BERT PAZ
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Operations / Production Manager
Extensive experience in effectively leading production and operation functions. Known as a team leader, and contributor; adept at motivating diverse teams to perform cohesively and optimally. Leadership style and philosophy reflect "Lead by example and treat others with respect". Experienced at identifying and executing opportunities to improve efficiencies and reduce costs. Demonstrates excellent communication, organizational and management skills. Bilingual in English and Spanish. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD – Eagle Pass, Texas 2012 - 2015 Manager of Yard Operations (MYO)
Provided a safe, on-time and on-plan movement of freight trains. Supervised multiple work crews of 3-8 union employees in the execution of daily work plan. Worked with train lines in Mexico to plan daily interchanges.
Ensured employee safety while managing the safety plan, reducing injuries by 75% from 2014 to 2015.
Communicated company policies and directives to terminal employees and developed employees on safety and efficiency initiatives.
Monitored workforce levels to ensure all jobs were covered, which minimized production downtime.
Managed the terminal transportation plan to ensure all business objectives were met.
Monitored train service expenses in order to stay within assigned budgetary limits.
Executed action plans to achieve cost of quality business objectives.
Coordinated and planned daily activities with centralized functional areas. STAFFMARK HOLDINGS UPS – Austin, Texas 2011 - 2012 Site Performance Supervisor
Led all aspects of Operations related to mail receiving, processing, sorting, and shipping. Managed a group of 150+ temporary employees as a member of the Onsite Management team.
Ensured accuracy and quality of direct mail processing and preparations in accordance with USPS requirements, customer requests, and established procedures.
Facilitated new hire orientations and ensured compliance to contract between UPS and company employees for background checks, drug screens, billing, and any other terms outlined in the contract.
Counseled employees relative to attendance, productivity, and overall job performance, enhancing productivity within the department.
Supported on-site recruiting to meet UPSMI's headcount requirements.
Suggested and implemented Process Improvements and led workforce in process changes. PREMIER SEMICONDUCTOR SERVICES – Austin, Texas 2010 - 2011 Production Supervisor / Planner
Managed the production floor with 6 employees. Managed employee daily activities to ensure production efficiencies and minimal overtime.
Verified and processed incoming material/orders and created work orders and production schedules to meet customer deadlines.
Ensured production staff was kept up to date on any and all management changes involving program changes, customer job updates, administrative, and human resources updates.
Adhered to safety requirements of production area minimizing injuries to employees.
Ordered supplies based on current Work Orders in Process (WIP) and forecasting.
Trained and cross trained employees on fundamentals and facets of production.
Maximized production personnel capabilities and implemented procedures to improve efficiency. BERT PAZ, page 2
STAFFMARK @ UPS MAIL INNOVATIONS – Austin, Texas 2010 Process / Air Freight Supervisor (Contractor)
Supervised 30+ employees in the Process and Air Freight departments. Served as the expert in mail classification. Reported directly to UPS Operations Supervisor and Account Manager.
Maintained an average of 250+ mail pieces per hour throughout process line.
Created and Implemented Quality Control Team for UPS MI in Air Freight Department, which led to significant savings and reduction in losses related to sorting errors.
Trained new hires in identifying mail class and mail process techniques which reduced sorting errors and increased throughput.
Conducted group meetings in order to keep staff motivated and focused on departmental goals. INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY/ CAPITAL CITY CAREERS– Austin, Texas 2009 Admissions Advisor
Enrolled students in graduate and certificate programs. Collected required documents, and set up registration appointments. Assisted team's Financial Aid Officer with collection of documents SOUTH POINT KIA – Austin, Texas 2008 - 2009
Internet Sales Manager
Gathered information to highlight features, demonstrated vehicle’s operation, compared and contrasted competitive models and inspected automobiles. Developed buyers by maintaining rapport with new and previous customers; suggested trade-ins, greeted drop-ins, responded to inquiries; recommended sales campaigns and promotions.
ADVANCED MICRO DEVICES / SPANSION – Austin, Texas 1997- 2008 Associate Scheduler / Lead Shift Coordinator
Managed and trained a staff of 30 employees to accommodate all shift needs and requirements. Evaluated shift workload and prioritized work accordingly. Tracked, controlled and accounted for all Test Wafer inventory.
Achieved 40% decrease in labor related scrap by setting new policies and procedures as leader of scrap reduction team for the Production Control Department.
Led project to Cross-train the Production Control and Test Wafer Service Group and operate as one team. This led to significant daily payroll reductions and streamlined processes from both groups. EDUCATION
Business Management, Human Resources Management, American InterContinental University (AIU), Online, 2006
Electronics Engineering Technology, ITT Technical Institute, San Antonio, Texas, 1997 CERTIFICATIONS
Security Threat Assessment Certified (STA) Transportation, Security Administration Certified (TSA) • Operations Management Training Program • Union Pacific: Conductor and Remote Control Operator
(RCO) Certified