Daniel Vazquez Email & Phone Number

Wilmington, Ma, Us

Manager of Automated Warehouse Operations | Team Leader | Automation ExpertAs the Manager overseeing an automated warehouse facility, I led a high-performing team of engineers, operators and maintenance technicians, ensuring seamless operations. My responsibilities included:Automated Warehouse Management:Direct oversight of automated warehouse facility, managing system uptime and ensuring optimal performance.Implementation of continuous improvement initiatives on a daily basis, enhancing efficiency and exceeding expectations.Team Leadership:Leadership of a dedicated team, fostering a collaborative environment driven by a sense of urgency and a commitment to surpassing goals.Onsite program management for the installation of new machines and software, ensuring successful integration into operations.Performance Metrics:Accountability for parts usage and preventative maintenance results, with a focus on exceeding established KPI metrics.Regular delivery of executive summaries on performance results, demonstrating achievements and areas for improvement.Operational Excellence:Utilization of Six Sigma methodologies for process improvement, driving efficiency and optimal workflows.Development of operational plans and budgets, with a track record of hitting targets and maintaining financial accountability.Automation Visionary:Deep understanding of automation concepts and requirements, leveraging traditional best practices in an automation environment.Aptitude for envisioning new automation workflows, adapting to customer needs, and collaborating with engineering teams for improved solutions.Achievements:Successfully opened a 2nd Generation facility, running one of the best-operating facilities in the organization.Conducted interviews for system engineers at new sites, contributing to the selection of top talent.Developed the current training plan for system engineers, training 10 General Managers, 4 Operations Managers, and 27 System Engineers.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Second-in-command of 263-person Headquarters Battery. Lead 263-person team creating, planning, implementing, and integrating strategic operations. Manage maintenance program for 115 vehicles and over $110 million property book in accordance with Command Supply Discipline Program. Plan and direct training to ensure maintenance execution, deployability of unit, and readiness of $110 million of equipment.• Led implementation of strict maintenance plan and overhauled logistics; received and tracked broken parts at section level and instructed 45 junior leaders on parts receipt; increased efficiency and readiness of vehicles by 18% in 6 months.• Analyzed requirements and led development of new standard operating procedure to track $110 million of primary and supplementary equipment; implemented new system that reduced shortages from $1.1 million to $9,000 in 6 months. • Chosen out of 63 officers as Headquarters Executive Officer; implemented 6 standard operating procedures still in use.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Led and trained 41-person platoon executing maintenance and training in support of 110-person battery. Managed employment and safety of 3 howitzer sections totaling over 41 personnel. Assisted in planning and safe execution of live fire exercises. Managed maintenance, employment, and accountability of 7 tracked vehicles and 4 wheeled vehicles and upheld 100% operational readiness rate for fleet for longevity of tenure.• Managed project to field Army’s newest field artillery pieces; directed receipt of over $30 million of new assets; planned and led training; enabled safe, successful firing of over 256 rounds during 3 live fire exercises without incident.• Instructed and mentored 41 soldiers on training and readiness; improved platoon capabilities physically, mentally, and emotionally; taught speed through knowledge; resulted in recognition as most effective platoon out of 11 in battalion.• Led platoon through multiple certifications; ranked #1 of 6 in multiple metrics with fastest mission processing times.• Rated by commanders as “top performer,” among “top 5” of 11 platoon leaders in battalion, and in “top 15%” of 63 officers with “limitless potential”; noted as “one of smartest officers” in unit with “technical and tactical proficiency.”

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Led team of 10 non-commissioned officers and soldiers calculating and directing safe firing of 155mm howitzer rounds from M109A7 Paladin artillery asset for 110-person battery. Managed training, certification and welfare. Directed projects in 4 additional operational areas to help sustain battery operations.• Planned and led fire direction center training for 762-person battalion; collaborated with 6 other fire direction officers to synchronize efforts; enabled effective training for 60 soldiers; adopted as standard procedures for 762-person battalion. • Assisted in fielding new fire direction processing laptop and planned initial training for battalion; optimized proficiency.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Led 3-person team overseas in South Korea calculating and directing artillery fire support operations for 95-person troop. Managed employment, safety, and maintenance of Bradley Fire Support Vehicle and over $3 million of associated equipment. Directed safe employment of 2 mortar sections with 14 personnel each.• Oversaw rocket and missile live fires for 560-person battalion; observed over 50 missions in South Korea, most of 13 other officers in battalion; led employment of new Harris radio with range of 250 miles, first section in squadron to do so. • Analyzed requirements; developed/led instruction of certification course to support job-specific training; assisted commander of 95-person unit in qualifying 72 new soldiers as fire support officers; enhanced troop effectiveness. • Liaised with 6,000-person South Korean mortar brigade and instructed unit on how US deploys troops and provides effective fire support and training; enabled joint operation that combined troops for mass firing missions during training. • Rated by commander for “leadership that separates him from peers” and for “continually exceeding expectations”; noted as “resilient” and “proven” leader with “highest level of integrity” and “unlimited potential” for increased responsibility.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

I attended The Basic Office Learning Course Field Artillery for 6 months before I entered the Conventional force of the United Stated Army. Here I Graduated top 15% of the class of 144 and while I attended BOLC I was the platoon leader of my peers, chosen by the cadre.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

As my first position on active duty I served as a Gold Bar recruiter where I helped current high school seniors know what paths were available. I was at UNCC, and I recruited 34 students to join the UNCC ROTC unit and gave presentations at 18 schools in the CMS school district.

Charlotte, Nc, Us

I worked as a land guide during the summers at the USNWC. I was entrusted to check gear for safety and to work on a 100ft tower sending zipliners down. This job required developed communications skills as we lead customers through safely rigging into the zipline. Often we had to persuade patrons to be brave and to go down the ziplines.

Charlotte, Nc, Us

I worked as a land guide during the summers at the USNWC. I was entrusted to check gear for safety and to work on a 100ft tower sending zipliners down. This job required developed communications skills as we lead customers through safely rigging into the zipline. Often we had to persuade patrons to be brave and to go down the ziplines.

I worked as an apprentice to my uncle in his construction business. This summer I learned many skills and did everything from demolition jobs to finishing wood working jobs.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mechanical Engineering

High School Diploma