Heriberto Pulido Jr.
Selinsgrove,PA
Summary
Motivated and self-taught operations leader with over 8 years of progressive experience in the meat processing industry. Proven track record of advancing from Tray Packer to A Shift Superintendent through strong leadership, hands-on technical knowledge, and a commitment to developing future leaders. Dedicated to building strong teams rooted in integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Professional and prepared operations leader with significant experience in industrial management. Proven ability to drive productivity, ensure safety compliance, and foster collaborative team environment. Skilled in process optimization, conflict resolution, and adapting to dynamic operational demands. Dependable, results-driven, and focused on achieving operational excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
A Shift Superintendent
National Beef Packing Company
12.2025 - Current
- Reduced equipment downtime by establishing a proactive maintenance program for all machinery.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing new shift schedules and optimizing employee assignments.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement, empowering employees to identify inefficiencies and propose changes to optimize operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, conducting regular inspections and providing training to staff members.
Ground Beef Superintendent
National Beef
12.2022 - 12.2025
- Lead second-shift ground beef operations, overseeing supervisors and line leads.
- Drive team motivation, accountability, and leadership development.
- Mentor supervisors with the goal of preparing them for superintendent roles.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and production standards.
Ground Beef Supervisor
National Beef
05.2020 - 12.2022
- Managed daily ground beef production operations.
- Learned and applied formulation, scheduling, and raw material handling.
- Addressed production challenges and coordinated with maintenance teams.
- Supported quality assurance and food safety initiatives.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Line Lead / Machine Operator
National Beef
04.2016 - 05.2020
- Operated, maintained, and diagnosed issues on Multivac, Berzerba, Omaris, and Flo-Wrapper machines.
- Trained new employees and led production lines efficiently.
- Ensured consistent product quality and minimized downtime.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress and address any issues, maintaining clear communication.
- Adapted production schedules to meet changing customer demands, ensuring timely delivery of products.
Education
Reading Area High School
Reading, PASkills
- Leadership & Team Development
- Machine Operation & Troubleshooting
- Meat Processing & Cut Knowledge
- Production Scheduling & Formulation
- Safety & Quality Compliance
- Training & Mentorship
- Process Improvement
- Environmental awareness
- Employee relations
- Production scheduling
- Six sigma principles
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
A Shift Superintendent
National Beef Packing Company
12.2025 - Current
Ground Beef Superintendent
National Beef
12.2022 - 12.2025
Ground Beef Supervisor
National Beef
05.2020 - 12.2022
Line Lead / Machine Operator
National Beef
04.2016 - 05.2020
Reading Area High School
Leadership Philosophy
I believe in leading by example, motivating through trust and accountability, and developing people to reach their full potential. My goal is to help line leads become supervisors and supervisors grow into future superintendents.
Personal Information
A Shift Superintendent