Lizette Gonzalez
About Lizette Gonzalez
Lizette Gonzalez serves as a Shift Supervisor Spanish Linguist at Metlang, where she has worked since 2020. With a diverse background in linguistics and project management, she has held various roles in the Kansas City area, contributing to multiple organizations over the years.
Work at Metlang
Lizette Gonzalez has been employed at Metlang as a Shift Supervisor Spanish Linguist since September 2020. In this role, she coordinates the technical and administrative needs of operations during shifts. She ensures that each project is properly staffed and that production and workload needs are prioritized. Lizette manages local offices, maintaining relevant records of work production and other administrative reports. She acts as a liaison between regional, corporate, and local offices in Overland Park, Kansas, and Kansas City, Missouri. Additionally, she coaches and trains a team of six linguists, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Metlang, Lizette Gonzalez held various positions in different organizations. She worked as a Project Manager at Barkley for Payless ShoeSource from 2011 to 2012. Prior to that, she served as a Spanish Linguist at MVM, Inc. from 2017 to 2020. Lizette also held roles such as Sales Coordinator Office Assistant at PIONEER PALLET BROKERAGE COMPANY INC, Bilingual Claims Analyst at Assurant Employee Benefits, and Hispanic Pharmacy Specialist at ScriptPro. Her diverse experience spans over two decades, showcasing her expertise in bilingual communication and project management.
Education and Expertise
Lizette Gonzalez studied at Maple Woods Community College and the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), where she achieved an Associate of Arts degree. Her educational background in communication supports her roles in bilingual linguistics and project management. Lizette's expertise includes managing operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and training staff in various capacities. Her educational qualifications and professional experience contribute to her effectiveness in her current supervisory role at Metlang.
Professional Development and Contributions
Throughout her career, Lizette Gonzalez has contributed to various organizations, including serving as a former board member of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce from 2005 to 2006. Her roles have often involved direct client interaction, ensuring project compliance, and anticipating client needs for future projects. Lizette's commitment to professional development is evident in her coaching and mentoring of linguists, as well as her implementation of contractual requirements to maintain security clearance in her current position.
Long-term Career History
Lizette Gonzalez has built a long-term career in various roles primarily focused on bilingual communication and project management. Her career began in 1995 at Citi as a Foreign Language Unit Collector, where she worked for five years. Over the years, she has held numerous positions that highlight her skills in human resources, banking, and claims analysis. This extensive background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the operational needs within the organizations she has served.