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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Hector Benitez

Yakima,WA

Summary

Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager

H C First Aid Company LLC
11.2023 - Current
  • Completed numerous responsibilities within designated timelines.
  • Resolved disputes efficiently to boost customer satisfaction.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution by addressing concerns and identifying common ground.
  • Trained team members for enhanced flexibility and efficiency.
  • Established and sustained connections with customers and suppliers by implementing effective account strategies.
  • Set team priorities to ensure efficient workflow.
  • Monitored work outcomes and issued targeted suggestions to support continuous improvement.
  • Developed efficient employee schedules to enhance staffing during peak periods.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.

Orchard Safety Manager

Gilbert Orchards
06.2007 - 07.2023
  • Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
  • Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
  • Developed and executed training programs for employees, improving overall safety awareness and compliance.
  • Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
  • Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
  • Leveraged OSHA standards as a basis for developing effective safety protocols tailored to organizational needs.
  • Coordinated facility inspections with external auditors to ensure adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
  • Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WA
06.2014

High School Diploma -

Wapato High School
Wapato, WA
06.2006

Skills

  • Effective Team Leadership
  • Prioritization and Organization
  • Effective Verbal Communication
  • Strategic Solution Development
  • Training Program Development
  • Staff management
  • Schedule preparation
  • Budget control
  • Service Excellence
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Computer Skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Problem solving
  • Task delegation
  • MS Office

Certification

  • First Aid/ CPR, AED, and Blood Borne Pathogens Certification
  • WPS Certified Trainer - Active License
  • Supervisor Drug & Alcohol Training Certificate
  • WPS Trainer of Pesticide Handlers and Agriculture workers
  • FSMA Water Quality Testing Workshop Certificate
  • Certificate of training for North respirators

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Manager

H C First Aid Company LLC
11.2023 - Current

Orchard Safety Manager

Gilbert Orchards
06.2007 - 07.2023

Associate of Arts -

Yakima Valley Community College

High School Diploma -

Wapato High School
Hector Benitez