Christian Gonzalez
Los Angeles
Summary
Efficient stocker and order filler with experience in fast-paced warehouse environments. Skilled in accurate inventory management, product placement, and order processing to ensure seamless operations. Demonstrated ability to improve storage systems for easy access and minimal handling time, significantly enhancing workflow and reducing errors. Proven track record of maintaining cleanliness and organization of stock areas, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Order Picker
Farm Fresh To You (Capay)
Vernon
11.2019 - Current
- Packaged items with appropriate materials to prevent damage during shipping.
- Packed products into designated boxes, taking care to protect items from damage or shifting during transport.
- Recommended disposal of obsolete stocks to write off unsellable items from inventory.
- Selected products and items from shelves and pallets for customer orders.
- Utilized RF scanner to accurately locate and pick various products from warehouse shelves.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
- Recorded accurate data on daily picking reports, including number of items picked, location in warehouse and any discrepancies found during inspection process.
- Maintained flexibility to rotate through different picking zones as required by management.
- Provided assistance in maintaining a clean working environment within the warehouse.
- Regularly inspected equipment for proper functioning and cleaned it after each use.
- Followed safety protocols while operating pallet jacks and forklifts for order picking.
- Reviewed packing slips and other documentation to properly box requested items for shipment.
- Participated in training sessions to improve picking techniques and learn new technologies.
- Labeled boxes and placed in outbound collection areas.
- Operated warehouse management software to update order statuses and inventory levels.
- Cleaned and organized aisles, work stations, and floors to promote operational productivity.
- Packed and prepared orders for shipping, ensuring items were securely wrapped.
- Operated warehouse equipment with caution and according to manufacturer instructions to reduce risk of accidents and malfunctions.
Heat Treat Operator
Continental Heat Treating
Santa Fe Springs
12.2010 - 04.2019
- Performed basic repairs and preventive maintenance on furnace equipment.
- Performed pre-heat treatments on materials in accordance with established procedures.
- Corrected minor imperfections by removing excess materials and buffing out problems.
- Unloaded and loaded vacuum, box and shaker furnaces with optimal efficiency.
- Reported non-conformance issues to supervisor for prompt action.
- Applied aging solutions to promote hardening of different materials during processing.
- Identified and managed optimal processing sequences, furnace temperatures and heat cycle requirements for each production run.
- Measured, tested and visually evaluated finished products to assess conformance with specifications and assign grades.
- Observed color changes in metals during the heating process to determine when parts are ready for removal from the furnace.
- Followed safety regulations while operating furnaces and performing other related tasks.
- Examined raw materials and production components to verify quality and characteristics required for successful heat treating.
- Checked hardness levels of metals after being subjected to a variety of heat treat processes.
- Calculated the proper annealing temperature for metal components according to customer specifications.
- Stamped identification marks on completed parts using both manual and machine punch techniques.
- Participated in daily maintenance activities such as cleaning furnace chambers and replacing worn out components.
- Coated raw materials with special materials to promote optimal heat spread and create uniform finishes.
- Completed visual inspections and manual testing to assess product quality.
- Loaded and unloaded materials into furnaces manually or using overhead crane equipment as needed.
- Verified that correct material was loaded into the furnace prior to start up of the cycle.
- Set up and operated die-quenching machines to prevent part warping.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems during the heat treating process.
- Cleaned, maintained and operated furnaces for heat treating operations.
- Inspected parts before and after heat treatment process to ensure quality standards were met.
- Maintained detailed records of all heat treating processes including temperatures, times.
- Adjusted gas pressure, time cycles, quenching tanks and cooling baths as required by product specifications.
- Drew up load maps and stamp locations to maintain traceability throughout processing.
- Tested samples from each run for strength, ductility, grain structure and other properties according to customer requirements.
- Monitored furnace temperatures and adjusted accordingly to ensure accuracy of heat treat processes.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues that may arise during production runs.
- Identified potential defects in products during inspection phase and reported them immediately.
- Operated various types of furnaces such as box, belt or batch type units depending on job requirements.
- Repaired or replaced damaged parts as necessary prior to beginning the next production run.
- Prepared work orders detailing specific instructions for each job assignment.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Quality Inspector
Continental Heat Treating
Santa Fe Springs
12.2007 - 01.2010
- Completed non-destructive tests and conducted continuous inspections.
- Analyzed trends in defect rates over time by reviewing historical data from past inspections.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Documented inspection information and compiled data into reports for dissemination to management.
- Trained newly hired employees by explaining company procedures, job duties and performance expectations.
