Gema Yadira Pursley
Austin,TX
Summary
Operations and semiconductor support professional with 15+ years of experience in database auditing, workflow design, and ISO-compliant process management. Skilled at supporting engineering change requests, troubleshooting production systems, and developing SOPs and training programs that improve efficiency and quality. Proven record of ensuring accuracy in high-stakes environments, including semiconductor production, facility operations, and large-scale project management. Recognized and competed academically, employee of the month, and a strategic leader with a proven ability to make effective decisions, leverage intuitive insight, and transform ideas into actionable results. Recognized for guiding teams with focus and persistence, overcoming challenges, and consistently achieving ambitious goals through intelligence, awareness, and execution.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
DTK, Inc.
Houston, TX
01.2012 - Current
- Led turnaround of Concordia University contract by implementing process workflows, cost-tracking systems, and SOPs that restored quality and compliance.
- Designed and rolled out safety and HR programs, standardizing procedures across a 20-person bilingual workforce.
- Collaborated across departments to resolve open-ended system and operational issues, integrating tested solutions into daily practices.
- Managed payroll, compliance, and staff development under strict contract requirements.
Owner / Operator
Metro Facility Services, LLC
Leander, TX
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Founded and scaled business from $1,200 in first year to $12,500 by 2013 (941% growth).
- Implemented standardized workflows, safety models, and HR systems to ensure compliance and operational consistency.
- Managed full-cycle HR and payroll functions for 10 employees, balancing cost controls with talent retention.
Project Manager
Jani Staff
Dallas, TX
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Oversaw accounts totaling 2M sq. ft., managing payroll for 75 employees and supply budgets over $53,750.
- Developed departmental procedures that improved efficiency and reduced labor costs.
- Maintained accurate production-related data to support client requirements and improve service delivery.
Production Technician / Material Handler III
Kinetics Fluid Systems
Austin, TX
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Processed engineering change requests and maintained ISO 9000–compliant databases for product revisions and configuration management.
- Qualified to build million-dollar high-flow ultra-pure gas systems for semiconductor clients (Intel, Applied Materials).
- Released, audited, and tracked product changes to ensure flawless execution and compliance.
Production Technician
Wayne Dresser, Inc.
Austin, TX
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Developed JIT workflows to increase manufacturing efficiency.
- Documented and audited ISO 9000 compliance and preventative maintenance records.
- Managed AVL and OEM data for engineering staff.
Education
Safety Training -
Wayne Dresser Industries; Concordia University
01-2015
Semiconductor Health & Safety Program -
Kinetics
01-2001
B.S. - Human Resource Management
Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila
Torreón, MexicoISO 9000 Management & Compliance Training -
Kinetics Fluid Systems
Skills
- Semiconductor production support
- ISO 9000 compliance
- Ultra-pure gas systems
- Product revisions management
- Database and systems management
- Excel proficiency
- Oracle database expertise
- Agile methodologies
- Workgroup process management
- ESPEC systems knowledge
- MGuide familiarity
- Process flow auditing
- Troubleshooting techniques
- SOP and workflow development
- Training program development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- HR and payroll management
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Technical Tools
Microsoft Office (Excel expertise), Oracle, Agile, E-Verify, Lexis Nexis, Time Clocks Plus, EPAY, Paylocity, ISO 9000, wGPM, eSPEC, MGuide (process flows, audits, compliance)
Timeline
Project Manager
DTK, Inc.
01.2012 - Current
Owner / Operator
Metro Facility Services, LLC
01.2010 - 01.2014
Project Manager
Jani Staff
01.2008 - 01.2012
Production Technician / Material Handler III
Kinetics Fluid Systems
01.2000 - 01.2008
Production Technician
Wayne Dresser, Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2000
Safety Training -
Wayne Dresser Industries; Concordia University
Semiconductor Health & Safety Program -
Kinetics
B.S. - Human Resource Management
Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila
ISO 9000 Management & Compliance Training -
Kinetics Fluid Systems