Xavier Lopez

Plant Operations Technician

• Ensured safe working environment through adherence to plant safety procedures and regulations.
• Conducted minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance for operational efficiency.
• Operated machining equipment safely within a collaborative team.
• Trained new employees on company policies, equipment operation, and best practices.
• Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency standards.
• Conducted Quality checks including SG, PH, Weight checks, ensuring product integrity.
• Provided production records sign-offs and suggested process improvements.
• Conducted routine Health and Safety checks, recommending necessary changes.
• Engaged in labeling, packing, strapping, wrapping, cleaning, and painting tasks.
• Efficiently operated a Propane Forklift for truck loading and unloading.
• Maintained communication with Lead-hand and team members for smooth operations.
• Assisted in troubleshooting and supported Lead-hand through hands-on knowledge.
• Adhered to Nutriag’s policies, Health and Safety standards, and Quality protocols.

Chemical Processing Technician

• Ensured safe chemical operations by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
• Operated chemical processing equipment to maintain optimal performance.
• Safely handled hazardous chemicals and heavy machinery to prevent accidents.
• Managed chemical storage, retrieval, mixing, and monitoring processes.
• Calibrated chemical equipment for accurate performance.
• Conducted rigorous quality control tests to maintain high-quality standards.
• Tracked and documented production data accurately for record-keeping.
• Identified and mitigated potential workplace hazards.
• Safely operated machinery and forklifts during chemical operations.
• Conducted chemical tests using lab equipment to verify product quality.
• Operated chemical reactors, pumps, and centrifuges for commercial-grade production.
• Regulated temperature, pressure, feed, and flow for successful processing.
• Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines while maintaining quality.
• Optimized production efficiency through accurate records and process improvements.
• Safely transferred materials using a filter housing from mixing tanks.

Warehouse Operations Specialist

• Located materials and supplies by pulling and verifying items on production orders.
• Sorted materials for scanning, ensuring alignment with production goals.
• Safely operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment to transport materials within the facility.
• Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance warehouse efficiency.
• Utilized RF scanners to track orders and verify inventory accuracy.
• Observed safety procedures to prevent injuries and maintained a clean work environment.
• Leveraged material handling equipment to receive and ship freight efficiently.
• Improved inventory management through accurate data entry and organization.
• Reduced order fulfillment times by efficiently picking and packing items for shipment.
• Prepared detailed reports on material handling activities for management review.
• Cleaned, sanitized, and maintained equipment and storage areas to comply with regulations.
• Organized and stacked various materials for efficient storage and retrieval.
• Loaded and unloaded goods from warehouse to trucks for shipping or storage.

Warehouse Operations:

• Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products, ensuring efficient movement within the warehouse.
• Loaded, unloaded, and transferred materials between storage and production areas, maintaining workflow.
• Kept warehouse stations and equipment in compliance with OSHA requirements, ensuring safety and functionality.

Inventory Management:

• Maintained accurate inventory records to support audits and fulfill order requests promptly.
• Ensured customer satisfaction by meticulously inspecting all packed fruits for quality control before shipment.

Safety and Equipment Maintenance:

• Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe work environment, adhering to safety guidelines and protocols.
• Adjusted and maintained plant equipment to ensure safety and optimal performance.

Production Operations:

• Managed the mixing of food sugar powder and fruits into tanks, monitoring carefully with equipment.
• Transferred mixtures from tanks to smart seal buckets or 55-gallon drums with precision and care.
• Conducted labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking of buckets/tubs to meet quality standards.
• Safely shipped pallets of tubs or buckets into trucks for distribution.

Construction and Warehouse Skills:

Material Handling:

• Efficiently transported materials and tools from trucks and storage to work sites, ensuring organization for anticipated needs.
• Safely operated forklifts to load, unload, and transport materials within warehouse facilities.
• Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers with precision and care.

Construction Techniques:

• Utilized a range of tools including hammers, saws, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects effectively.
• Cut wood to precise measurements using a Worm Drive Corded Circular Saw, minimizing material waste and ensuring accuracy.
• Painted yellow bollards and parking spots to enhance safety and organization on job sites.

Team Collaboration:

• Assisted in project completion by collaborating with team members to efficiently complete tasks on time.
• Maintained organized job sites to contribute to enhanced worker productivity and faster completion times.

Safety and Efficiency:

• Observed and adhered to safety regulations on job sites, minimizing accidents and injuries.
• Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
• Improved warehouse efficiency by organizing and maintaining a clean work area.