Gerald Matia
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Proactive Senior Manager successful at overseeing 6 functions (Analytical Services, Reliability, Process Engineering, Package Development, Environmental Engineering and Radiation Hardness Assurance) with 27 employees to achieve demanding goals. Successful at creating cohesive, results-oriented teams by setting clear policies and vision.
Successfully Proposed and implemented expense and capital equipment budgets of between $6 and $12 million annually.
Oversaw Process, Packaging and Procedure development through efficient project management applicantion.
Held a government Secret Clearance for working on classified projects related to the semiconductor industry.
Overview
55
55
years of professional experience
Work History
Transporter/Driver
Hertz Car Rental
Colorado Springs, CO
03.2016 - Current
- Delivered vehicles safely and efficiently to their destination on time.
- Conducted daily pre-trip inspections of assigned brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels.
- Followed applicable safety regulations while driving on public roads.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Delivered products to customer locations on time.
Senior Manager of Analytical Services
Aeroflex UTMC
Colorado Springs, CO
05.1980 - 08.2015
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
- Performed financial analysis to inform discussions with partners and make strategic decisions.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Created detailed reports on project progress for senior management review.
- Directed cross-functional teams in developing innovative solutions to complex problems.
- Collaborated with cross-functional team members to build and execute development plans.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Managed a team of 27 employees by providing guidance, setting goals and objectives, delegating tasks, and monitoring performance.
- Inspected completed work to drive quality, timeliness and company standards.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Developed long-term relationships with key stakeholders including customers, suppliers, regulatory bodies.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Developed and led process improvements to optimize operations and reduce costs.
- Represented the organization at conferences or trade shows as an expert speaker on relevant topics.
- Leadership role in planning annual budgets for each department based on forecasted sales volumes.
- Provided operational updates to executive team to mitigate areas of concern.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Coordinated with internal departments to ensure successful execution of projects according to timeline and budget constraints.
- Supported objectives, checkpoints and timelines, managing team members to meet project tasks and expectations.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Led or supported troubleshooting of operational issues to reduce project bottlenecks or delays.
- Conducted regular performance appraisals for direct reports to provide feedback on their work performance.
- Created and managed budgets for travel, training and teambuilding activities.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Participated in recruitment initiatives by interviewing potential candidates and selecting suitable hires.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Laboratory Supervisor
Amoco Petro-Chemical
Joliet, IL
08.1968 - 09.1980
- Supervised daily operations of laboratory personnel, ensuring that all activities were completed according to established protocols.
- Kept equipment in good working order and facilities clean, neat and organized.
- Used scientific method to assist colleagues and supervisors with experiments.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of laboratory safety policies and procedures.
- Interpreted test results and determined need for retesting.
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
- Ensured compliance with applicable safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of laboratory equipment and facilities.
- Maintained accurate records of data collected during experiments.
- Performed routine checks on sensitive lab equipment to achieve consistent and high-performing functionality.
- Completed routine sample processing, validations and reagent QC runs.
- Performed advanced analyses such as sample preparation and instrument calibration.
- Analyzed experimental results and determined whether results fit within standard procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Technical Management
Denver Techmnical College
Colorado Springs, CO06-2006
Associate of Science - Chemistry /Physics
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL05-1968
Skills
- Research and Development
- Budget
- Quality Control and Product Reliability
- Problem Resolution
Affiliations
- Capital fundraising support for Highland Park Baptist Church in Colorado Springs and for the First Baptist Church of Black Forest Colorado for building and expansions in support of growing ministries.
- Financial Secretary for Highland Park Baptist Church 2000-2010.
- Member of a gospel band playing guitar 1990-1997.
- Member of church Praise Bands for Highland Park Baptist Church and First Baptist Church 1990-2018.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Transporter/Driver
Hertz Car Rental
03.2016 - Current
Senior Manager of Analytical Services
Aeroflex UTMC
05.1980 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Technical Management
Denver Techmnical College
Associate of Science - Chemistry /Physics
Joliet Junior College
Laboratory Supervisor
Amoco Petro-Chemical
08.1968 - 09.1980
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