures
- Stress tolerance
- Line clearance
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Production documentation
- Assembly procedures
- Production line work
- Materials assembly
- Palletizing
- Teamwork and coordination
- Pallet jacks
- Hand-held scanners
- Basic English
- Computer skills
Timeline
Packaging Machine Operator
Pures Food Specialties LCC
01.2022 - Current
Line Lead
Elitte Stafing, TRG Staffing
11.2017 - 08.2021
Lic. En Ciencias De La Comunicación -
Universidad Autonoma De Guerrero
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