Santana Gonzalez Ochoa
Hesperia
Summary
Maintenance and supervisory professional with extensive experience supporting automated manufacturing and distribution systems at Niagara Bottling. Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain complex mechanical, electrical, and automated equipment including conveyors, ASRS systems, LGVs, and PLC-controlled machinery. Experienced in coordinating maintenance activities, prioritizing repairs, and ensuring equipment reliability in a fast-paced production environment. Strong background in preventative maintenance, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives that reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency. Recognized for leadership, technical problem-solving, and the ability to support and guide maintenance teams while maintaining high safety and performance standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Mechanic
Niagara Bottling, LLC
Rialto, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on bottling machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot production line inefficiencies and implemented solutions.
- Trained junior mechanics on safety protocols, equipment operation, and maintenance procedures.
- Analyzed equipment performance data to identify trends and recommend enhancements for reliability.
- Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for parts reuse or repair instead of replacement.
- Assisted management in developing preventative maintenance programs, extending the lifespan of vital machinery.
Lead
Niagara Bottling-ASRS
Rialto, CA
02.2021 - 02.2024
- Created standard documentation and trained employees on how to obtain data and analyze data to resolve any issues in the ASRS
- Supervisory experience, ensuring daily goals and task are met by team to keep storage systems running at the max.
- Working with engineers on projects to reduce downtime, increasing productivity.
- Aiding with implementing Lean 6s in warehouse to improve work environment and reduce safety hazards.
- Collaborating with management to ensure resolutions are being prioritized, creating value added.
Acting Manager
Lowe’s-MSM
Fontana, CA
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Trained employees on daily tasks to be completed in a timely manner.
- Created an SOP on how to reset instructions, reducing the amount of downtime
- Improved ergonomics in the workplace by conducting safety walks to continuously improve the work environment.
Education
General Education Development Diploma -
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA06-2021
Skills
- Bilingual Proficient in both English and Spanish
- Proficient in Microsoft programs, 5s and Six Sigma tools
- Data analysis using programs like SQL to create queries later used in Grafana dashboards
- Leading teams to accomplish time dependent projects or day to day tasks
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Systems troubleshooting
- Problem diagnosis
- Documentation and reporting
- Technical aptitudeau
- Safety procedures
- Automation
- Continuous improvement
Accomplishments
- Developed a SQL query that helped the team prepare for upcoming shipments, reducing load delays and standby time.
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Achieved improved shift consistency through effectively helping establish a standardized process across all four shifts by organizing team meetings and incorporating lead input.
- Contributed to maintaining high equipment reliability by troubleshooting automated systems including conveyors, LGVs, and ASRS equipment.
Certification
- Project Management Essentials certified
- Six Sigma White Belt certified
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt certified
- Synergy Executive certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Shift Mechanic
Niagara Bottling, LLC
02.2024 - Current
Lead
Niagara Bottling-ASRS
02.2021 - 02.2024
Acting Manager
Lowe’s-MSM
03.2018 - 02.2021
General Education Development Diploma -
Chaffey College