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Tirso Garcia

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at INX International as a Machine Operator. Proven expertise in quality control and machinery operation, complemented by strong problem-solving skills. Adept at ensuring production standards and enhancing workflow efficiency, consistently contributing to team success and operational excellence.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Machine Operator / Mixing Operator

INX International
Charlotte, NC
10.2019 - Current
  • Sets up, runs, and tends machinery to blend and mix pigments according to specifications. Key responsibilities include measuring and loading raw materials, monitoring the mixing process to ensure desired consistency, collecting samples for quality control, recording production data, and performing routine cleaning and maintenance on equipment.
  • Material Handling: Pour specified amounts of materials into machinery, load materials, and move products or equipment between work areas.
  • Quality Control: Collect samples of mixed materials for testing to ensure they meet quality standards.
  • Data Recording: Record operational and production data con designated forms.
  • Adherence to Standards: Follow production schedules and standards operating procedures.

Warehouse Specialist

Cardinal Healthcare
Charlotte, NC
09.2010 - 10.2019
  • Responsible for performing or controlling a combination of manual or automated tasks necessary for the shipment of products. This may include functions of picking, packing, shipping, etc.

Warehouse Clerk / Forklift Operator

West Logistics
Charlotte, NC
12.2008 - 09.2009
  • Receiving, stocking, distributing, and inventory control.
  • Maintained inventory records, performed cycle counts, etc.
  • Performed warehouse work related to shipping, storage, distribution, or delivery of products.

Warehouse Clerk / Forklift Operator

Qualitest Pharmaceuticals
Charlotte, NC
03.2008 - 12.2008
  • Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other powered equipment.
  • Loaded / Unloaded: Safety loaded and unloaded materials onto trailers and into storage.
  • Stored products accurately and efficiently in designated storage bays.
  • Transported materials and goods throughout the warehouse facility.
  • Managed inventory levels, and maintained accurate records.
  • Conducted pre-shift equipment inspections and performed basic maintenance.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols, company policies, and OSHA standards.
  • Collaborated with team members and supervisors to ensure smooth workflow.

Lab Technician

Sun Chemicals
Charlotte, NC
01.2005 - 12.2008
  • Responsible of improving the appearance, durability and functionality of adhesives, coating and inks. Offering brilliant colors, high gloss appeal, good mechanical and chemical resistance, and better flow properties. Support and troubleshooting on special projects for our customers and our manufacturing dept. as well. Specialized in solving problems, answering questions and interfacing with sales department. Established protocol for working with new customers and implementing new technologies.
  • Performs all tests required to achieve the physical and chemical properties of inks, such as rheology, tack, drying, gloss, non-rub, and printability to substrate. Maintain an active file on all formulas to serve as future reference, which contains all pertinent information by product line, and prepares laboratory reports and completed projects.
  • Performs all laboratory-related functions in the SAP system, such as formula entry, formula revision, cost simulations, inventory inquiry, etc.
  • Prepares cost simulations, review and reformulates inks to achieve better cost effectiveness when color matching.

Education

BBA - Business Administration

American University
Bayamon, PR
05-1998

Skills

  • Machinery operation
  • Mixing techniques
  • Quality control
  • Data recording
  • Safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Shipping processes
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Strong work ethic
  • Forklift operation

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Machine Operator / Mixing Operator

INX International
10.2019 - Current

Warehouse Specialist

Cardinal Healthcare
09.2010 - 10.2019

Warehouse Clerk / Forklift Operator

West Logistics
12.2008 - 09.2009

Warehouse Clerk / Forklift Operator

Qualitest Pharmaceuticals
03.2008 - 12.2008

Lab Technician

Sun Chemicals
01.2005 - 12.2008

BBA - Business Administration

American University