1. GONZALO RADIO
245 Coral Way apartment 9, 33134 ∙ (305) 519 - 9775 ∙ gradiomiami@gmail.com
Senior Management and Project Professional with experience in System Automation, Manufacturing Overhead (MO),
Budget Management, Process Implementation and Improvements, and leading cross-functional teams to execute growth
strategies. Proven ability to facilitate strategic partnerships, manage accounts and lead by example.
EXPERIENCE
SUNSOF Miami, Florida
Director of Production
Food Service and Retail Manufacturing
January 2010 to Present
Planned, organized and directed the manufacturing and maintenance operations to maximize return on assets. Reported to the COO.
● Increased production volumes by 800% in 6 years by leading initiatives and optimizing processes to minimize manufacturing
costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital.
● Led a savings initiative on four MO Budget accounts exceeding $500K, resulting in a 15% cost reduction.
● Assured the realization of business objectives and production schedules while ensuring product standards exceeded customers’
expectations.
● Implemented productivity benchmarks and performed “return on investments” (ROI) analysis which resulted in a significant
reduction in labor costs.
● Negotiated and managed equipment automation projects exceeding $500K.
● Planned work flow, managed multiple priorities and met daily production targets while consistently reducing downtime and
sustaining unit cost to budgeted standards.
● Administered inventory control and managed raw materials to boost yield percentages while implementing a preventive
maintenance program and process improvement initiatives for production facilities.
● Managed a team of 50 + employees and 6 supervisors to support all day-to-day and short-term strategic operations of the
company, including manufacturing, maintenance and shipping departments. Established company objectives and priorities on a
yearly basis.
SMART CIRCLE INTERNATIONAL/ APPRECIATE EVENTS Miami, Florida
Senior Event Manager - Miami District August 2008 to January 2010
Managed events and sales force for a client portfolio of over 65 businesses. Reported to the Office President.
● Increased sales by 20 % year over year, exceeding revenue quota by managing Fortune 500 accounts and 10 Event Coordinators.
● Liaised amongst accounts to create successful strategic partnerships.
● Conducted daily sales-readiness workshops and periodic trainings to ensure proper business development planning and revenue
recognition.
OXYGEN LOUNGE AND SUSHI Miami, Florida
Senior Manager August 2004 to August 2008
Managed day and night operations, inventory, staff and special events. Reported to the General Manager.
● Procured and managed inventory, controlled costs and optimized staff schedules.
● Responsible for advertising budgets, media relations and hiring temporary staff to coordinate special events and VIP services.
● Created food and beverage specials and promotions.
EDUCATION
FULL SAIL UNIVERSITY Orlando, Florida
Bachelor in Sound Engineering March 2003
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Certificates: HACCP Certified, OSHA Certified, 98% in SQF Audit 2013,2014,2015
Audit Preparation: FDA, USDA, 3rd Party Audits and SQF
Languages: English, proficient; Spanish, proficient
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Excel, Word and PowerPoint