Zeferino Baez Castillo
Textile Engineer
New York,New York
Summary
- Extremely detail oriented individual with working experience in different fields.
- Reliable and able to see the big picture to troubleshoot efficiently.
- Prepared to apply experience and skills to growth-oriented position.
- Seeking new professional challenge with room for advancement.
- Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning in the industry field inside and out.
- Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success.
- Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
- Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Facilities Engineer
New York Stem Cell Foundation
New York, NY
03.2021 - Current
- Prepared and maintained accurate and complete work records and reports using Assettigger.
- Interacted with state and local agencies concerning compliance with codes and regulations.
- Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
- Worked to prevent issues by closely monitoring job sites for workflo impacts.
- Identified and resolved potential structural issues.
- Facilitated construction by mapping out utility installations and establishing reference points, grades and elevations.
Floral Designer
Independent Freelancer
Ney York, NY
02.2014 - Current
- Consult with clientele to discuss special occasion floral designs for weddings, corporates and other special events
- Create, Transport and set up floral arrangements for large-scale functions, comprising of weddings, corporate and special occasions.
- Quote, generate, and process customer's orders to meet specifications for the particular occasion
- Collaborate closely with customers to create that unique floral design with fresh or preserved flowers.
- Impart knowledge of plants and flowers to customers, so they can properly care for their purchases
- Research latest design trends, colors and vendor products to creatively improve existing and new floral designs
- Properly packed up flowers and plants to ensure damage-free delivery
- Advice customer in recommendations for greenery and flower pairings
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Assistant Facilities Engineer
New York Stem Cell Foundation
New York, NY
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance and repair for both internal and external services.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
- Maintained facility grounds, equipment and safety compliance.
Salesperson And Showroom Manager
A Rose By Harvest
New York, NY
03.2008 - 04.2020
- Follow up with customers after completed sales to ensure satisfaction and resolve any technical or service concerns.
- Establish fair pricing structures and finalized information to complete orders agreements with customers.
- Uphold high standards of customer service by promoting and up selling new products and services
- Forge and nurture impactful relationships with customers to cultivate loyalty, boosting customer satisfaction
- Use consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommending relevant offerings
- Promote and up-sold products and services to meet needs of customers
- Maintain effective customer service by responding to service requests quickly to increase overall sales
- Research emerging industry trends, new applications, concepts and procedures for clients to update current training curriculum
- Offer hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Supervise end-to-end stock management, including examining incoming inventory, merchandising shelves and preventing shrinkage.
- Assign jobs to individual employees by considering factors such as previous training, current abilities and general knowledge.
- Motivate employees to success and point out areas of improvement, which bolster efficiency.
- Evaluate stock levels, customer sales and other factors, assess trends and report on findings to help senior management make effective operational decisions.
- Maintain focus during busy times and delegate tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
- Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join programs to promote satisfaction and sales numbers.
- Evaluate and correct issues such as cleaning and stock replenishment needs.
- Implement daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked and well-organized.
- Mark-down clearance items and relocate merchandise to proper store areas.
Quality Control Inspector
Textiles Santa Julia
Puebla, Puebla
01.2007 - 02.2008
- Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and fabric defect rates
- Completed precise measurements using special tools
- Sampled of products for detailed analysis
- Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce fabric defects
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications
- Monitored production processes to gain understanding of problematic steps and rectify issues
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems
- Examined fabric for defects or issues, reported problems quickly by communicating with production and operation team to maintain high levels of accuracy in the quality control process
- Used spectrum equipment to inspect quality of products, taking note of functionality, tone, appearance and other specifications
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate
- Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions and distributing meeting notes
Laboratory Analyst
Tarrant Mexico S. De R. L.
Puebla, Puebla
09.2003 - 12.2006
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release of fabric
- Inspected dye solution and compared against client's standards guidelines
- Sampled items by percentage and performed during denim dying process, and analysis of the tests
- Performed visual assessment of products to evaluate conformance with quality standards, such as texture and appearance of the fabric requirements
- Inspected raw materials, finished products, fabric and formula of the dye to guarantee quality and safety during finishing process
- Conducted analyses of both in-process and completed raw materials, components and products
- Determined proper corrective actions to bring products in line with quality requirements
- Maintained compliance with safety and clean area procedures
- Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment
Textile Worker
Textiles KN De Oriente
San Martin Texmelucan, Puebla
04.2000 - 08.2003
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Developed team communications and information to improve efficiency and performance during production process
- Worked with machinery during the process of manufacturing denim fabric
Kitchen Assistant
Eurest
Puebla , Puebla
08.1998 - 03.2000
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation
- Cleaned and sanitized all work surfaces between preparation of various foods, avoiding cross-contamination while maintaining food safety guidelines
- Recorded, monitored, and maintained optimal and required food temperatures through kitchen, restaurant, and storage areas
- Weighed, packaged and labeled meat and seafood products, following proper dating procedures
- Cleaned grocery shelves, storage area and work areas and kept floors free of spills, water and hazardous debris
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to increase shelf life and prevent spoilage
- Established and maintained positive work environment to enhance retention and productivity
Education
High School Diploma -
Secundaria Federal No 3
Puebla, Mexico07.1992
Associate of Science - Informatics And Programing
Bachillerato U14
Puebla, Mexico07.1998
Bachelor of Science - Textile Engineering
Benemerita Universidad Autonoma De Puebla
Puebla, Mexico05.2005
GED -
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
Bronx, NY01.2012
Associate of Arts - English As A Second Language
Volkswagen Language Center
Puebla, Mexico02.2006
License - Safety Food Handling Licence
Department of Health And Mental Hygiene
New York, NY04.2015
Certificate - Small Business Traning
Union Settlement Business Development Department.
New York, NY04.2015
Skills
- Preventative maintenance
- Quality control
- Building maintenance
- Proper storage procedures
- Materials handling
- Customer assistance
- Packing and scanning
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Transporting and delivery
- Basic repairs knowledge
- Safety practices
- Equipment operation
- Hand tool use
- Silver and soft solder basic
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Bilingual Spanish/English
- Strong initiative
- Good multitasker
- General math skills and measuring aptitude
- Basic computer skills
- Plumbing
- Warehouse Management
- Self-motivated
- Safety procedures knowledge
- Good judgment
- Indoor and outdoor painting
- Woodworking
- Power tool use
- Electrical basic repairs
Timeline
Associate Facilities Engineer
New York Stem Cell Foundation
03.2021 - Current
Assistant Facilities Engineer
New York Stem Cell Foundation
10.2019 - 03.2021
Floral Designer
Independent Freelancer
02.2014 - Current
Salesperson And Showroom Manager
A Rose By Harvest
03.2008 - 04.2020
Quality Control Inspector
Textiles Santa Julia
01.2007 - 02.2008
Laboratory Analyst
Tarrant Mexico S. De R. L.
09.2003 - 12.2006
Textile Worker
Textiles KN De Oriente
04.2000 - 08.2003
Kitchen Assistant
Eurest
08.1998 - 03.2000
High School Diploma -
Secundaria Federal No 3
Associate of Science - Informatics And Programing
Bachillerato U14
Bachelor of Science - Textile Engineering
Benemerita Universidad Autonoma De Puebla
GED -
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
Associate of Arts - English As A Second Language
Volkswagen Language Center
License - Safety Food Handling Licence
Department of Health And Mental Hygiene
Certificate - Small Business Traning
Union Settlement Business Development Department.
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