Victor Castro
Sacramento
Summary
Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts.
Possesses versatile skills in problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Blending Technician
Manna Beverages
09.2024 - 11.2025
- Operated blending machinery to produce beverage formulations consistently meeting quality standards.
- Conducted quality control tests on blended products, identifying and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Helped prepare customer orders by filling and labeling batches.
- Reduced material waste by implementing efficient blending techniques and carefully measuring ingredients.
- Maintained detailed records of blend formulas, processes, and equipment settings for future reference and replication purposes.
- Coordinated with Quality Assurance department to maintain high-quality standards throughout the entire production process.
- Assisted in daily clean up of lab, product service room and equipment.
- Performed routine calibration tests on laboratory instruments to ensure accuracy in measurements during the blending process.
- Optimized inventory management through accurate tracking of raw materials, finished goods, and blending supplies.
- Completed large-batch blending by measuring out materials and using industrial-sized mixers to distribute materials evenly.
- Checked products carefully with screens and bagged large batches and smaller quality according to order specifications.
- Weighed out materials carefully and followed label requirements for each package.
Waterjet Operator and Manual Mill Operator
Sacramento EDM and Waterjet
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Level three waterjet operator.
- Manual mill operator.
- Used gauges, calipers, and other devices to take measurements and identify problems.
- Used manual mill to ream, countersink, thread and tap holes, used a router on finished parts, sanded down parts for desired finish.
- Checked completed work to identify flaws and sort items by grade.
- Kept equipment clean, repaired, and lubricated to maximize performance.
- Made timely adjustments to machine operations and components to meet demands of different production orders.
- Followed company policies and OSHA requirements to maintain work safety.
- Troubleshot and resolved various issues with machinery, maintaining quality and performance.
- Restocked workstations with supplies to prevent work delays.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Inspected, felt and measured workpieces to meet surfaces and dimensions specifications.
- Monitored machines and grinding wheels during operation and use to assess functionality and maintain safety.
Machine Operator
American Building Supply
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
Stocker
Costco Wholesale Corp
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
Sales Associate
Shell Gas Station
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
- Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
- Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
- Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
- Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies.
Meat Cutter
Rays Food Place
07.2013 - 09.2015
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Verified proper inventory levels, product quality and freshness to prevent sale of spoiled products.
- Maintained and stocked display cases by transporting wrapped products from work area or cooler to display cases.
- Performed meat inspections and checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.
- Prepare customized meat orders, cut requests and wholesale services daily.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hiram W. Johnson High School
Sacramento, CA05.2013
Skills
- Inventory management
- Safety protocol compliance
- Measurement and calibration
- Quality assurance
- Material handling
- Equipment maintenance
- Hand and power tools
- Problem-solving
- Forklift operation
- Saw operation
- Machine maintenance
- Measurement techniques
- Production line control
- Complex problem solver
Timeline
Blending Technician
Manna Beverages
09.2024 - 11.2025
Waterjet Operator and Manual Mill Operator
Sacramento EDM and Waterjet
01.2023 - 09.2024
Machine Operator
American Building Supply
08.2020 - 11.2022
Stocker
Costco Wholesale Corp
10.2018 - 06.2020
Sales Associate
Shell Gas Station
05.2016 - 01.2018
Meat Cutter
Rays Food Place
07.2013 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Hiram W. Johnson High School