Blan Alaniz
Machine Operator
Tulare, CA *****
To obtain a long- term position where I continue to work hard and contribute to the growth of your company. I will continue to be a very energetic, outgoing, working well with others, and continue to be an asset to your company.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Ice Cream Maker 3
Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream - Tulare, CA
July 2020 to Present
• Operate and clean assigned equipment.
• Make adjustments to ice cream freezer temperature, viscosity, air mixture, and flow of mix.
• Responsible for the flow of mix from univ at to freezer to filler.
• Responsible for the operation of the metal detector, proper settings per flavor and calibrate, verify proper functioning and document as required.
• Responsible for the operation of check weigher, proper settings per flavor, calibration, and document as required.
• Set-up pumps and fruit feeders to deliver add-ins at product specification levels
• Monitor fruit feeder; variegate; pumps (give directions to other employees as required).
• Chocolate System: batch specifications per flavor; adjust temperature and level; document chocolate rerun usage.
• Safely and properly clear machine jams.
• Observe machine operation to detect malfunction. Troubleshoot and make operator adjustments on freezer and fillers during production. Take corrective action as necessary.
• Complete pre-start checklist
• Set up, monitor, and maintain the ink coders and/or laser coders: verify codes; proper coding; adjust as necessary; and change code as necessary for product changeovers.
• Complete quality checks: cup weight; inclusion levels and distribution; metal detector; packaging verification; ingredient magnets; t-strainers; barcode scanner; cup coding; temperature exiting tunnel and other product specific requirements.
• Complete quality checks: mix weight; bar weight; bar height; coating weight; stick placement; bar displacement; metal detector; packaging verification; ingredient magnets; t-strainers; in-line chocolate strainer; barcode scanner; carton coding and case coding.
• Pull samples for lab.
• Complete appropriate documentation: HACCP; MCP; lot trace; start-up and shutdown check lists; control charts; code verification; production record; performance record; sanitation record; and downtime sheets.
• Perform SKU product changeovers during production
• Wash out univat, filler, and fruit feeders when changing flavors
• Volumetric and time fill
• Know all product changeover requirements and procedures
• Perform physical and sensory evaluation of products.
• Complete OPMs, inspect equipment for unusual or excessive wear. • Participate in troubleshooting of micro and environmental issues.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble assigned parts and equipment. • Responsible for CIP hookups.
• Perform sanitation critical record checks.
• Responsible for training new Ice Cream Maker Level III.
• Also Level l and General Labor duties
General Laborer
Volt Workforce Solutions/ Dreyers Ice Cream - Visalia, CA January 2020 to July 2020
• Operate and clean assigned equipment.
• Safely and properly clear machine jams.
• Able to complete all jobs on barline 7,8, and 9.And jobs on packing lines 2,3,and 4. • Complete pre- start checklist.
• Set up, monitor, and maintain the ink coders: verify codes; proper coding; adjust as necessary; and change code as necessary for product changeovers.
• Load, monitor and maintain stock: bar wrap, cartons, spoons, corrugate, shrink wrap; check for proper country and flavor.
• Monitor and maintain supply of hot melt glue: turn on/off; maintain glue level; troubleshoot and adjust as necessary.
• Complete QMS quality checks: Ensure cartons/cases are square and sealed properly, check glue pattern. Ensure bars are wrapped properly and check seal
• Complete OPMs and inspect equipment for unusual or excessive wear.
• Conduct sanitation according to sanitation procedures including sanitation critical control records. • Participate in troubleshooting of micro and environmental issues.
• Provide assistance to Ice Cream Maker Level III operator.
• Other duties as assigned.
General Laborer
Randstad/ Graphic Packaging - Visalia, CA
November 2019 to December 2019
• Move or lift heavy objects
• Maintain production or work records
• Examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications
• Clean rooms or work areas
• Adjust production equipment/machinery set-up
• Clean equipment or machinery
• Monitor production machinery/equipment operation to detect problems
• Sort manufacturing materials or products
• Load, unload or stack containers/materials and product
• Other duties assigned by Supervisor. Completing Safe Work Observations
• Running machines that make boxes
• Reading factory orders
• Counting and stacking finished product
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area
• Accurately completing quality and production documents Cashier/Customer Service/Line Cook
KC Noodle And Rice - Visalia, CA
September 2013 to December 2018
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Maintain clean and safe environment for our guests and team members
• Delivering great customer experience
• Presenting the menu and helping guests select food in the most caring and professional manner
• Following Front of House (FOH) checklists
• Delivering food to tables as well as checking and packing to-go orders.
• Cook menu items in compliance with company expectations (food presentation & food quality)
• Refill, set up and break down stations
• Assisting head cook and supervisor/shift leader
• Label inventory and stock all ingredients
• Prepare and wash ingredients needed
• Clean and organize when its not busy
• Hostess plays a critical role in the restaurant as they are the one who give our guests the first and the last impression of the restaurant and a large part of the night’s effectiveness is orchestrated from hostess able to run a smooth shift.
• To ensure the guests feel welcome and taken care of; wow them with exceptional services
• To ensure the smooth turnover of tables, effective seating of guests and maximize the usage of the table
• To ensure guests have exceptional dining experience with take out orders Education
High Scooh Diploma
John Muir Charter - Visalia, CA
August 2009 to May 2013