Don M. Gallegos
Los Alamos,NM
Summary
Committed Sign Shop General Foreman with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Sign Shop Technician-TA-55
Triad/Los Alamos National Laboratory
02.2018 - Current
- TA-55 LOG-CS
- I am currently with TA-55 Logistics Maintenance and working as a General Foreman or the TA-55 Sign Shop
- Designs and lays out a wide variety of traffic, directional, information, decals and other signs primarily through the use of computerized graphics workstations and output plotters
- May modify existing sign files to meet the laboratory’s current needs, and maintains graphics files for future use
- Experience with utilizing and following safety and work instructions on all IWD’s
- This includes computer communication with requestors and follow up on the request to completion and customer satisfaction
- Working at TA-55, I have experience in Conduct and Formality of Operations
- This includes: Awareness of any safety concern or potential concern and provide proper notifications to my manager
- Following all site-specific training requirements and many other training requirements for my own safety and safety of others
- This includes the Technical and Safety requirements for working within nuclear and non-nuclear facilities
- Experience with working and setting up all Jobs around Gloveboxes and other Technical areas in PF4 site
- Experience with working as a team player for increased work production and completing requests in advance
- Experience with being proactive with suggestions on work improvement and productivity
- Experience with Job walk-downs, and Superintendent Instructions of work to be performed
- Assisted with coordination and setup of Sign Shop and Painting activities involving radiation and contaminated areas
- Extensive knowledge on my personal requirements for obtaining a Journeymen status.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Oversaw logistics and inventory management for storeroom.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
Produce Manager
Smith’s Marketplace
08.2014 - 01.2017
- Produce
- As a worker in the produce department I was responsible for the upkeep of produce products
- I always maintained a clean, safe, and organized area and work environment
- I assisted team members with a positive attitude
- I provided oversight of craft personnel to ensure that assigned activities are performed safely and in accordance with all work requirements.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Coached and mentored new team members.
- Kept department equipment in working order and advised general manager of equipment repair or replacement needs.
Photographer
Hayes Photography
01.2000 - 01.2013
- Extensive photography experience in Weddings, Formals, and Ceremonies using a computer digital format
- Experience with studio lighting setup for proper lighting during shooting pictures
- Assisted as a team member with activities involving work initiation and final product to the customer
- Experience in downloading required images to other hardware computers and followed up on requestors’ final request.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
- Managed team of photographers for special projects.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments.
Computer Clerk
Los Alamos National Laboratory
01.1992 - 01.1996
- LANL Student Program SM 30 CIC-2 PC Store
- Worked as a student with computer hardware, software, and PC parts
- This early-on experience taught me fundamentals with being safe on the job, computer applications, and assisting co-workers to get jobs completed
- Completed understanding of work hazards, safety practices, operating configurations, policies and procedures
- Demonstrated strong customer service skills; acted as a liaison among customers, craft, and sub-contractors
- Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Education
UNM-LA Emergency Medical Technician training - EMT
University of New Mexico, Los Alamos, NM
Los Alamos, NM10.2016
Photographer Apprentice - Hayes Photography
Hayes Photography- MVP360.com
Denver, CO2013
NM - Computer Science and Networking
University of New Mexico
1998
No Degree -
TVI Tech
Albuquerque, NM1997
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Graduate Los Alamos High School
1996
Skills
- Project Specifications
- Critical Thinking
- Equipment Modification
- Quality Control Standards
- Sign Fabrication
- Operational Safety
- Equipment Inspection
- Machine Operations
Timeline
Sign Shop Technician-TA-55
Triad/Los Alamos National Laboratory
02.2018 - Current
Produce Manager
Smith’s Marketplace
08.2014 - 01.2017
Photographer
Hayes Photography
01.2000 - 01.2013
Computer Clerk
Los Alamos National Laboratory
01.1992 - 01.1996
UNM-LA Emergency Medical Technician training - EMT
University of New Mexico, Los Alamos, NM
Photographer Apprentice - Hayes Photography
Hayes Photography- MVP360.com
NM - Computer Science and Networking
University of New Mexico
No Degree -
TVI Tech
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Graduate Los Alamos High School
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