John Serra-Rodriguez
Hendersonville
Summary
As a skilled professional with extensive experience in operating and managing machinery, I excel in roles such as Nickel Plating Technician and Plastic Molding Machine Supervisor, where I ensure precision and quality in production processes. My leadership capabilities shine through in my role as a Shipping and Packaging Team Lead, where I effectively oversee packaging operations and coordinate both incoming and outgoing shipments to optimize workflow and efficiency. With a strong commitment to safety and excellence, I am dedicated to driving team success and meeting production goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Packaging Technician
J.B. Hunt
8650 Transport Dr, Orlando, FL 32832
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Operated hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts to move materials.
- Inspected packaging and products for quality control purposes.
- Collaborated with engineering staff on new product designs that would facilitate faster packing speeds without sacrificing accuracy.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques for packaging, equipment operation and inventory management.
- Monitored production line for jams, pile-ups or glue not adhering properly.
- Labeled packages and recorded items packed in preparation for shipping.
- Managed inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods, coordinating with vendors when necessary for restocking needs.
Plastic Injection Molding Machine Operator
Signature Systems Group
350 Central Florida Pkwy, Orlando, Fl 32824
01.2020 - 02.2023
- Assembled patterns and foundry flasks, reinforcing core boxes with glue, clamps, and bolts.
- Turned valves and dials of machines to regulate pressure, temperature and speed and feed rates.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications.
- Follow detailed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks assigned.
- Identify potential issues related to product quality or performance.
- Collaborate with other departments such as Quality Assurance and Control and Maintenance.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance and upkeep of production equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies introduced into the workplace, demonstrating proficiency in utilizing these tools for enhanced job performance.
Nickle Plating Technician
Continental Automotive Systems, Inc
Henderson, NC
04.2014 - 12.2019
- Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Inspected finished products for conformance with established standards before shipment.
- Dispose of waste chemicals in accordance with environmental regulations.
- Remove excess material from work pieces using grinders, sanders, or buffing machines prior to plating operations.
- Train new employees in safe operation of all plating equipment.
- Monitored and measured thicknesses of electroplating on components to verify conformance to specifications.
- Record data such as time, temperature, voltage, current, and bath concentration levels for each batch processed.
- Load materials onto racks or into barrels ready for processing in the plating tank.
- Perform periodic visual inspections of finished products for quality assurance purposes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colegio Rudianett
Humacao, Puerto Rico 0079108-2010
Skills
- Certified Welder
- AWS Certified Welder
- Welding Training - FIT College, Escuela de Soldadura, A-1 Av Luis Muñoz Marín, Caguas, Puerto Rico 00725
- Product inspection
- Forklift operations
- Machinery operation
- Machine operation
- Electroplating techniques
- Waste management
- Breakdown troubleshooting
- Equipment monitoring
- Quality control
- OSHA
- Manufacturing experience
- Strong work ethic
Accomplishments
- AWS Entry Level 1 Welder (American Welding Society)
- Welding Training - FIT College, Escuela de Soldadura, A-1 Av Luis Muñoz Marín, Caguas, Puerto Rico 00725
Welding certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Packaging Technician
J.B. Hunt
02.2023 - 11.2023
Plastic Injection Molding Machine Operator
Signature Systems Group
01.2020 - 02.2023
Nickle Plating Technician
Continental Automotive Systems, Inc
04.2014 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Colegio Rudianett