Arcadio Mercado
Delano,CA
Summary
My innovation allowed me to engage in projects which not only saved the company millions of dollars, but also made the work-flow more efficient. These jobs allowed me to see the process of the work field from inside and out, excelling my skills in automation and manufacturing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Continuous Improvement Industrial Engineer
Wonderful Citrus
Delano, CA
04.2024 - 05.2026
- Analyzed production processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Developed and implemented process optimization strategies to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflow and reduce lead times.
- Conducted root cause analysis on equipment failures, leading to targeted maintenance plans.
- Designed layout modifications for facilities to improve space utilization and safety compliance.
- Utilized statistical tools for data analysis to drive decision-making in production planning.
- Trained team members on best practices in engineering methodologies and safety protocols.
- Led initiatives focused on waste reduction, contributing to sustainability goals within operations.
- Enhanced overall operational efficiency through redesigning workflow and layout of production lines.
- Provided technical support and troubleshooting expertise for equipment malfunctions, reducing downtime and maintaining production targets.
- Oversaw engineering operations for company with $2,000,000 in yearly revenue.
Continuous Improvement Intern
Wonderful
Delano, Ca
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Actively participated in project planning sessions with senior leadership team members.
- Facilitated workshops with stakeholders to promote awareness of continuous improvement strategies.
- Documented lessons learned from successful projects for future reference purposes.
- Understanding the process of machinery such as photo-eye sensors, label printers, etc.
- Created multiple forms within the company to allow paper forms to turn to electronic forms.
- Actively sought out cheaper and more efficient ways of work within wonderful.
- Created standard operating procedures for new processes and updated existing SOPs as needed.
- Monitored performance on materials and compared to previous materials to see which is more efficient.
- Performed root cause analysis for identified problems and developed corrective actions accordingly.
- Collaborated with other teams to develop and implement process improvements.
- Evaluated precision and accuracy of production and testing equipment and engineering drawings to formulate corrective action plan.
- Engaged with outside companies to format quotes for new machinery/material.
Shipping Clerk
Randstand
Delano, CA
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Engaged in customer service, BOA's, and gained proficiency in Oracle.
- Excelled in appointments and work orders within the program.
Floor Help
Randstand
Delano, Ca
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Hands on dumping 50lb buckets of produce in separate containers based on the quality of the fruit.
- Operated pallet jack to move crates of produce.
- Assisted sorters with buckets of oranges.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of California, Merced
Merced, CA12-2025
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Clerical Support
- Customer Satisfaction
- Office Operations
- Continuous Improvement Projects
- Financial Records
- Process Integration
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Technical Presentations
- Design Layouts
- Process Measurements
- Performance Analytics
- Systems Development
- Work Orders
- Mathematical Calculations
- CAD-Fusion 360
- Code-Python
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Continuous Improvement Industrial Engineer
Wonderful Citrus
04.2024 - 05.2026
Continuous Improvement Intern
Wonderful
07.2023 - 08.2023
Shipping Clerk
Randstand
10.2021 - 06.2022
Floor Help
Randstand
11.2019 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of California, Merced