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Gerardo Hernandez

Friendswood,TX

Summary

Highly motivated and experienced and passionate about entrepreneurship and building successful, sustainable businesses. Demonstrated experience leading teams, launching new products and achieving growth objectives. Adept at identifying and capitalizing on opportunities, creating strategic partnerships and driving sustainable growth.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

TRIOFAB, INC/TRIO NETS, INC.
03.2008 - Current
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
  • Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
  • Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
  • Analyzed and tracked business metrics and made appropriate adjustments to meet supply and demand needs.
  • Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
  • Updated business processes, products and team makeups to generate more business opportunities and cater to audience needs.
  • Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.
  • Procured and coordinated new resources to achieve sales targets within optimal timeframes.
  • Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
  • Implemented strong hiring and training techniques to promote team cohesiveness and streamline overall workflow.
  • Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.

Maintenance Supervisor

R&N Manufacturing
06.2006 - 06.2008
  • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Supervised employees and scheduled shifts.
  • Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
  • Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
  • Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective materials procurement.
  • Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
  • Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
  • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
  • Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
  • Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
  • Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
  • Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
  • Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
  • Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
  • Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
  • Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.

Plant Manager

Wolar
06.2004 - 06.2006
  • Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
  • Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
  • Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
  • Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
  • Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
  • Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
  • Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
  • Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
  • Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
  • Established positive relationships with suppliers to obtain timely deliveries of materials and products.
  • Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
  • Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
  • Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
  • Implemented useful inventory management and tracking systems to reduce costs and improve operations.
  • Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
  • Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
  • Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
  • Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
  • Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
  • Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.
  • Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
  • Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
  • Operated specialized equipment, gauges and instruments to track and assess gas levels.

Maintenance Supervisor

NRG Manufacturing
06.1999 - 06.2004
  • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Supervised [Number] employees and scheduled shifts.
  • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.

Salesperson

Tradewinds Motor Company
06.1995 - 06.1999
  • Met customers on lot and in showroom to discuss available vehicles and options.
  • Greeted customers on lot and in showroom to answer questions about brand and available inventory.
  • Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
  • Negotiated purchase prices and explained sales, warranty, and optional products.
  • Demonstrated automobiles by explaining characteristics, capabilities, and features, taking test drives and explaining warranties and services.
  • Answered telephone and email inquiries from potential customers.
  • Qualified buyers by matching requirements and interests to various car or truck models and discussing finance options.
  • Developed successful sales strategies to maximize customer satisfaction and profit.
  • Responded to customer enquiries via telephone and email.
  • Completed registration paperwork and sales documentation.
  • Prepared purchased vehicles and completed final delivery checks.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
  • Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Located merchandise across various stores to address customer needs.
  • Worked with loss prevention in monitoring shopper behavior.

Education

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Trumpf
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10.2020

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Sigma Nest
Cincinnati, OH
06.2016

No Degree - Programming

PLC Training
Houston, TX
06.2015

No Degree - Design

Go Engineering
Houston, TX
06.2014

No Degree - Drafting

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
06.2010

Skills

  • Cross-Selling Products and Services
  • Negotiation
  • Precision Measurement
  • Blueprint Analysis
  • Operations Oversight
  • Welding (FCAW, GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, SAW)
  • PLC Programming
  • VFD Programming
  • Design Hydraulic and Pneumatic Controls
  • Design Prototype Machinery (from concept to true form)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

TRIOFAB, INC/TRIO NETS, INC.
03.2008 - Current

Maintenance Supervisor

R&N Manufacturing
06.2006 - 06.2008

Plant Manager

Wolar
06.2004 - 06.2006

Maintenance Supervisor

NRG Manufacturing
06.1999 - 06.2004

Salesperson

Tradewinds Motor Company
06.1995 - 06.1999

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No Degree - Boosting (Laser Programming)

Trumpf

No Degree - Plasma Programming

Sigma Nest

No Degree - Programming

PLC Training

No Degree - Design

Go Engineering

No Degree - Drafting

Houston Community College

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