Juan Valencia
Lyons
Summary
Dedicated to keeping manufacturing operations efficient and safe. Results-driven and focused with in-depth understanding of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. Knowledgeable about health, safety and environmental practices, as well as safety gear and emergency response protocols. Reliable Process Operator with undeniable troubleshooting and equipment maintenance skills. Bilingual and effective in meeting safety compliance. Looking to join a company that offers an opportunity for growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operator
Mars Wrigley
West Chicago
01.2025 - Current
- Operated machinery to produce confections efficiently and safely.
- Monitored production lines for quality and safety compliance.
- Kept facility in compliance with established HSE requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of daily operations in accordance with safety protocols.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations regarding hazardous materials handling.
- Operated all equipment in accordance to company directions.
- Performed standard work processes as directed by professionals.
- Evaluated product samples to measure quality control standards.
- Managed inventory of raw materials and finished goods within the plant facility.
Machine Operator
Mars Wrigley
Burr Ridge
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality confectionery products.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Adjusted machine settings to ensure proper production specifications.
- Followed safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance standards.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
Machine Operator
Mars Wrigley
Yorkville
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality confectionery products.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Adjusted machine settings to ensure proper production specifications.
- Followed safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance standards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions during production runs.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
Warehouse Worker
Tripp Lite
Chicago
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring proper handling of materials.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill customer orders promptly.
- Assisted in training new employees on warehouse procedures and equipment use.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the warehouse environment.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
Stagehand
Theater, Film, Television, Ballet And Opera
Chicago
05.2012 - 08.2021
- Set up and dismantled stage equipment for theater productions and performances.
- Assisted in rigging lights and sound equipment for various events.
- Operated stage machinery during live performances, ensuring smooth transitions.
- Coordinated with production teams to maintain safety protocols on set.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute scene changes efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of backstage areas during events.
- Supported rehearsals by providing necessary technical assistance to performers.
- Set up and tore down stage sets, lighting, rigging and sound equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment from trucks.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Morton College
Cicero, ILLanguages
Spanish
Professional
Cover Letter
- MARS Wrigley Company
- Juan Valencia
- 4305 Fishermans Terrace, Lyons, IL 60534
- 708-256-0108
- Juan.valencia8910@gmail.com
- October 17, 2024
- To Whom it May Concern
- I am writing to you today to apply for the Process Operator position at Mars Wrigley. I am very excited at the prospect of working in a process role and look forward to this next step in my career. Having worked in various positions on the line at MARS now for 4 years, I am eager to continue to grow my professional career and advance my position with MARS, reaching the next level of my career here at MARS. I look forward to the challenges and responsibilities that come with becoming a Process Operation role. I know that I am up for this challenge because even now, oftentimes my supervisors turn to me and charge me with teaching, helping, and mentoring fellow technicians who are new to my line. Entrusting me to bring those recently hired workers up to speed and up to snuff. I not only embrace these opportunities, I use them to fine tool and lock in the skills I know I will need eventually for an opportunity like the one I am applying for today. Please find attached my resume, I believe it more than highlights my skills and abilities. I hope you will find that I am the perfect fit for this position and I look forward to continuing my professional career with MARS. Thank you for your consideration.
- Sincerely
- - Juan Valencia
Timeline
Process Operator
Mars Wrigley
01.2025 - Current
Machine Operator
Mars Wrigley
11.2023 - 01.2025
Machine Operator
Mars Wrigley
08.2021 - 11.2023
Warehouse Worker
Tripp Lite
07.2019 - 08.2021
Stagehand
Theater, Film, Television, Ballet And Opera
05.2012 - 08.2021
Some College (No Degree) -
Morton College