Joshua Hernandez

Director of Manufacturing Operations at GDE Management (2024-01 – Present)

Developed and managed production schedules aligning raw material intake, production workflows, and outbound distribution.
Coordinated cross-functional teams to meet customer demand and fulfillment schedules, optimizing material flow and reducing delays.
Implemented process improvements that increased throughput by 100% while maintaining regulatory compliance and accurate inventory control.
Designed a 7-month production improvement plan to increase throughput, reduce turnover time, and standardize extraction and staging procedures.
Implemented performance metrics and staffing models to support multi-shift scaling and improve consistency across extraction operations.
Oversaw inventory management systems to track material availability, reduce waste, and improve supply chain performance.
Directed warehouse and lab floor operations, ensuring safe and efficient handling of materials, workspace organization, and adherence to SOPs.
Utilized ERP systems to manage full-cycle material processes including receiving, inspection, storage, production staging, packaging, and outbound shipping.
Managed inbound and outbound shipments, coordinating with carriers, verifying documentation, and ensuring timely delivery.
Oversaw procurement activities, collaborating with suppliers to source raw materials, negotiate terms, and maintain cost-effective supply continuity.
Maintained a strong safety culture by training and monitoring staff on correct PPE usage in hazardous environments.

Production Supervisor at GDE Management (2021-08 – 2024-01)

Planned and supervised daily production schedules, ensuring on-time delivery of customer orders.
Maintained inventory accuracy and coordinated procurement of raw materials.
Streamlined SOPs for scheduling, material handling, and shift-to-shift transitions to increase operational efficiency.
Trained team members on compliance documentation and material management best practices.
Assisted in warehouse operations including receiving, storage, and preparation of materials for production.
Monitored production floor and warehouse workflows, ensuring efficient material staging, timely replenishment, and adherence to safety and compliance standards.
Collaborated with logistics teams to coordinate outbound shipments and resolve bottlenecks in order fulfillment.

Shift Lead at People's California (2021-01 – 2021-08)

Supervised shift operations, monitoring production output and inventory requirements to meet demand.
Supported supply chain and logistics coordination to ensure timely delivery of finished goods.
Maintained accurate production and materials documentation in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Logged production data, maintained batch records, and followed SOPs to meet compliance and safety standards.

Lab Technician at GDE Management (2020-06 – 2021-01)

Supported daily extraction and post-processing operations in a licensed cannabis manufacturing facility.
Prepared and packed biomass socks, operated centrifuges and closed-loop extraction systems, and monitored pressure and temperature readings to ensure optimal yields.
Assisted in the separation and refinement of THCa and HTE fractions, maintaining product consistency and purity.
Set up and maintained CRC filtration systems, prepared media, and ensured accurate solvent recovery and material traceability.
Collaborated with lead extractors to troubleshoot process bottlenecks and streamline lab workflow, contributing to increased throughput and efficiency.

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