Debra Alaniz

• Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Monitored inventory levels and ordered materials as needed to maintain production operations.
• Ensured safety regulations were followed by all personnel in the production area.
• Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
• Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
• Supervised a team of 100 + employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
• Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
• Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
• Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish.
• Investigated customer complaints related to product quality or delivery times.
• Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
• Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
• Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
• Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
• Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
• Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
• Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Kept records of employees' attendance and working hours for accurate calculation of billable cycle.

• Supported Quality/ Production team in implementing corrective actions to increase quality.
• Evaluated and assessed personnel to identify potential candidates for promotion.

• Maintained high safety standards by following regulations outlined by company, OSHA and EPA.
• Maintain a close relationship with Paying Customer as well as Onsite Customer at different locations.
• Directed weekly project team meetings, providing timeline updates, action items, recommendations and custom solutions.
• Verified that project site had necessary equipment and materials prior to shifts.
• Identified manpower, equipment and resource needs for projects.
• Trained employees in safety processes and procedures to comply with corporate rules.
• Maintained close connection with project personnel to quickly identify and resolve problems.
• Trained and coached key team members on production techniques to establish expectations and comply with quality guidelines.
• Supervised Site Locations in other states, including CA and TN.
• Updated project plans based on changing objectives, specifications and staff availability.
• Inspired team members by fostering positive environment and boosting employee confidence.
• Focused on product value to decrease waste and boost customer satisfaction.

• Assisted with training new cashiers and customer service team members to increase speed of onboarding.
• Processed payments promptly for customers to exceed productivity standards.
• Scanned, priced and bagged customer groceries quickly to keep lines moving.
• Rotated and merchandised products at point-of-sale to improve impulse buy rate.
• Assisted management with developing and managing employee improvement strategies to encourage exceptional performance from staff.
• Inventoried stock and placed new orders to maintain supplies for expected demand.
• Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
• Answered customer questions and provided store information.
• Performed merchandising and signage updates during weekly and seasonal promotional changes.
• Oversaw work of cashiers to identify strengths and weaknesses in customer service, payment processing or merchandising plans.
• Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock and arranged products to improve sales.
• Managed employee scheduling according to availability, forecasted customer levels and labor cost controls.
• Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
• Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
• Prepared cash deposits and balanced store safe for opening and closing of business.
• Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations to confirm adequate cash supply.
• Processed refunds for worn, damaged and broken merchandise.

• Assisted in continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and results.
• Coached and developed store associates through formal and informal interactions.
• Oversaw aspects of maintenance, inventory and daily activity management.
• Delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels.
• Provided mentorship for employees to generate sales, promote effective upselling and cross-sell to improve retail productivity.
• Led teams in planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives to streamline business effectiveness.
• Interviewed and vetted job applicants to make effective hiring decisions and fill vacancies with strong team members.
• Handled scheduling for store shifts to achieve adequate staffing.
• Checked monthly sales and performance reports to support operational planning and strategic decision-making.
• Supervised cashiers in processing credit, debit and cash payments to streamline sales.
• Reviewed inventory and sales records to prepare reports for management and budget departments.
• Oversaw daily operations of store, including inventory and supply restocking, cash-handling and assisting customers.
• Oversaw inventory receiving, stocking, pricing and returns by coordinating with vendors and directing employees.
• Recruited, interviewed and hired qualified employees to provide top-quality service.