Jose M. Mestey
** ******* ***, ******** ****, NY 12019
**********@*****.*** 321-***-****
PROJECT MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS LEADER
Accomplished professional with 20+ years of experience in project management, operations, and leadership. Recognized for service excellence in coaching, mentoring, and driving business deliverables. Adept at optimizing processes, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless execution of projects.
Core Competencies
Bilingual (Fluent in Spanish & English)
Project & Operations Management
Process Improvement & Optimization
Mechanical & Technical Expertise
Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
Client & Stakeholder Relations
Training & Development
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Utility Partners of America
Field Service Technician (2/2024-10/2024)
●Performed electric meter upgrades safely and efficiently, adhering to strict safety protocols, operating procedures, and company policies
●Independently managed daily maintenance and completion of assignments with minimal supervision
Maintained clear, professional communication with utility customers and parent company representatives
●Selected to train and mentor multiple new hires in the field, evaluating their skills and determining readiness for certification
Hillrom/Baxter International – Albany, NY
Multinational healthcare company specializing in products for kidney disease and acute conditions.
Project Manager (2021 – 2023)
●Led a team of 7+ in managing the highest-priority account in the district at Albany Medical Center.
●Collaborated with sales, technicians, facilities, and management to drive consensus and streamline operations.
●Identified and resolved escalated customer issues, consistently exceeding expectations.
●Ensured timely submission of all project-related documentation, including time reporting and work orders.
●Reported project status and action plans to corporate leadership at both Baxter and Albany Medical Center.
●Built and maintained strong strategic relationships with key hospital staff and department heads.
●Awards: Service Excellence Award – Western NY (Q2 2021), Service Excellence Award – North Atlantic Area (Q2 2021).
Asset Specialist (2020 – 2021)
●Conducted routine maintenance and inventory management of oxygen tanks and medical equipment.
●Adhered to regulatory compliance including HIPAA, OSHA, and Joint Commission standards.
●Maintained effective communication with both company and client management to ensure customer satisfaction.
Kingspan – Deland, FL
Global leader in sustainable building materials and insulation solutions.
Lead Supervisor – Assembly Line (2012 – 2020)
●Supervised a team of 25+ in an assembly line, ensuring efficiency, safety, and productivity.
●Conducted operational training for new hires and internal transfers.
●Served as a key safety committee member, ensuring OSHA compliance.
●Surveyed and analyzed warranty claims across the U.S.
Marketing Samples Technician
●Managed and trained a team of 5+ in production operations.
●Fostered relationships with sales representatives and clients to enhance product knowledge.
●Educated sales teams on product features to drive business growth.
●Conducted competitor analysis to maintain market competitiveness.
●Coordinated order distributions across four locations using Salesforce.
Cordis LLC – San German, PR
Medical equipment and hospital pharmaceuticals company.
Shift Lead (2009 – 2012)
●Developed quality control reports to enhance efficiency and productivity.
●Led company-wide training sessions and safety briefings.
●Managed shift scheduling to meet operational demands.
Decoramics – Mayaguez, PR
Supervisor (2004 – 2009)
●Led new business initiatives and oversaw product delivery.
●Negotiated municipal contracts for competitive pricing.
●Managed a traveling crew for project repairs and installations.
EDUCATION
University of Florida
Business Administration Major (Full Academic Scholarship)
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
●Hillrom/Baxter
Service Excellence Award – Western New York (Q2 2021)
Service Excellence Award – North Atlantic Area (Q2 2021)