Rudy Rodriguez
San Bernardino
Summary
Skilled in hand and power tools, with a strong work ethic honed at Propak and CHEP, I excel in workplace cleanliness and teamwork. Achieved significant improvements in product quality and efficiency, leveraging expertise in wood cutting and finishing. My attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively drive organizational growth and enhance team collaboration. Knowledge of wood grains andthe ability to match up grains for panals .
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Pallet Builder
Propak
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces to uphold safety standards.
- Manufactured wood pallets and crates with nail guns, table saws and chop saws.
- Operated pallet jack to pull orders out of storage areas.
- Informed supervisor of equipment malfunction quickly to minimize downtime.
- Used nail claws to remove nails from incorrectly nailed pallets.
- Inspected materials for quality before loading.
Pallet Builder
CHEP
02.2021 - 08.2024
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces to uphold safety standards.
- Manufactured wood pallets and crates with nail guns, table saws and chop saws.
- Operated pallet jack to pull orders out of storage areas.
- Utilized air hammers, drills and power tools to build pallets and crates.
- Transferred loaded pallets onto delivery or storage areas.
- Informed supervisor of equipment malfunction quickly to minimize downtime.
- Inspected materials for quality before loading.
Cabinet Finisher
Valley Oaks Cabinets
03.1997 - 12.2003
- Developed expertise in various finishes such as glazing, distressing, toning, and lacquering for custom-made cabinets.
- Continuously improved personal skills and knowledge in the field of cabinet finishing through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Reduced project completion time by streamlining the assembly process for cabinet components.
- Developed an extensive knowledge of wood species and their unique characteristics, enabling the selection of appropriate finishes for each cabinet project.
- Maintained consistency in finish quality by mixing and applying stains and topcoats with precision.
- Achieved a high-quality finish on cabinets by meticulous preparation, sanding, and staining techniques.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through close attention to detail and adherence to design specifications during cabinet finishing.
- Performed regular maintenance on tools and equipment, resulting in reduced downtime due to malfunction or breakage.
- Facilitated open communication among team members leading toward cohesive collaboration on complex projects.
- Restored antique cabinetry pieces to their original beauty with expert refinishing techniques and color matching skills.
- Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
- Maintained safe and organized workspace to minimize risk of injury.
- Installation understanding
- Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions to achieve precise fit.
Education
GED -
Marium Adult School
Santa Barbara, CA04-2013
Skills
- Measuring
- Warehouse safety
- Organizational growth
- Stacking accuracy
- Workplace cleanliness
- Hand tool proficiency
- Heavy lifting
- Wood cutting
- Finished product inspection
- Machinery inspection
- Teamwork and communication
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Following instructions
- Hand and power tools
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Pallet Builder
Propak
08.2024 - Current
Pallet Builder
CHEP
02.2021 - 08.2024
Cabinet Finisher
Valley Oaks Cabinets
03.1997 - 12.2003
GED -
Marium Adult School
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