Miguel Gonzalez Pacheco

• Compensation & Benefits:

- Oversaw the payroll process to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.

- Managed 50 employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.

- Streamlined benefits administration, providing employees easy access to information and support.

• Compliance & Safety:

- Promoted and maintained safety standards to prevent
workplace injuries and accidents, which are particularly
common in agriculture
- Ensure the company’s adherence to federal, state, and
local labor laws, safety regulations, and internal policies.
- Conduct property damage reports, memorandums,
internal audits, and S.O.P’s.

• Recruitment & Staffing:

- Facilitated the integration of new employees into the
organization, ensuring they understand company
policies, procedures, and their specific job duties.
- Recorded and organized training programs to enhance the skills of agricultural workers by 5%, such as safety training, equipment handling, and new agricultural techniques.

- Collaborating with department heads to manage recruitment, from sourcing candidates to interviewing and hiring.

- Developed training materials that contributed to professional growth of staff members.

• Works under the direction of Management
• As directed, receives, delivers, checks and stocks equipment and supplies, conducts inventories and fills internal supply requisitions to assist in the reception and distribution of equipment and supplies in the warehouse and all par level areas
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Checks delivered equipment and supplies for completeness of orders, damage, accuracy, etc., notes discrepancies and informs appropriate personnel
• Delivers and picks up equipment and supplies to and from appropriate departments; packs and unpacks equipment and supplies
• Stocks, rotates stock, notes expiration dates; informs others of low stock items or items that will expire prior to use both in the warehouse and all par level areas
• Conducts inventories and compiles related reports both in the warehouse and all par level areas
• Fills internal supply requisitions from departments
• Counts/fills all par level areas
• Runs stats and routine orders as ordered through the materials management system

• Assisted in daily operations and management of the company’s fleet of vehicles, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
• Monitored and analyzed fleet performance metrics, including fuel efficiency, maintenance schedules, and driver performance, contributing to operational improvements.
• Coordinated with drivers, dispatchers, and maintenance teams to address and resolve vehicle issues promptly, minimizing downtime and ensuring timely deliveries.
• Assisted with fleet documentation, including maintenance logs, service records, and vehicle compliance reports.
• Supported inventory management of parts and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels for repairs and maintenance needs.
• Participated in safety meetings and contributed to initiatives aimed at enhancing fleet safety and compliance with industry regulations.
• Provided administrative support, including data entry, reporting, and maintaining accurate records of fleet operations.

• Administrative Support:

- Assist in the registration of new employees.

- Perform administrative tasks such as scanning insurance enrollment cards, auditing I-9 forms, and file indexing.

- Maintained documentation of daily notes, safety training records and accident investigations.

• Safety and Regulatory Compliance:

- Perform field safety inspections, identify hazards, and complete near-miss reports.

- Update regulatory postings, increasing efficiency by 8%.

- Conduct investigations on any injuries, receive and provide guidance on the worker’s compensation process to injured employees.

- Participated in cross-functional teams focused on evaluating specific work areas for adherence to established health and Safety standards.

• Training and Support for Supervisors:

- Demonstrated crew safety training.

- Assist in Foreman/Supervisor training.

- Enhanced employee safety awareness through engaging training sessions and informative presentations.

- Enforced a near-miss reporting system that encouraged employees to report potential hazards without fear of reprisal or punishment.

• Program Development and Implementation:

- Design, implement, and maintain food safety programs such as Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Preventive Controls.

- Develop food safety training programs for employees at all levels of the organization.

- Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., production, quality, and operations) to ensure all processes meet food safety requirements.

- Monitored food production environment and recommended elimination of potential hazards and food safety risks.

• Compliance and Auditing:

- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and standards (FSMA, Global G.A.P., SQF, etc.).
- Prepare for and coordinate third-party food safety audits and certifications.
- Conduct internal audits and inspections of agricultural facilities, including farms, processing plants, and storage areas, to identify potential risks.
- Assist/perform product sampling to screen for E. coli &
Salmonella, pesticide residue(MRL & Cadmium).
- Assist/perform water sampling to screen for E.coli and other pathogens.

- Ensured compliance with food regulations by maintaining accurate documentation and records of quality assurance activities.

- Conducted regular audits of sanitation practices in production areas to maintain a clean and safe working environment free from potential sources of contamination.

Record-Keeping and Reporting:

- Maintain 20 detailed records of food safety practices, including audits, inspections, corrective actions, and training programs.
- Generate reports for senior management, regulatory agencies, and customers as needed.

- Documented and escalated deviations to supervisors and recommended resolutions.

Field Trials and Testing:

- Planned, coordinated, and managed 10 field trials to evaluate the performance of new seed varieties under various conditions.
- Collected, analyzed, and interpreted trial data to assess yield, disease resistance, and overall product quality.
- Worked closely with farmers, research stations, and field agronomists to ensure proper trial execution and data accuracy.

• Data Management and Reporting:

- Maintained accurate records of all field trials, including data collection, analysis, and product performance evaluations.
- Prepared and presented detailed reports on trial outcomes, product performance, and market potential to senior management.
- Developed product development timelines and track progress against key milestones.

- Consistently met project deadlines through effective time management skills and diligent work ethic.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

- Participated with the marketing team to develop product launch strategies and create promotional materials that highlight the benefits of new seed varieties.
- Collaborated with the supply chain and production teams to ensure timely production and distribution of seed products.
- Supported the sales team by providing technical expertise during product demonstrations and training sessions.

- Improved product design by collaborating with cross-functional teams and incorporating customer feedback.