ANTHONY ZARAGOZA JR.

Arlington, TX *****

469-***-**** - adznu2@r.postjobfree.com

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Proficient in successful approaches for overseeing operations and assessing programs. Excellent skills in operational analysis, records management and problem-solving to be a key component in driving facility profits and lowering production costs. Focused on Customer experience while building a robust, diverse and professional work environment that emphasizes success through respect, dignity, teaching, coaching and recognizing outstanding achievements.

SKILLS

Set Organizational Policies

Health and Safety Regulations

Financial Management

Staff Management

Manage Budgets

Performance Tracking and Evaluations

Compliance with GMPs

Quality Assurance Controls

Machining and Production Standards

Meat Industry Knowledge

HACCP / SQF

USDA Classifications

Band Saws

Vendor Relations

Corporate Social Responsibility

Corrective Actions

Lab Operations

Correction Action Planning

Microbiologic Testing

Process and Performance

Improvement

Creative Solutions

Internal Audits

ISO 9000 Requirements

Quality System Implementation

Compliance Certifications

Random Sampling

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

WORK HISTORY

08/2023 to Current Quality Control Team Leader

Trinity Forge, Inc. – Mansfield, TX

Documented nonconforming material and reported to appropriate team leaders for review and assessment.

Adapted procedures to mitigate issues and improve deficiencies. Advised and led process improvement team with deliberation, leadership and strategic planning.

Prepared reports to dispense information for product teams and compile information supporting long-term company development and success. Supported quality control assessments on manufacturing floor. Performed testing to assess product effectiveness, alignment with designed purpose and adaptations for other purposes.

Reassessed quality control measures at systemic level to proactively identify non-conformances.

Reviewed, calibrated and validated equipment used in manufacturing of [Type] products.

Remained compliant with federal, state and municipal regulations related to safety of company and personnel.

Maintained service records, coordinated repairs and oversaw preventive maintenance of manufacturing equipment.

Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements. 05/2022 to 08/2023 Food Safety & Quality Assurance Supervisor Buckhead Meat – Dallas, TX

Proactively implemented, evaluated and updated facility HAACP Control System while maintaining SQF compliance

Wrote and installed 4 preliminary operational best practices that streamlined production and added revenue to the bottom line and lowered raw material waste Improved quality of products and customer service on 2 national contracts by leading a proactive approach with analysis and coaching of production associates and QA Technicians

01/2021 to 05/2022 Meat Processor Machine Operator Select Staffing Agency – Arlington, TX

Trimmed, cut and sliced a variety of bone in and boneless primals to customer specification and in compliance with facility food safety and gmp Cleaned and maintained equipment used in cutting and trimming, complying with hygiene and sanitation standards.

Aintained Portion control and yield margins to maximize gross profitability and wholesomenes

Used band Saws grinders tenderizer slicers knives Marilec machines packing machines and Jakarta cabinets

07/2017 to 01/2021 Meat Department Manager

Kroger

Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.

Monitored inventory levels, ordered new supplies and oversaw restocking of cases. Conducted regular inventories of stock and documented losses using Software. Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures. Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.

Operated saws and slicers to cut meat, using safety protocols and procedures to avoid accidents.

Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence. Set department schedules for adequate shift coverage and assigned daily work tasks to individual team members based upon strength and experience. Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

Created signs and tags to price items for normal inventory and special promotions and to inform and educate customers.

02/2006 to 08/2017 Meat Department Manager

Tom Thumb Food Stores – Addison, TX

Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.

Monitored inventory levels, ordered new supplies and oversaw restocking of cases. Conducted regular inventories of stock and documented losses using Software. Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures. Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence. Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.

Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations. Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.

Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.

Worked closely with employees and customers to effectively manage daily operations and communications.

EDUCATION

05/2001 High School Diploma

Grand Prairie High School - Grand Prairie, TX

CERTIFICATIONS

HACCP Trained

SQF Trained

Microsoft Word

Microsoft excel

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