Gilda Cardoso

• Oversee daily operations across multiple centers, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
• Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
• Oversee day-to-day program activities in accordance with Program statement.
• Oversee successful implementation of program strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and excellent service.
• Manage over 30 employees and over 200 families per year

While maintaining the production Supervisor position, took on the addition responsibility of Environmental Manager where I took on the additional responsibilities of;

Created emergency response plans for addressing accidental releases of hazardous substances or other potential threats to public health or safety.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop sustainability strategies, aligning business goals with environmental objectives.
• Managed hazardous materials inventory, ensuring proper storage, handling, and disposal procedures were followed consistently.
• Implemented ISO 14001:2002- Certified Teknion as first company to achieve this certification in Canada.

• While at Teknion Managed the Panel Upholstery department
• Developed and implemented work methods
• Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
• Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
• Managed team of 4 production Team leaders and 120 production staff, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
• Implemented policies, work instruction and staff training.