Knowledgeable and thorough maintenance management leader competent in keeping equipment and systems running at peak levels with good planning and predictive strategies. Expert in use and care of all type equipment and preventive approaches to minimize breakdowns and control costs. Talented management professional with talent for leading and motivating people to achieve challenging objectives. Effortlessly builds team connections, oversees operations and improves policies to maximize efficiency and performance of each team member. Skilled in training and mentoring employees to develop every person to full potential. Motivated and friendly worker with a flexible schedule and willing to work weekends. Dependable and punctual with a clean driving record. Work collaboratively with team members and provide excellent customer service. Hardworking and reliable focused on going above and beyond to support team and serve customers. Trained in and offering top-notch abilities. Motivated to continue to learn and grow as professional.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Bimbo
Denver, CO
10.2023 - 04.2024
Managed predictive maintenance program successful in minimizing costly breakdowns and keeping overall expenses low
Prepared and administered annual maintenance budget of $2 million dollars with good expense control and planning abilities
Inspected equipment regularly to identify current and potential maintenance needs, as well as ideal upgrades and performance modifications
Identified, researched and incorporated new technologies to improve effectiveness of maintenance program
Conducted root cause analysis of equipment failures and implemented targeted fixes
Worked with production planning staff to coordinate preventive maintenance around critical timelines
Hired and trained knowledgeable employees to improve overall team performance
Oversaw work of technical maintenance staff, contractors and subcontractors
Monitored worker safety and kept operations in line with OSHA requirements and local regulations
Directed spare parts program to ensure budgeted uptime
Leveraged high emotional intelligence and conflict resolution to defuse conflict and address employee relations issues
Communicated policy updates to department, answered questions and monitored compliance
Directed work of multiple teams and assisted with meeting specific team project goals
Tracked labor, sales, and inventory and managed operations to maximize returns
Oversaw day-to-day operations and assisted in challenge resolution to reduce potential downtime
Achieved department targets with strategic resource allocation and schedule management
Drafted reports to inform senior decision-makers and guide operational strategy
Improved employee skills and increased team value with new training opportunities and empowering leadership
Managed employee performance through disciplining, coaching and counseling
Led training and onboarding programs to assist new hires with meeting targets
Performed facility checks to verify cleanliness and client safety.
MAINTENANCE PLANNER
Mile Hi Bakery
Denver, CO
01.2023 - 09.2023
Developed preventive, predictive and periodic maintenance programs to continuously improve processes
Estimated cost of each assignment in terms of direct labor and materials required to meet maintenance objectives
Verified consistent compliance with safety, health and environmental concerns
Documented production and maintenance data to support continuous improvement efforts for maintenance
Reviewed completed maintenance work to assess need for additional assignments to meet standards.
TRAINING MANAGER
Mile Hi Bakery
Denver, CO
01.2022 - 01.2023
Developed customized and contemporary training initiatives to meet needs of specific business units
Developed and curated non-classroom learning programs and tools to meet on-trend business and modern learner needs
Followed advancements in industry best practices and training methods to improve training strategies
Tested employees before and after training to assess effectiveness of courses and identify areas in need of improvement
Integrated new approaches and technologies to keep training fresh and effective
Developed testing and evaluation procedures to determine students' progress with training materials
Engaged management in training development processes to build program focused on current and projected employee requirements
Created training manuals, multimedia aids, and supplementary materials to help employees better understand the material
Communicated clearly, conveying complex subject matter in easy-to-digest terminology
Translated complex product information and concepts into simple learning materials
Coordinated training logistics, including catering, room setup and technology
Compiled comprehensive and accurate documentation for use in training sessions
Continuously evaluated organization's activities to assess future training needs
Updated training materials with latest data and information and distributed to personnel
Trained, monitored, and evaluated instructors on teaching abilities and success in improving employee knowledge
Recommended and implemented solutions to help improve employee training
Kept training and apprenticeship programs fully compliant with government standards such as EEO and ADA.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Mile Hi Bakery
Denver, CO
01.2018 - 01.2022
Created culture of continuous improvement, inspiring employees to take action and solve problems
Assigned tasks to team members based on individual strengths and promoted teamwork-driven environment to meet goals
Published production schedules and directed staffing to meet production goals
Worked with suppliers to negotiate contracts and prices for maximum profitability and reliability
Logged production activities, labor hours and supply use in data base
Collaborated with production teams to update and refine manufacturing processes based on research and market trends
Hired, appraised, and trained team members and offered constructive feedback to improve performance
Managed raw materials refining, manufacturing and product marketing for an industrial production plant
Met and exceeded productivity with implementation of new processes to improve quality output
Researched new production methods and kept up-to-date on safety regulations
Monitored operator activities to check accuracy and compliance with standards
Completed production plan by forecasting, scheduling and assigning personnel
Scheduled repairs and evaluated new equipment for purchasing to maximize tool operation
Wrote machine, quality, and downtime reports to communicate production issues to management
Updated operations logs with daily information to spot trends and quickly correct problems
Suggested changes in equipment use and layout to improve efficiency
Minimized injuries by implementing safety management initiatives
Inspected completed products for quality and adherence to project specifications.
