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David Gonzalez

North Bergen,NJ

Summary

In short, I finished grade 12 early to dedicate my life and passion to cannabis studies. A serious dedication that started when i rooted myself in the soil and never looked back . In just a few years I have developed incredible diagnostic + relationship building skills . I plan to further my understanding of the industry by taking it to the next level and working alongside a division that has seen cannabis sales /progression in all realms / facets of the industry as we get closer to federal legalization .

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Production / Sales

SweetCarts
01.2022 - Current
  • Product development lead,
  • Sourcing specialist/ Expert Product Grader (6 years exp)
  • Have generated over 2M in sales over the last two years,
  • Have Generated over $200,000 in sales in the last 90 days
  • Strong Negotiation skills.
  • Packaging Psychology analysis , inclusive to design and layout. A firm understanding of what the consumers want to see and why.
  • Managed a team of production workers, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Skilled at penny pinching, crunching numbers, and creating ways to save on inputs

Packaging Expert

THX THE BRAND
08.2021 - Current
  • Applied skill in color theory and composition to bring client visions to fruition specific to cannabis brands.
  • Guaranteed designs adhere to company brand standards and theme.
  • Built strong vendor relationships to facilitate favorable pricing on required materials.
  • Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
  • Offering an understanding of product phycology specific to the high level cannabis connoisseur

Product Specialist

Shatter House
02.2024 - 05.2025
  • Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
  • Maintained proper inventory levels.
  • Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks.
  • Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, identifying solutions that prevented future recurrence of similar problems.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering trust and transparency throughout the organization.
  • Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel.
  • Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment maintenance and addressing issues promptly.
  • Monitored production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of products, meeting customer expectations consistently.

Mylar Technician

IPS Solutions
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Engaged business customers by explaining latest packaging options and print services.
  • Creation of custom print / custom shaped bags ,stickers and boxes
  • Assessed customer needs to deliver satisfactory experiences.

Sourcing Specialist

Permafrost Labz
12.2020 - 08.2021
  • Managed and coordinated communications with cultivators and technicians during the extraction process.
  • Recorded data on cultivar , genetics and regional quality . Based on media type and inputs.
  • Developed an understanding of the purposes different cultivars / strains serve as an extract.
  • Price negotiation services / cost effectiveness + transparency .

Head of Cultivation

L&B
10.2019 - 11.2020
  • Assisted staff of all ages (18-65) by answering questions and fulfilling requests regarding plant safety.
  • Resolved/remediated escalated environmental issues in the including pests and mold.
  • Alleviated quality control service costs with policy-appropriate adjustments/ teachings.
  • Maintained stock on nutrients + garden supplies .
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons both under 40k sqft of grow space

Apprentice

Hashmandu Extracts 2017
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Developed an understanding of the different biomes cannabis resin thrives in, and different processing methods
  • Gained proficiency in reading and interpreting SOPs and schematics.
  • Prioritized and accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job experience including the importance of dependability .

Education

North Bergen High School
North Bergen, NJ
2017

Skills

  • Staff / Team Training
  • Product Analysis / Development
  • Inventory Manager
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Verbal Communications
  • Product Understanding
  • Spanish Speaking

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Product Specialist

Shatter House
02.2024 - 05.2025

Mylar Technician

IPS Solutions
01.2023 - 02.2024

Head of Production / Sales

SweetCarts
01.2022 - Current

Packaging Expert

THX THE BRAND
08.2021 - Current

Sourcing Specialist

Permafrost Labz
12.2020 - 08.2021

Head of Cultivation

L&B
10.2019 - 11.2020

Apprentice

Hashmandu Extracts 2017
01.2018 - 08.2018

North Bergen High School