Erik Castro
Hanford
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Vita Pakt, adept in staff management and workplace safety. Excelled in employee training and production management, enhancing operational efficiency and team performance. Skilled in fostering a safe, productive environment, demonstrating significant achievements in staff development and safety awareness without compromising on quality or service levels.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Supervisor
Vita Pakt
03.2022 - Current
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Ensured smooth operations during peak hours by effectively managing resources and staff allocation.
- Provided ongoing support to employees during challenging situations, offering guidance on problem-solving techniques for improved efficiency outcomes.
Forklift Operator/CNC Machine Operator
Holland Hulling
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Machine Operator
Sran Family Orchards
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
Shuttle Truck Driver
Youngs Transport
04.2017 - 11.2017
- Supported a clean environment by disposing waste materials responsibly at designated facilities after each delivery run.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and professional communication during pick-up and delivery processes.
- Upheld excellent attendance record while managing tight deadlines under pressure without compromising safety standards or quality service levels.
- Collaborated with dispatch team for efficient coordination of pick-ups, drop-offs, and route adjustments when necessary.
- Ensured secure cargo transport by properly loading, securing, and unloading materials according to company guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mendota High School
Mendota, CA06-2014
Skills
- Employee training
- Workplace safety
- Staff management
- Training and mentoring
- Safety awareness
- Schedule management
- Production management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 11 staff members.
- FDA Trained
- HACCP Trained
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Certification – International HACCP Alliance.
- Forklift Operator Certification
- FDA training
- CA Driver's License
- CPR Certified
FDA Trained
Took a class about food safety where it got broken down into sections for better understanding of it.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Shift Supervisor
Vita Pakt
03.2022 - Current
Forklift Operator/CNC Machine Operator
Holland Hulling
06.2021 - 02.2022
Machine Operator
Sran Family Orchards
01.2018 - 04.2021
Shuttle Truck Driver
Youngs Transport
04.2017 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
Mendota High School
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