Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Education And Training
Timeline
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WMEL MENDOZA

WMEL MENDOZA

Waseca,USA

Summary

  • Experienced Production Technician and Leader with 10+ years of progressive career growth gained in fast-paced, highquality production environments supporting demanding customers. Bilingual employee fluent in English & Spanish with perfect attendance for 10+ years.
  • Skilled Machine Operator experienced at operating large-scale, high-speed machinery, with demonstrated success in delivering business results while monitoring safety, quality and productivity.
  • Critical Thinker, - patient, determined and persistent - able to manage multiple priorities and challenges while accomplishing operational directives.
  • Effective Communicator - courteous, professional and tactful - able to work collaboratively in team environments or independently.

Diligent Desired Position with robust background in operating machinery and ensuring seamless production processes. Leveraged expertise to maintain high safety standards and minimize downtime. Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting equipment issues and optimizing workflow efficiency.

Organized Operator skilled in equipment operation, safety and quality initiatives. Experienced with equipment maintenance, inspections and basic repairs. Team player and clear communicator.

Committed Job Title with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

HEADER TUBING OPERATOR

Daikin
08.2024 - Current
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
  • Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
  • Improved product quality with meticulous attention to detail during inspection and sorting processes.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area, setting standard for workplace tidiness and efficiency.

Warehouse Supervisor

Lakesidefoods
05.2020 - 09.2024

Warehouse Mechanic

Lakesidefoods
08.2019 - 05.2020

Label Machine Operator

Lakesidefoods
02.2018 - 08.2019
  • Assisted in troubleshooting machine issues, quickly identifying problems and implementing solutions to minimize disruptions.
  • Supported inventory management efforts by communicating material needs and usage with the supply chain department regularly.
  • Expedited changeovers between different products or label types by preparing materials and adjusting machine setups efficiently.
  • Collaborated with quality assurance teams to address any labeling discrepancies or concerns promptly.

Assistant Team Leader / Folder Machine Operator - Pressroom

QUAD/GRAPHICS
01.2007 - 12.2017
  • Company Overview: A 400 employees / 770K sq
  • Ft
  • Commercial printing plant, formerly owned by Brown Printing and acquired in 2014 by Quad/Graphics, the international, $4.8B Sales commercial printer
  • This production / distribution plant specialized in printing, finishing and distributing weekly, biweekly & monthly magazines and catalogs plus special interest business and consumer publication
  • The printing industry is adapting to ever-evolving e-communications and to a changing / shrinking print communications market place
  • Website: www.qg.com
  • Key member of a four to six-member production team and principal assistant to and fill-in for the Lead Operator
  • Oversee training and development of team members
  • Training to be Lead Operator at time of closure announcement
  • Inspect printed materials for defects and assure quality of product
  • Troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on an Provide technical support to the Customer Service Representatives and identify problems and offer solutions
  • Continuously monitor flow of materials, equipment set-ups, job progress, quality and scheduling
  • Apply 5S Lean principles of workplace organization and adhere to ISO9000 standards
  • Adjust tension, Check PH/Conductivity; Adjust the Delivery Stacker, Set Register and Install Blankets
  • Troubleshoot / Repair / Maintain the water supply center and adjust amounts for proper ink solution
  • A 400 employees / 770K sq
  • Ft
  • Commercial printing plant, formerly owned by Brown Printing and acquired in 2014 by Quad/Graphics, the international, $4.8B Sales commercial printer
  • This production / distribution plant specialized in printing, finishing and distributing weekly, biweekly & monthly magazines and catalogs plus special interest business and consumer publication
  • The printing industry is adapting to ever-evolving e-communications and to a changing / shrinking print communications market place
  • Website: www.qg.com

Education

Former Student - Engineering Mechanic

Instituto Technologico de Reynosa

High School Graduate -

Jose De Escandon Preparatoria

Skills

  • Machine operation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Inventory management
  • Quality control
  • Preventative maintenance

Education And Training

Former Student, Engineering Mechanic, Instituto Technologico de Reynosa, High School Graduate, Jose De Escandon Preparatoria, General Safety, PPE, Fire Extinguisher, Pallet Jack, Machine Safe Guarding, Lockout/Tagout, Ergonomics, Ladder Safety, MSDS, HR Training including Harassment Awareness and FMLA

Timeline

HEADER TUBING OPERATOR

Daikin
08.2024 - Current

Warehouse Supervisor

Lakesidefoods
05.2020 - 09.2024

Warehouse Mechanic

Lakesidefoods
08.2019 - 05.2020

Label Machine Operator

Lakesidefoods
02.2018 - 08.2019

Assistant Team Leader / Folder Machine Operator - Pressroom

QUAD/GRAPHICS
01.2007 - 12.2017

Former Student - Engineering Mechanic

Instituto Technologico de Reynosa

High School Graduate -

Jose De Escandon Preparatoria
WMEL MENDOZA