Objective
Operations and Warehouse professional with 15+ years of experience in food and beverage manufacturing, supporting production planning, material coordination, and inventory optimization. Strong record of improving operational efficiency, safety, and compliance while leading cross-functional teams. Highly proficient in systems and data analysis, with a continuous improvement mindset. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Skills
Bilingual (Spanish & English)
Excel - Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, Office 365.
Warehouse Management
Team Leadership
Inventory Control
Production Monitoring and Scheduling
Quality Assurance
Data Analysis (Excel)
Regulatory Compliance
Work-Related Trainings¬¬¬
Chain of Custody ASC/MSC & GLOBALGAP.
Workplace Safety
Food Allergens: Introduction, Proper Handling,
Food Contamination, Adulteration, and Tampering.
Foodborne Illness: Introduction, Prevention.
Food Safety Standards: Introduction and SQF
Time Management
FSMA: Introduction
HACCP: Overview
Preventing Food Contamination
Salmonella: Controlling it in Food Manufacturing.
Fire Prevention and Protection
GHS: Pictograms and Hazards
Workplace Harassment and Discrimination.
CPR.
Technical Skills & Certifications:
• Microsoft Excel Certified
• Setting up, operating, maintaining and troubleshooting manufacturing production equipment
Professional Experience
Warehouse Senior Supervisor | Mowi USA | Arlington, Texas
September 2022 – Present
As Warehouse Senior Supervisor at Mowi USA, I lead day-to-day operations focusing on excellence and adherence to the highest standards. Here are some key aspects of my responsibilities:
• Operations Oversight: I oversee various operational facets, such as order pulling, staging, goods receiving, order shipping, and conducting inventory cycle counts.
• Quality Assurance: I ensure product quality aligns seamlessly with company food safety standards and FDA specifications.
• Team Management: Leading a team of fifteen employees, I actively manage their schedules and contribute to the onboarding process for new hires. This includes providing training to ensure a cohesive and efficient team.
• Inventory Management: I maintain a deep eye on inventory levels and material availability to support production. Timely reporting of any shortages to the management team is a routine practice.
• Reporting and Data Analysis: Leveraging my proficiency in Excel, I pull data from diverse sources and create insightful reports, contributing to informed decision-making for the next day's inbound activities.
• Safety and Compliance: I maintain a secure working environment, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols, EHS policies, proper use of PPE, and implementing best practices. Additionally, I ensure strict compliance with FDA regulatory practices, meticulously documenting and addressing modifications.
• Supervision: Overseeing production level, order picking, staging, and shipment processes, I actively contribute to the smooth functioning of the warehouse.
Manufacturing-Production Technician | PepsiCo | Arlington, Texas
February 2017- August 2022
In my previous role as a manufacturing production Technician at PepsiCo, I was integral to the daily production schedules. Some highlights include:
• Logistics Collaboration: Liaising with the logistics department, I oversaw the planning and procurement of materials and supplies, ensuring a streamlined production process.
• Multifaceted Responsibilities: I managed various tasks, including case check weighing, automatic palletizer operations, dump room management, equipment maintenance, and overseeing the Work in Progress (WIP) process.
• Task Execution: Issuing orders, fulfilling pick tickets, organizing product storage, and handling additional responsibilities as assigned by the Team Leader and supervisor.
Quality Control Specialist | Volt Workforce Solutions-Pepsi | Arlington, Texas
Nov 2016– Feb 2017
During my time as a Quality Control Specialist, I played a crucial role in maintaining product quality and compliance:
• Quality Audits: Conducting daily quality audits on completed products to verify compliance with specified standards.
• Accuracy Assessment: Checking the accuracy of label descriptions and assessing the quality of bags and cartons.
• Documentation: Documenting carton inspections and promptly reporting any identified quality issues.
Shipping & Receiving Supervisor| Calavo Growers Inc. | Garland, Texas.
Apr 2014 – Nov 2015
As the Shipping & Receiving Supervisor at Calavo Growers Inc., I played a pivotal role in overseeing dock activities and personnel. Here are some key responsibilities and achievements during my tenure:
• Supervision and Safety: Supervised all dock activities and personnel, ensuring the safe and efficient loading and unloading of freight.
• Compliance Management: Conducted daily inspections to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and internal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Freight Monitoring: Monitored freight movement through various computer software applications, ensuring accurate tracking and timely deliveries.
• Collaboration and Planning: Collaborated with the production planning team to strategize deliveries for the upcoming day, ensuring seamless coordination between shipping and production.
• Performance Assessment: Assessed the efficiency and performance of dispatch and distribution activities, identifying areas for improvement and recommending strategic changes.
• Customer-focused operations: Ensured that all product handling and delivery practices met customer expectations and aligned with daily, weekly, monthly, and annual business goals.
• Document Management: Managed crucial documents such as advanced shipping notices, pick slips, and bills of lading, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Budget Control: Controlled the shipping department budget by collaborating with warehouse, buying, and other managers to optimize processes.
• Issue Resolution: Resolved issues related to shipped orders, utilizing software for tracking, checking, prioritizing, and routing orders.
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