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Chris Torres

@christorres

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Dynamic operational leader with expertise in project management and optimization.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to leverage my operational expertise while fostering team development and driving impactful projects.

I am an accomplished operations leader with over 11 years of experience in driving significant process improvements and leading high-impact projects. My proven ability to reduce costs, streamline operations, and scale business growth is complemented by my commitment to fostering a human-centric culture. I excel in leading cross-functional teams and leveraging data-driven strategies to achieve operational excellence.

In my current role as Director of Operations and Technology at Neighborhood House, I lead teams to implement operational strategies that align with our mission, resulting in a 12% reduction in operational costs within my first year. My previous experience as a Production Supervisor at CertainTeed/Saint-Gobain and Oregon Tool/Blount has equipped me with the skills to drive sustainability initiatives and significant revenue growth through Six Sigma methodologies. I am passionate about enhancing operational efficiency and developing talent within my teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Director of Operations and Technology

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Neighborhood House

Jun 2023 - Present (2 years)

Leading cross-functional teams to implement operational strategies that enhance community impact. Achieved a 12% reduction in operational costs by optimizing processes across key departments, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Project Management Process Improvement Leadership Compliance Cross Functional Team Leadership Data Analysis Cost Optimization

Production Supervisor

CertainTeed/Saint-Gobain

Feb 2021 - Apr 2023 (2 years 2 months)

Spearheaded sustainability initiatives, achieving a 36% reduction in water consumption and aligning manufacturing with carbon neutrality goals. Optimized material usage, decreasing consumption by 19% through innovative processes.

Sustainability Process Optimization Project Management Six Sigma Team Leadership Resource Management Compliance Data Analysis

Production Supervisor

Oregon Tool/Blount

Jan 2017 - Feb 2021 (4 years 1 month)

Drove significant revenue growth by applying Six Sigma methodologies to enhance quality control and eliminate bottlenecks. Managed reskilling and cross-training of staff, improving operational flexibility.

Six Sigma Quality Control Revenue Process Improvement Operational Flexibility Project Management Data Analysis

Project Manager

Printforia

Jan 2013 - Apr 2017 (4 years 3 months)

Managed vendor relationships and service-level agreements to ensure project success. Improved operational flow by designing new inventory processes and launched a second operational site, increasing throughput by 2900%.