George Gonzales
Santa Maria,CA
Summary
Seasoned General Manager and Director of Inventory with a proven track record at Valley Central Cooling, LLC, and Central Coast Distributing. Excelled in operations management and staff leadership, significantly enhancing inventory efficiency and compliance. Skilled in team collaboration and adept at implementing cost-saving strategies, ensuring operational excellence without compromising service quality.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Valley Central Cooling, LLC
09.2015 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a vegetable cooler, 7 days a week during peak seasons.
- Maintains staff by recruiting, training, accessing employees for AM and PM shifts. Set schedules to cover high need times with flexible shifts. Completed annual reviews and disciplinary actions when needed.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Established standard operating procedures that enhanced employee performance.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, completing FDA and Food Safety Audits to keep cooler open for operations. Maintained all necessary records, licenses and permits.
Director of Inventory
Central Coast Distributing
03.1979 - 09.2015
- Began as a Driver with a Class A License on 1979. Still active today. Promoted Sales Manager, then Operations Manager overseeing the DOT needs of the entire fleet. Managing 37 employees ranging from Drivers, Merchandisers, On Premise , wearhouse and recycling department, final promotions to Director of Inventory.
- Oversaw hiring, training of all Operational employees. Including safety protocols.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, resulting in timely deliveries and better pricing options.
- Conducted regular audits needed by DOT to ensure continued operations of transportation fleet.
- Enhanced inventory management by implementing effective strategies and processes.
Education
Liberal Arts - Some College
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CAHigh School Diploma -
Santa Maria High School
Santa Maria, CA06-1971
Skills
- Operations Management
- Team Player
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Staff Management
- Time Management
Timeline
General Manager
Valley Central Cooling, LLC
09.2015 - Current
Director of Inventory
Central Coast Distributing
03.1979 - 09.2015
Liberal Arts - Some College
Allan Hancock College
High School Diploma -
Santa Maria High School
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