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Edward Lara

Jacksonville,US

Summary

Versatile Engineering Manager with a proven track record at Mld Plastics, specializing in PE & PP Recycling and adept in financial analysis. Skilled in leading teams to develop innovative solutions, achieving significant cost savings. Fluent in English and Spanish, excels in persuasive communication and project oversight, ensuring compliance and enhancing business development.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Manager

Mld Plastics
03.2013 - Current
  • Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to identify client needs and develop customized engineering solutions.
  • Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
  • Optimized resource allocation, effectively managing budgets and manpower for multiple simultaneous projects.
  • Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
  • Managed crisis situations, quickly implementing solutions to address unexpected challenges and maintain project momentum.
  • Experience in PE & PP Recycling

Office Manager

J & E Trucking
06.2009 - Current
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Reduced costs with meticulous budget monitoring and expense tracking for essential supplies and equipment.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mechanical Engineering

University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX
05.2010

Associate of Arts - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX
05.2008

Skills

  • Equipment knowledge
  • Persuasive communication style
  • Manufacturing
  • Recruiting
  • Financial Analysis
  • Budget coordination
  • Business Development
  • Project Oversight
  • Personnel Management
  • Fluent in English and Spanish

Timeline

Engineering Manager

Mld Plastics
03.2013 - Current

Office Manager

J & E Trucking
06.2009 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Mechanical Engineering

University of Texas At Tyler

Associate of Arts - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Tyler Junior College
Edward Lara