Ricky Mercado
Amarillo, TX *****
**************@*****.***
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Machine Set-up Operator
Eaton-Amarillo, TX
October 2014 to Present
Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards. Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality. Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs. Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency. Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime. Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs. Receiving Manager
Miller Paper-Amarillo, TX
March 2010 to August 2015
Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements. Verified deliveries against paperwork and contacted vendors to resolve discrepancies. Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records. Unloaded, sorted and stored incoming merchandise. Communicated with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages.
Managed inbound receiving departments. Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
Safety Manager
Caviness Beef Packers-Hereford, TX
February 2005 to March 2010
Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies. Promoted worksite safety by implementing enhanced lockout and tagout maintenance processes. Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations. Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions. Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect. Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards. Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies Education
GED
Hereford High School-Hereford, TX
August 1979 to May 1982
Skills
• Machining
• Quality Control
• RF scanner
• Warehouse Experience
• Assembly
• CNC
• Quality Inspection
• Order Picker
• Materials Handling
• Forklift
• Materials handling
• Shipping & Receiving
• Pallet Jack
• Packaging
Languages
• English, spanish - Fluent
Certifications and Licenses
Forklift Certification
Pallet Jack Certification