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HANGEL FELICIANO HERNANDEZ

Richmond,VA
There are two ways to do something, the right way, and again
U.S. Navy SEALs

Summary

Bilingual Senior Operations & People Leader with extensive experience leading teams, managing complex operations, and driving performance across multiple locations. Proven ability to oversee people, processes, and compliance while maintaining a hands-on leadership approach. Experienced in training and developing leaders, enforcing operational standards, and executing initiatives from start to finish. Background includes military operations, safety and compliance leadership, and corporate operations in high-accountability environments. Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certificate

Work History

HR Generalist & Environmental Health & Safety Spec

Standard Motor Products, Inc.
Disputanta, Virginia
11.2023 - Current
  • Serve as a senior site leader supporting a workforce of 300+ employees in a distribution/manufacturing environment.
  • Partner with supervisors and managers to drive accountability, performance management, and policy compliance.
  • Lead environmental health and safety (EHS) programs, including OSHA compliance, audits, investigations, and safety training.
  • Design, implement, and enforce site-level policies, SOPs, and operational procedures.
  • Provide training to employees, supervisors, and managers on safety, compliance, investigations, drug testing, and workforce systems.
  • Manage site security operations, including access control, visitor authorization, and coordination with security personnel.
  • Act as a liaison between frontline teams, leadership, and external partners such as auditors, vendors, and insurers.
  • Conduct regular floor walkthroughs to reinforce operational standards, safety, cleanliness, and professionalism.

Patriot Enhanced Operator/Maintainer (MOS 14E)

US Army
Fort Sill, OK | South Korea | Fort Bliss, TX | Saudi Arabia | Guam | Japan | Korea | Hawaii | Iraq
03.2017 - 11.2023
  • Served in progressively responsible leadership and technical roles supporting air and missile defense operations across multiple domestic and international locations.
  • Operated and maintained Patriot missile defense systems and associated radar and command-and-control equipment in high-accountability environments.
  • Served as Tactical Control Assistant, leading teams of approximately 15 operators with responsibility for command and control, personnel safety, and coordinated movement operations.
  • Functioned as Command Post Operator and Lead, maintaining real-time system status, operational reporting, and communication with higher headquarters.
  • Trained and certified 100+ personnel across six operational positions, ensuring consistent readiness and standardized execution across locations.
  • Conducted 100+ operational and site walkthroughs for senior military leadership (including the Sergeant Major of the Army) and international allied partners.
  • Authored, updated, and enforced standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training manuals for Tactical Control Assistant and Command Post operations.
  • Participated in routine inspections, evaluations, and readiness assessments, consistently achieving high compliance and certification standards.

Leadership, Logistics, and Operations (Fort Bliss, TX):

  • Served as Land and Ammunition Duty Lead, forecasting ammunition requirements and reserving training land for operational and tactical training events.
  • Maintained accountability and compliance for ammunition handling and storage.
  • Served as Team Lead, training, mentoring, and developing junior personnel.
  • Managed barracks operations for 120+ soldiers, developing and implementing housing SOPs and initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic to maintain a controlled, outbreak-free environment.

Deployed Operations (Saudi Arabia & Middle East):

  • Deployed in support of regional missile defense operations in a high-threat environment.
  • Selected to support the deployment and integration of the first THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) system in Saudi Arabia.
  • Coordinated with U.S. and coalition forces during joint and multinational operations and exercises, including missions involving Iraq.
  • Completed the Basic Leader Course (BLC) while deployed, strengthening leadership and supervisory capabilities.

Senior Leadership, Security, and Training (Guam / Pacific Region):

  • Served as Acting Platoon Sergeant, directly supervising, mentoring, and evaluating 20+ soldiers and supporting the development of subordinate leaders.
  • Served as Security Manager (S2), maintaining and tracking security clearances for 150+ personnel and coordinating authorizations for high-level visits and meetings.
  • Served as Company/Battery Trainer, designing and delivering recurring training programs for 100+ personnel across multiple operational roles.
  • Coordinated and supported multinational joint exercises with allied partners across the Indo-Pacific region, including Japan, Korea, and Hawaii.s.

Stocking & Unloading Associate

Amigo Supermarket (Walmart Grocery Store)
Arecibo, Puerto Rico
03.2015 - 03.2017
  • Supported daily retail operations including stocking, inventory control, and backroom organization.
  • Operated manual and electric pallet jacks and storage equipment.
  • Ensured product availability and store readiness to support customer experience.
  • Recognized for reliability, product knowledge, and customer service excellence.
  • Covered night stocking operations as needed to maintain store performance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez, Arecibo, PR
05-2014

Skills

  • Multi-Site Leadership
  • People Management & Development
  • Operational Execution & Accountability
  • Training & Coaching
  • Performance Management
  • Policy & SOP Implementation
  • Safety & Compliance Oversight
  • Security & Access Control Management
  • Cross-Functional Communication
  • Project Coordination
  • High-Travel / Field Leadership
  • Bilingual Communication (English & Spanish)

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)® – In Progress (Expected Nov 2025)
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt (Coursera)
  • Agile Explorer (IBM)
  • OSHA 10 – General Industry, Virginia
  • Master Resilience Training (MRTC)

Languages

Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

HR Generalist & Environmental Health & Safety Spec - Standard Motor Products, Inc.
11.2023 - Current
Patriot Enhanced Operator/Maintainer (MOS 14E) - US Army
03.2017 - 11.2023
Stocking & Unloading Associate - Amigo Supermarket (Walmart Grocery Store)
03.2015 - 03.2017
Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez - High School Diploma,

References

References available upon request.

Technical & Specialized Training

  • 14E Patriot Fire Control Enhanced Operator/Maintainer Course – U.S. Army
  • THAAD TFCC / AN-TPY-2 400-Hour Certification – U.S. Army
  • 30kW Generator Operator Training – U.S. Army
  • Repair and Utilities Course – U.S. Army
  • Cloud, IT & Cybersecurity Foundations – Coursera & IBM
  • Intro to Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Fundamentals, Network & Storage, Hardware & OS

References

References available upon request.
HANGEL FELICIANO HERNANDEZ