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Listening to music and sky watching
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Elvis Silva

Elvis Silva

Senior Process Utility
Orange Walk District

Summary

Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Gained experience as administrator in a Quality Department in dealing with policies, procedures, capacitating and running programs to ensure the quality of the product.

An experience Process Utility (Operations Assistant) with ample years of dedication in operating industry equipment and machinery. Worked shifts and day work along with senior personnel towards achieving operational targets and ensuring the production of sugar on a daily basis. Took on other roles through out the years in the same position as First Responder/Firefighter and mechanic while studying at multiple schools and universities to enhance a professional background and build a career towards achieving better opportunities and advancing a future organization.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Industrial Mechanic

Belize Sugar Industries
07.2020 - Current
  • Operated hoists, and power tools to disassemble devices and remove defective parts for 3 years on off-crop season.
  • Replaced worn or defective parts and adjusted settings to improve performance.
  • Cleaned, lubricated and calibrated machinery components to maintain peak operating performance.
  • Used hand and power tools to repair and maintain industrial machinery.

Industrial Firefighter

Belize Sugar Industries
11.2019 - Current
  • Protected industrial assets by conducting thorough fire risk assessments and developing tailored prevention strategies.
  • Streamlined emergency response protocols by working closely with management to identify potential hazards or vulnerabilities in facilities.
  • Demonstrated exceptional professionalism under pressure while responding to various types of fires, including chemical, electrical, and structural blazes.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.

Senior Process Utility

Belize Sugar Industries
07.2019 - Current
  • Operated and monitored Evaporators, Clarification, Centrifugation and Process Aid Mixing Areas at Boiling House on site both as assistant and took on full operator responsibilities on daily shifts and day work to ensure over 90% of production goals are met.
  • Troubleshooted and maintained such areas during and after crop season whenever problems arose.
  • Assisted operational tasks and objectives to meet deadline requirements and production goals within target quotas for every fiscal year.

First Responder

Belize Sugar Industries
07.2019 - Current
  • Transferred patients to emergency units of local hospitals.
  • Provided medical aid such as CPR, ventilation and controlled bleeding to stabilize patient conditions.
  • Administered oxygen, oral glucose and activated charcoal to patients.
  • Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
  • Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
  • Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.

Quality Assurance Assistant

Belize Sugar Industries
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Contributed to the successful implementation of the Quality management system, streamlining processes and improving overall product quality.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • Reviewed and updated standard operating procedures for quality assurance tasks regularly to ensure alignment with current industry best practices.
  • Aided in the creation of comprehensive training materials for department members on best practices in quality assurance, fostering a culture of excellence within the team.
  • Participated in regular audits of the site and at the Big Creek port, ensuring their adherence to strict quality requirements and maintaining a high level of confidence in our supply chain partners.
  • Assisted in the development of product risk assessments, providing valuable input on potential hazards and their mitigation.
  • Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in early stages of production.
  • Maintained accurate records of inspection results, ensuring traceability and compliance with internal and external standards.
  • Read worker logs, product processing sheets or specification sheets to verify records adhered to quality assurance specifications.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Mapped process workflows to enhance understanding of procedures.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with managers to write procedures for the process department.
  • Assisted with independent internal and external audits.

Cashier

123 Supermarket
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Greeted more than 80 customers per day entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physics (Quantum Mechanics/Electronics)

UNIVERSITAM
Baja California, Mexico
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Universidad Nacional Interamericana Para Desarollo
Chetumal, Mexico
05.2001 -

Diploma - Human Resource Management

Alison Online Platform
Ireland
05.2001 -

Diploma - Operations Management

Alison Online Platform
Ireland
05.2001 -

Associate of Science - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

Corozal Junior College
Corozal, Belize
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Orange Walk Technical HighSchool
Orange Walk, Belize
05.2001 -

Primary School Leaving Certificate - General

Trial Farm Government School
Orange Walk, Belize
05.2001 -

Skills

Functional Requirements Specification (FRS)

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Interests

Advancing a Professional Career

Study More

Meeting new people

Listening to music and sky watching

I enjoy listening to peaceful music while working or studying as well as I am open to new suggestions. I also like to stargaze and watch the moon using my telescope as I enjoy watching the stars for relaxation.

Timeline

Quality Assurance Assistant

Belize Sugar Industries
09.2023 - 12.2023

Industrial Mechanic

Belize Sugar Industries
07.2020 - Current

Industrial Firefighter

Belize Sugar Industries
11.2019 - Current

Senior Process Utility

Belize Sugar Industries
07.2019 - Current

First Responder

Belize Sugar Industries
07.2019 - Current

Cashier

123 Supermarket
09.2018 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Physics (Quantum Mechanics/Electronics)

UNIVERSITAM
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Universidad Nacional Interamericana Para Desarollo
05.2001 -

Diploma - Human Resource Management

Alison Online Platform
05.2001 -

Diploma - Operations Management

Alison Online Platform
05.2001 -

Associate of Science - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

Corozal Junior College
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Orange Walk Technical HighSchool
05.2001 -

Primary School Leaving Certificate - General

Trial Farm Government School
05.2001 -
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