PRODUCTION LEAD
Mile Hi Bakery
Denver, CO
02.2016 - 01.2018
Worked with management team to coordinate, plan and delegate work responsibilities to production staff
Conferred with supervisors and engineers to plan or review work activities and to resolve production problems
Packed finished assemblies for shipment and transported to storage areas using hand trucks and hoists
Helped achieve daily production quotas by cross-training at different workstations
Used proper PPE and reported safety hazards to supervisors
Recorded daily production data and entered into company ERP system
Assembled cartons and pallets and calculated weight distribution
Set up and adjusted production equipment to achieve desired speed and material flow
Packaged finished products into boxes, cartons and containers for shipping
Combined raw materials to produce finished products
Worked with shipping and receiving personnel to coordinate product shipments
Transported materials and finished products with safe operation of pallet jacks and forklifts
Moved products to correct workstation for further processing or packaging
Met deadlines by prioritizing work orders and communicating with team
Labeled cartons and pallets for quick identification
Minimized material waste by reviewing work orders and monitoring equipment
Inspected finished products to verify conformance to quality standards
Promoted workplace safety by following OSHA guidelines and reviewing MSDS information.
HR GENERALIST
Lutheran Family Services Refugee Programs
Denver, CO
01.2014 - 02.2016
Applied knowledge of internal standards, employment regulations and industry practices to validate employee paperwork
Assisted with improving and realigning HR training programs based on feedback, observations and current industry trends
Researched compensation plans and benefits administration approaches to help senior human resources leaders establish and align structures with market and industry trends
Facilitated specialized training workshops to reduce employee grievances and improve team collaboration
Assisted HR department in completing terminations and resignations with associated separation and severance agreements
Helped manage union relations and satisfy demands set forth in collective bargaining agreements
Used exceptional HR knowledge and abilities to meet needs of personnel across different departments
Created fun and engaging employee-focused events to boost morale and maximize retention
Administered employee recognition programs to increase employee engagement
Updated HRIS database with current employee, position, and compensation information
Prepared and uploaded enterprise interface builders for mass data entry
Scheduled and administered employee assessments and drug tests on the current staff and prospective team members
Engaged candidates to quickly determine skills and motivation
Uploaded employee data to 401k database, handling updates and employee 401k loans
Screened and pre-interviewed candidates referred for hiring consideration
Managed recruitment by posting positions and sourcing, interviewing, and extending offers
Organized background checks and drug screening processes
Identified effective recruiting strategies to deliver qualified candidates for hiring consideration
Provided information to employees and new hires regarding compensation, benefits, and opportunities for promotion
Met with new hires to conduct orientation and on-boarding sessions
Scheduled interviews between potential candidates and management teams
Evaluated human resources trends and prepared thorough reports to help senior managers make strategic operational decisions
Facilitated onboarding of new employees, including processing paperwork and conducting orientations.
TRANSLATOR AND INTERPRETER
United States Marine Corps
Afghanistan, Kabul
04.2008 - 01.2013
Proofread materials to promote proper grammar, spelling and sentence structure
Converted scripts into other languages to preserve meaning and context
Reviewed and translated official documents to maintain accuracy of published work
Attended meetings to act as official translator and mediate discussions
Translated wording to prepare official business paperwork
Acted as onsite translator to respond to phone or messaging inquiries
Reviewed language documents to help team prepare for new initiatives
Offered cross-cultural insights to assist team in striving towards internationalization
Translated advertising materials to reach wider audiences
Understood cultural differences to build relationships and share cultural nuances
Compiled information and terminology for medical or legal translations
Interpreted marketing and legal documentation in international locations
Translated speeches to achieve correct messaging, style and context
Proofread work of other translators to confirm proper grammar, correct spelling, and sentence structure.
Education
Certification - HACCP
AIB International
Kansas City, MO
09-2023
BAKING CERTIFICATION - BAKING SCIENCE -
AIB International Baking
Kansas City, MO
03.2017
Associate Degree - Culture Advisor
Institute of Culture Advisor
Afghanistan
01-2012
Associate in Engineering Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Vellore Institue of Technology
India
02-2010
MASTER OF MANAGEMENT - INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES -
Mahmoud High School
Afghanistan
01-2007
MASTER OF IT - COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES -
Computer Institute of Technology
Afghanistan
05-2005
Skills
Facilities Management
Contractor Management
Employee Scheduling
Installation Management
Budget administration
Continuous improvement
Safety monitoring
Equipment inspection
Employee training
Hiring and training
Policy administration
Emergency response
Develop employee knowledge
Build successful teams
LEAN SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT CERTIFIED
Communicate at all levels of the business
Coach others in method
Undertake effective intervention
Create real sustainable change
Lockout and tagout procedures
Timeline
MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Bimbo
10.2023 - 04.2024
MAINTENANCE PLANNER
Mile Hi Bakery
01.2023 - 09.2023
TRAINING MANAGER
Mile Hi Bakery
01.2022 - 01.2023
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Mile Hi Bakery
01.2018 - 01.2022
PRODUCTION LEAD
Mile Hi Bakery
02.2016 - 01.2018
HR GENERALIST
Lutheran Family Services Refugee Programs
01.2014 - 02.2016
TRANSLATOR AND INTERPRETER
United States Marine Corps
04.2008 - 01.2013
Certification - HACCP
AIB International
BAKING CERTIFICATION - BAKING SCIENCE -
AIB International Baking
Associate Degree - Culture Advisor
Institute of Culture Advisor
Associate in Engineering Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Vellore Institue of Technology
MASTER OF MANAGEMENT - INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES -
Mahmoud High School
MASTER OF IT - COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES -