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Ashley Ruiz

Omaha

Summary

Results-driven General Production Worker known for maintaining high productivity levels and efficiently completing tasks. Specialize in assembly line work, quality control, and equipment maintenance. Skilled in time management, teamwork, and problem-solving to excel in fast-paced environments. Adapt quickly to new processes and technologies, ensuring seamless integration into production workflows.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Production Worker

Greater Omaha Packing Co
Omaha
11.2024 - Current
  • Operated trimming equipment to prepare materials for production.
  • Adjusted settings on trimming machines for different material types.
  • Monitored inventory levels of trimming supplies and reported shortages.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during operations.
  • Performed skilled work with hand tools.
  • Trimmed meat portions to meet quality and safety standards.
  • Operated band saws and knives with precision for efficient processing.
  • Prepared ground meat using grinder.
  • Evaluated meat temperatures for safety and quality and kept detailed records of heat statuses.
  • Removed and properly disposed of debris to maintain worksite safety.
  • Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials for processing on production lines.
  • Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
  • Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
  • Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.

Forklift Operator

Paperworks
Hastings
11.2023 - 10.2024
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse efficiently.
  • Loaded and unloaded deliveries while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Inspected equipment daily to ensure proper functioning and safety compliance.
  • Followed standard operating procedures for material handling and storage.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
  • Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Operated pallet jack to transport materials within busy warehouse.
  • Loaded and unloaded pallets from trucks efficiently.
  • Moved heavy pallets of product from one area of the warehouse to another with accuracy and efficiency.

General Production Worker

JBS Swift
Grand Island
06.2022 - 10.2023
  • Operated machinery to process and package food products efficiently.
  • Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation standards consistently.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain smooth production flow.
  • Monitored production line for quality control and potential issues.
  • Trimmed meat portions to meet quality and safety standards.
  • Operated band saws and knives with precision for efficient processing.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean work area.
  • Inspected meat products for defects and ensured proper handling procedures.
  • Adapted to changing production demands while maintaining high-quality output.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment according to food safety regulations.
  • Assisted in the preparation of meats for sale by cutting, trimming, and grinding.
  • Separated edible portions from bones using hand tools such as boning knives.
  • Operated meat saws, slicers, grinders, choppers, tenderizers, and other equipment to process meat products.
  • Utilized knives and cleavers to portion cuts into designated sizes as required by customer orders.
  • Ensured all production areas were kept neat and orderly at all times.
  • Loaded processed meats onto conveyor belts for further processing or packaging.
  • Checked temperatures of freezers and refrigerators throughout shift to ensure proper storage conditions were maintained.
  • Maintained accurate records of supplies used during processing operations.

Scale Technician/Quality Control Inspector

Tyson Foods
Lexington
08.2018 - 01.2022
  • Operated machinery to process and package food products efficiently.
  • Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation standards consistently.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain smooth production flow.
  • Monitored production line for quality control and potential issues.
  • Sorted and organized raw materials for production readiness.
  • Monitored product quality throughout production process.
  • Operated production machinery in accordance with safety protocols.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from machines, pallets, or conveyors as required.
  • Inspected finished products for defects or discrepancies before packaging for shipment.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S programs.
  • Operated and monitored scales for accurate weight measurements.
  • Calibrated equipment to ensure precision in weight readings.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline weighing processes.
  • Trained new operators on scale usage and safety procedures.
  • Reported any issues encountered during shift directly to supervisor.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of scale house by removing debris and placing trash in proper receptacles.
  • Inspected incoming materials for compliance with quality standards and specifications.
  • Conducted visual and dimensional inspections on finished products to ensure quality.
  • Performed routine audits of production processes to ensure adherence to quality guidelines.
  • Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
  • Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
  • Tested finished goods prior to shipment according to established protocols.
  • Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
  • Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
  • Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
  • Documented scale performance and reported discrepancies to management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lexington High School
Lexington, NE
05-2017

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Kearney
Kearney, NE

Skills

  • Equipment operation
  • Quality control
  • Material handling
  • Machine maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Production efficiency
  • Hard-skilled jobs
  • Problem solving
  • Adaptability
  • Process optimization
  • Team collaboration
  • Workplace safety
  • Machine operation
  • Product packaging
  • Assembly line experience
  • Packaging and labeling
  • Equipment calibration
  • Production scheduling
  • Hand tool proficiency
  • Temperature restricted production
  • Heavy equipment handling
  • Label application
  • Product inspection
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Defect monitoring
  • Forklift certification
  • Production line support
  • Quality assurance standards
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Industrial safety standards
  • Efficient communication
  • Quality assurance
  • Quality inspections
  • Product assembly
  • Attention to detail
  • Fabrication
  • Shipment preparation

Certification

  • Forklift Operator
  • Pallet Jack
  • Safety

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Accomplishments

  • First Women to get qualified on a hard skilled job in Greater Omaha

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

General Production Worker

Greater Omaha Packing Co
11.2024 - Current

Forklift Operator

Paperworks
11.2023 - 10.2024

General Production Worker

JBS Swift
06.2022 - 10.2023

Scale Technician/Quality Control Inspector

Tyson Foods
08.2018 - 01.2022

High School Diploma -

Lexington High School

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Kearney

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