JACOB SALAZAR
Santa Ana,CA
Summary
Results-driven Quality Engineer with over 15 years in the PCB industry and 10 years in retail management. Holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from California State University Fullerton. Demonstrates effective communication and a strong work ethic while quickly adapting to new environments. Committed to continuous learning and contributing value to organizational goals through collaboration.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Vi-Tech Electronics
Anaheim, California
02.2022 - Current
- Improved production processes for Vi-Tech electronics manufacturing operations
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Managed inventory levels for components, parts, and finished electronics
- Monitored quality checks for circuit boards and completed assemblies
- Collaborated with team leaders on quality audits.
- Established effective relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure materials needed for production.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing policies and procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Aided senior leadership during the executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements.
Store manager/Store Manager District Trainer
99 Cents Stores Only
Anaheim, California
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Oversaw daily operations for 99 Cents Only discount retail store, ensuring compliance with company policies and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Developed and delivered training for store managers on operational standards, improving overall store performance.
- Trained team members on customer service and store procedures.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Enforced safety, security, and loss prevention procedures throughout the store.
- Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
- Analyzed financial statements and sales reports to assess productivity and identify areas for achieving sales goals.
- Merchandised aisles and displays to follow company store standards.
Store manager/ District trainer
Family Dollar
Los Angeles, Ca
01.2013 - 2019
- Recruited, trained, and retained team members to maintain staffing levels.
- Managed schedules aligned with budgeted hours and business needs.
- Review profit and cost ratios to inform monthly cost control strategies.
- Coordinate district deliveries and vendor drop shipments.
- Train new district managers.
- Support daily store operations.
- Maintain visual merchandising across the entire store, including product placement per company standards.
- Managed ordering process for store merchandise to ensure stock availability.
Registered Financial Representative
MetLife
city of Industry, Ca
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Created protective strategies for clients' key assets to secure their financial futures
- Oversaw Wealth Management programs and utilized resources to align client investments with financial aspirations
- Advised individuals and small businesses on tailored financial strategies to enhance financial security
- Honored for achieving top sales results continuously for six months
Production Supervisor
Multilayer Technologies
Irvine, Ca
01.1990 - 01.2001
- Led team of 100 employees, fostering collaboration and accountability
- Facilitated daily team meetings with leads and supervisors to achieve on-time product delivery
- Established the weekend shift to reduce overtime and enhance productivity by 30%.
- Coordinated all orders, ensuring alignment with customer demand.
- Working knowledge of all operations and equipment in all areas of production.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Business Administration Finance
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA01-2006
Associates Degree - Business Administration
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA01-2001
Skills
- Operations management
- Production supervision
- Supply chain logistics
- Supply chain distribution
- Quality assurance
- Process improvement
- Cost control
- Financial operations management
- Financial reporting
- Administrative management
- Training program development
- Team supervision
- Employee training
- Work flow planning
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Supply Chain Management Certified at CSUF
- Able to speak, read, and write Spanish
- Human Resources Certificate at CSUF
Timeline
Operations Manager
Vi-Tech Electronics
02.2022 - Current
Store manager/Store Manager District Trainer
99 Cents Stores Only
06.2019 - 03.2022
Store manager/ District trainer
Family Dollar
01.2013 - 2019
Registered Financial Representative
MetLife
01.2007 - 01.2009
Production Supervisor
Multilayer Technologies
01.1990 - 01.2001
Bachelor Degree - Business Administration Finance
California State University Fullerton
Associates Degree - Business Administration
Santa Ana College