Victor Castro
Summary
Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Blending Technician
Manna Beverages
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Operated blending machinery to produce beverage formulations consistently meeting quality standards.
- Conducted quality control tests on blended products, identifying and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Helped prepare customer orders by filling and labeling batches.
- Reduced material waste by implementing efficient blending techniques and carefully measuring ingredients.
- Maintained detailed records of blend formulas, processes, and equipment settings for future reference and replication purposes.
- Coordinated with Quality Assurance department to maintain high-quality standards throughout the entire production process.
- Assisted in daily clean up of lab, product service room and equipment.
- Performed routine calibration tests on laboratory instruments to ensure accuracy in measurements during the blending process.
- Optimized inventory management through accurate tracking of raw materials, finished goods, and blending supplies.
- Completed large-batch blending by measuring out materials and using industrial-sized mixers to distribute materials evenly.
- Checked products carefully with screens and bagged large batches and smaller quality according to order specifications.
- Weighed out materials carefully and followed label requirements for each package.
Saw Machine Operator
Quanex
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Operated saw machines to cut materials with precision and efficiency
- Monitored machine performance, identifying and resolving issues promptly
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment, ensuring operational reliability
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production targets while maintaining high-quality output.
- Maximized production efficiency with proper management of raw materials and waste disposal.
- Maintained detailed records of completed tasks, providing valuable data for process improvements and inventory control.
- Optimized cutting patterns to minimize material waste, resulting in cost savings for the company.
Machine Operator
American Building Supply
08.2020 - 12.2023
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
Stocker
Costco Wholesale Corp
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
Sales Associate
Shell Gas Station
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
- Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
- Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
- Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
- Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies.
Meat Cutter
Rays Food Place
07.2013 - 09.2015
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Verified proper inventory levels, product quality and freshness to prevent sale of spoiled products.
- Maintained and stocked display cases by transporting wrapped products from work area or cooler to display cases.
- Performed meat inspections and checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.
- Prepare customized meat orders, cut requests and wholesale services daily.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
College of The Siskiyous
Weed, CA05.2016
High School Diploma -
Hiram W. Johnson High School
Sacramento, CA05.2013
Skills
- Good Communication
- Safety Standards Compliance
- Heavy Lifting
- Safe Machine Operation
- Attention to Detail
- Quality Inspections and Reporting
- Workstation Equipment Monitoring
- Knowledge of Production Processes
- Reading and Determining Measurements
- Scheduling Flexibility
Timeline
Blending Technician
Manna Beverages
09.2024 - 10.2025
Saw Machine Operator
Quanex
01.2024 - 08.2024
Machine Operator
American Building Supply
08.2020 - 12.2023
Stocker
Costco Wholesale Corp
10.2018 - 06.2020
Sales Associate
Shell Gas Station
05.2016 - 01.2018
Meat Cutter
Rays Food Place
07.2013 - 09.2015
Associate of Arts - Business
College of The Siskiyous
High School Diploma -
Hiram W. Johnson High School