Manuel Baez
New York,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Glazer
Am Glass
New York, NY
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting safety and productivity among team members.
- Demonstrated adaptability when facing unexpected challenges on job sites by proposing alternative strategies that still achieved desired outcomes.
- Enhanced safety measures for the team by conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Reduced waste and material costs by implementing a system for recycling excess glass materials.
Glass Technician
EB Prichard Company
11.2023 - 05.2024
- I was able to interpret blueprints to determine the shape, size, color and thickness of glass for installation procedures, measuring and marking lines or patterns on glass before cutting.
- Cutting glass to size and specifications in the workshop and on the job site.
- Measuring, cutting and fitting anti-glare film to glass if required was part of my day to day.
- Loading glass or mirror fittings onto delivery trucks for transport to job site and unloading glass and materials while also fabricating and installing moldings for glass installation.
- Cutting and removing broken glass prior to new installation and operating hoists or cranes with suction cups to lift heavy glass units was essential.
- Working as part of a small team, it was imperative to be on the same page and communicate effectively with others.
- Streamlined workflow for better project completion rates by maintaining an organized work environment and properly managing tools and materials.
- Collaborated with team members on large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
- Coordinated with other trades professionals on-site to ensure smooth execution of multi-phase projects involving glass installations or repairs.
Sales Associate
The Vitamin Shoppe
01.2023 - 04.2023
- As part of my duties ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service, maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards, maintain a fully stocked store, ascertain customers’ needs and wants, recommend and display items that match customer needs, welcome and greet customers, manage point-of-sale processes, actively involve in the receiving of new shipments, keep up to date with product information, accurately describe product features and benefits, follow all companies policies and procedures.
Glass Technician
All Glass and Metal
09.2022 - 01.2023
- I was able to interpret blueprints to determine the shape, size, color and thickness of glass for installation procedures, measuring and marking lines or patterns on glass before cutting.
- Loading glass or mirror fittings onto delivery trucks for transport to job site and unloading glass and materials while also fabricating and installing moldings for glass installation.
- Collaborated with team members on large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
- Cutting and removing broken glass prior to new installation and operating hoists or cranes with suction cups to lift heavy glass units was essential.
- Streamlined workflow for better project completion rates by maintaining an organized work environment and properly managing tools and materials.
Lead Glass Technician
Precision Metal and Glass
03.2016 - 03.2020
- I was able to interpret blueprints to determine the shape, size, color and thickness of glass for installation procedures, measuring and marking lines or patterns on glass before cutting.
- Cutting glass to size and specifications in the workshop and on the job site.
- Measuring, cutting, and fitting anti-glare film to glass if required was part of my day to day.
- Loading glass or mirror fittings onto delivery trucks for transport to job site and unloading glass and materials while also fabricating and installing moldings for glass installation.
- Cutting and removing broken glass prior to new installation and operating hoists or cranes with suction cups to lift heavy glass units was essential.
Glass Technician
HMW Hudson Machine Works
01.2014 - 02.2016
- Installing different glass products, such as insulated glass that retains warm or cool air and tempered glass that is less prone to breaking was my everyday duty.
- In homes I was able to install or replace glass items including windows, mirrors, shower doors, and bathtub enclosures.
Glass Technician
Walsh Glass
11.2012 - 11.2014
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- applying silicone caulk
- using scissor lift to install glass
- installing curtain wall
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- glazing
Assistant Manager
Ricky’s nyc
10.2011 - 10.2012
- As an assistant manager I was ensuring company policies are followed, optimizing profits by controlling costs, hiring, training and developing new employees, resolving customer issues to their overall satisfaction, maintaining an overall management style that follows company best practices.
- At my time in this company, I was able to provide leadership and direction to all employees plus ensure product quality and availability.
- Preparing and presenting employee reviews.
- Working closely with the store manager to lead staff and oversee retail inventory.
- One of my many duties was ensuring that health, safety, and security rules are followed and taking disciplinary action when necessary.
- Motivating employees and ensuring a focus on the mission was on of the focus.
- Completing tasks assigned by the general manager accurately and efficiently was very important.
Education
general education development diploma -
Norman Thomas High School
01.2010
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Organizational skills
- Approachable
- Customer Service skills
- Decision-making skills
- Responsible
- Multi-tasking
- Time management
- Ability to work at heights
- Communication skills
- Detail oriented
- Physical stamina
- Physical strength
- Reading comprehension skills
- Climb ladders
- Operate various power tools
- Work on top of stilts
- Work off ladders
- Leveled and assembled sectional scaffolding
- Read and interpret blueprints
- Experienced in swing stage and scaffolding
- Experience working from exterior scaffolding
- Worked off a swing stage
- Use of hand tools
- Install frames
- Operated equipment
- Operate cleaning machines
- Power tool operation
- Commercial glazing
- Bilingual
- Microsoft word and excel
Accomplishments
- My work is displayed at The Pod Hotel, Pod Brooklyn Hotel, The NoMad Bar, and the Story Ave Apartments.
- One of the notable buildings I have worked on is from the Studio Gang Architect company.
- My work ethic has allowed me to always be promoted in every company I’ve worked in.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Glazer
Am Glass
10.2024 - Current
Glass Technician
EB Prichard Company
11.2023 - 05.2024
Sales Associate
The Vitamin Shoppe
01.2023 - 04.2023
Glass Technician
All Glass and Metal
09.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Glass Technician
Precision Metal and Glass
03.2016 - 03.2020
Glass Technician
HMW Hudson Machine Works
01.2014 - 02.2016
Glass Technician
Walsh Glass
11.2012 - 11.2014
Assistant Manager
Ricky’s nyc
10.2011 - 10.2012
general education development diploma -
Norman Thomas High School
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