Jesus Mendez

Daily Responsibilities & Duties1. Team Management & HRStaffing & Scheduling: Manage shift schedules, recruit, interview, and onboard new talent.Training: Develop, facilitate, and administer compliance training and continuous employee development.Employee Relations: Address employee performance, settle workplace disputes, and administer disciplinary actions or terminations.2. Quality Control & SafetyCompliance Monitoring: Ensure all facility operations adhere to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and safety standards.Food Safety: Oversee Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) logs, conduct visual/analytical product inspections, and track testing (e.g., moisture, fat, salt, and color analysis).Sanitation Oversight: Manage sanitation schedules, pre-operational equipment inspections, and strict cleanliness of production zones.3. Operational ExecutionProduction Targets: Monitor processing and packaging lines to maximize yield and prevent equipment downtime.Documentation: Maintain meticulous records for plant audits, quality metrics, and operational efficiency.

• - Supported Plant Manager in executing production plans while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• - Led by example in a hands-on environment, learning product lines and machine operations.
• - Scheduled and coordinated departmental production, optimizing efficiency and meeting delivery deadlines.
• - Trained new hires and supervised team leads to ensure safe, efficient operations.

• - Managed safety, quality, and production for a team of 30-40 employees, including full-time and temporary staff.
• - Provided coaching, training, and supervision for extrusion/blow molding operations (Bekum, Uniloy, Nissei, etc.).
• - Monitored performance, conducted counseling, and maintained employee records.
• - Ensured adherence to safety standards, quality procedures, and production schedules.

• - Supervised production personnel to maximize efficiency, quality, and safety during assigned shifts.
• - Coordinated schedules, monitored machine performance, and ensured compliance with OSHA and company policies.
• - Conducted performance evaluations, training, and disciplinary actions.
• - Collaborated across departments to streamline operations and improve processes.

• - Lead and train supervisors across all facets, including production, safety, quality, attendance, and discipline.
• - Oversee performance metrics such as safety compliance, quality standards, employee morale, and turnover.
• - Manage all production operations, including scheduling, product rotation, CCP verification, and safety committees.
• - Develop and improve team performance through coaching, performance reviews, and process enhancements.