- Developed training programs for new employees on proper inspection techniques.
- Provided technical support to production staff regarding quality issues.
- Learned new testing methods through continued education and research.
- Checked software programs for usability, functionality, and design issues.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Used root cause analysis tools to determine failures and provide appropriate counter-measures to prevent repeat failures.
- Checked product accuracy against blueprints and drawings.
- Investigated complaints regarding product quality and recommended changes in process or design to prevent recurrence.
- Completed timesheets, traceability forms and documentation on time.
- Reviewed maintenance documents and CBTS records for completion and accuracy prior to archiving and completion.
- Led cross-functional team evaluations of production metrics and test results.
- Reviewed and inspected products for conformance to established standards, specifications and customer requirements.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Maintained accurate records of inspection results and corrective actions taken when necessary.
- Performed visual inspections of components for surface defects such as scratches, dents, burrs.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Analyzed plans, specifications and blueprints to understand product requirements.
- Interpreted and classified production and quality data for products.
- Reported any nonconforming parts to Quality Manager or Production Supervisor.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Produced official reports of findings to meet regulatory standards and assist senior leadership with improving operations.
- Repaired malfunctions, reassembled items, and performed final tests.
- Inspected packaging for completeness, correctness and damage prior to shipping out orders.
- Positioned components, parts or materials for testing.
- Completed evaluations by properly using various gauges, tools and equipment.
- Tested and items to determine proper functionality.
- Tracked findings and updated computer tracking system with documented assessments.
- Inspected and tested products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Observed employee fieldwork and usage of materials for quality and consistency.
- Identified and resolved quality issues, escalating critical problems to supervisors.
- Oversaw disposal of products, materials and equipment not in compliance with tolerances, safety standards, or quality levels.
- Verified incoming material was properly labeled, identified and stored according to specified requirements.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings and other specifications to fully understand project expectations.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while inspecting materials or products.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials, products and installations against specifications.
- Noted changes during testing in project documentation.
- Read blueprints and manuals to determine test procedures or adjustment methods.
- Cleaned and calibrated dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges prior to tests.
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining performance, quality and defect rates.
- Collaborated with other departments on improvement projects related to quality assurance initiatives.
- Conducted dimensional checks with various measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Analyzed and interpreted blueprints, data and manuals to determine precise specifications.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
- Monitored production process to ensure quality control standards are met at all times.
- Notified supervisors about production problems and helped identify and correct concerns.
- Weighed raw data, reviewed parts history and organized results prior to quality analysis.
- Identified root causes of defective parts through analysis of data from internal audits, inspections, tests.
- Measured product dimensions to assess compliance with specifications.
- Participated in continuous improvement projects aimed at improving overall product quality.
- Calibrated products to match design and operational specifications.
- Assessed finished items for defects and ordered reworks to eliminate irregularities.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize equipment damage and avoid injuries.
- Recommended essential corrective actions based on test results.
- Provided safety information to contractors, engineers, or test equipment operators.
- Matched arriving materials with purchase orders, submitted discrepancy forms as necessary.
- Provided feedback on process improvements to management team.
- Assisted in the development of new processes or procedures related to quality assurance activities.
- Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
- Followed industry standards and manufacturer instructions to calibrate measurement tools.
- Recommended corrective actions to minimize rate of product defects.
- Documented, filed and maintained proper inspection records and quality assurance documents.
- Prepared reports outlining findings from inspections and tests conducted during production runs.
- Conducted routine visual inspections of work to uncover issues with compliance and tolerances.
- Attended regular meetings with management team members to discuss current status of quality control efforts.
- Trained professionals to perform and document quality inspections and audits.
- Selected samples for use as test models.
- Administered competency tests to determine engineers or operators are qualified to use equipment.
- Handled, measured, and mixed chemicals following prescribed methods and testing requirements.
- Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.
- Created detailed work instructions for inspectors on how to perform their tasks correctly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fremont High School
Los Angeles, CA06-2007
Skills
- RF scanner operation
- Inventory management
- Packing processes
- Warehouse organization
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety protocols
- Quality inspection
- Data recording
- Order fulfillment
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Communication skills
- Industrial Equipment Use
- Warehouse operations
- Competitive analysis
- Inventory counting
- Product knowledge
- Time management
Timeline
Order Picker
Farm Fresh To You (Capay)
11.2019 - Current
Heat Treat Operator
Continental Heat Treating
12.2010 - 04.2019
Quality Inspector
Continental Heat Treating
12.2007 - 01.2010
High School Diploma -
Fremont High School