Lorena Ramirez
Ontario
Summary
Detail-oriented professional skilled in laboratory and manufacturing operations. Proven ability to maintain equipment, document results accurately, and train staff in best practices. Fosters a collaborative environment while ensuring compliance with safety and quality protocols.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Elite Comfort Solutions
Ontario
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted in laboratory procedures and experiments to support research initiatives.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured proper functioning for ongoing projects.
- Prepared samples various testing protocols as required.
- Documented experimental results and observations in lab notebooks accurately.
- Adhered to safety protocols and maintained a clean laboratory environment consistently.
- Trained new staff on lab procedures and best practices for operational efficiency.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning of instruments.
- Produced and submitted laboratory documents and reports per compliance requirements.
- Managed lab work smoothly and with reliable accuracy to meet regulatory and operational demands.
- Monitored quality control measures for accuracy of test results.
- Completed equipment maintenance and calibration tasks according to standards.
- Recorded and reported test results accurately according to established procedures.
- Recorded data from tests into a computer database system.
- Demonstrated testing procedures and equipment to new laboratory personnel.
Machine Operator
Niagara Bottling, LLC
08.2021 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
- Performed quality checks on machine production and entered data to the network system.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Intro-tech Automotive
04.2012 - 08.2021
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
- Investigated shipping errors and packaging mistakes to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unload goods from trucks and containers.
- Managed high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to swiftly resolve invoicing and shipping issues.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped, ensuring accurate transaction records.
- Mentored new team members on shipping and receiving protocols, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on achieving common objectives.
- Facilitated smooth warehouse operations, maintaining clean and safe work environments.
Shift Leader
Jack in the Box
09.2006 - 02.2012
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chaffey High School
Ontario, CA06-2005
Skills
- Laboratory Equipment
- Sample Preparation
- Specimen Handling
- Laboratory procedures
- Instrument Calibration
- Testing protocols
- Quality control
- Computer Skills
- Good Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Work Ethic
- Good Communication
- Testing protocols
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Elite Comfort Solutions
08.2024 - Current
Machine Operator
Niagara Bottling, LLC
08.2021 - 12.2023
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Intro-tech Automotive
04.2012 - 08.2021
Shift Leader
Jack in the Box
09.2006 - 02.2012
High School Diploma -
Chaffey High School