Gary Marquez
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Seasoned Plant Manager with a proven track record at Airgas, an Air Liquide, where I spearheaded operational enhancements and cost reductions through lean manufacturing principles. Skilled in team building and development, I consistently exceeded production targets by fostering a culture of efficiency and safety. Expert in cost control and operational auditing, I drive continuous improvement and ISO compliance.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Airgas, an Air Liquide
Albuquerque, NM
01.2019 - 08.2024
- Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and worker activities.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress towards set objectives.
- Applied lean strategies to implement operational enhancements, promote efficiency and cut costs.
- Collaborated with other managers across plants to share best practices.
- Inspected production, quality control and maintenance reports to detect and address production problems.
Production Operator
Airgas, an Air Liquide
Albuquerque, NM
08.2007 - 06.2019
- Recommended process improvements to enhance operational safety and efficiency.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Completed housekeeping and maintenance duties to keep production area safe, organized and ready for next shift.
- Troubleshot issues with machines and made repairs.
Carpenter/Laborer
Form Works
Rio Rancho, NM
01.2004 - 08.2007
- Calculated dimensions, angles and required materials to support consistency and accuracy throughout projects.
- Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Cleaned and maintained shop areas to reduce hazards.
- Used manual saws and other hand tools to shape and cut pieces of wood according to specifications.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
Production Operator
TriGas
Albuquerque, NM
06.1991 - 01.2004
- Recommended process improvements to enhance operational safety and efficiency.
- Completed housekeeping and maintenance duties to keep production area safe, organized and ready for next shift.
- Followed detailed instructions for operating complex manufacturing equipment in a safe manner.
- Monitored inventory levels and notified appropriate personnel when restocking was needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Mesa
Albuquerque, NM05-1986
Skills
- Cost control improvements
- Operational auditing
- Team building and development
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Energy management
- ISO compliance
Timeline
Plant Manager
Airgas, an Air Liquide
01.2019 - 08.2024
Production Operator
Airgas, an Air Liquide
08.2007 - 06.2019
Carpenter/Laborer
Form Works
01.2004 - 08.2007
Production Operator
TriGas
06.1991 - 01.2004
High School Diploma -
West Mesa
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