Lucio Salazar
Hughson
Summary
Experienced entrepreneur and COO skilled in financial management, market analysis, and team leadership, committed to achieving organizational goals and enhancing performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Grower Direct Nut Co
2009.10 - Current
- Manage direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Oversee day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
- Manage procurement activities to secure resource acquisitions at best possible cost.
- Identify and pursue business development opportunities to grow organization and increase revenue.
- Initiate strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Direct technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
Owner/President
Cal Cat Industries
2014.04 - Current
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Plant Manager
Grower Direct Nut Co
2004.10 - 2009.09
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
Tool Fabrication Manager
Rejillas Calibrades, S.L
2023.06 - 2024.06
- Oversaw the fabrication used to perforate and micro-perforate sheet metal.
Education
Machine Specialist - Engineering
Instituto Nacional De Formación Profesional
Barcelona, Spain1997-06
Skills
- Machine and system development
- Sales
- Negotiation
- AutoCad
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Catalan
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Tool Fabrication Manager
Rejillas Calibrades, S.L
2023.06 - 2024.06
Owner/President
Cal Cat Industries
2014.04 - Current
Chief Operating Officer
Grower Direct Nut Co
2009.10 - Current
Plant Manager
Grower Direct Nut Co
2004.10 - 2009.09
Machine Specialist - Engineering
Instituto Nacional De Formación Profesional