Joaquin Martinez

Results-driven professional with 15 years of experience in food processing manufacturing, including 8 years in supervisory and people management. Competency in managing high-volume and complex process knowledge, knowledge in lean manufacturing, 5S methodologies, difficult conversations and accounting literacy (debits/credits) with administrative skills. Thrives in fast-paced and detail-oriented environments.

My objective is to assist using my existing skills and to develop new skills to provide further benefits to the team in the future.

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR at Nortera Foods (2021-03 – 2026-06)

• Experienced in a high volume processing facility, Following GMP's (Good manufacturing practices) Health and Safety Practices, Achieving operational efficiency objectives associated with the processing of raw vegetables and frozen final product in compliance with quality and health standards.
• Staff Management, Training Employees each season, helped introduce new efficiency program, leading 5S projects
• Achieved top production in a single shift for four out of five years in row working for Nortera, with a record of 386,000 pounds produced in 12 hours
• Required to adapt to a very fast and high pressure environment, Skilled in coordinating teams, delegating tasks effectively, and motivating staff to meet production targets.

RESTAURANT SUPERVISOR at Pure Canada Gaming (2018-02 – 2021-03)

• Provided Administrative assistant, leadership, inventory, cash and shift reports, communications skills, outstanding customer service in both English and Spanish to all patrons. Required a focus on teamwork, accuracy, multi-tasking, and relationship building to effectively serve customer needs.
• Trained workers in food service, money handling and customer satisfaction roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
• Required being a quick learner to quickly adapt to a new industry.

PRODUCTION WORKER at MAPLE LEAF PORK LETHBRIDGE (2007 – 2018-02)

• Skilled in health and safety standards, different methods of meat preparation on a production line including cuts, packing and storage. Skilled in thorough cleaning and maintenance practices.
• Required commitment and attention to detail to perform repetitive tasks without a decrease in quality of final products.

Accounting Technician Diploma in Accounting – REEVES COLLEGE LETHBRIDGE (2018-10)

College Credits in Public Accounting – UNIVERSIDAD DE SONSONATE (2004 – 2007)

High School Diploma in Accounting – COLEGIO CENTRO AMERICA (2001 – 2003)