Diego J.
About Diego J.
Diego J. is a Regional Industrial Engineer at US Foods, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago and has experience in various roles across multiple companies, focusing on operations, process improvement, and labor management.
Work at US Foods
Currently, Diego J. serves as a Regional Industrial Engineer at US Foods, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on enhancing labor efficiency and operational effectiveness. He utilizes his expertise in JDA Labor Management software to optimize labor standards and productivity. Diego engages in systems integration using AS/400 and cloud software, which aids in streamlining operations across the organization.
Previous Experience in Industrial Engineering
Diego J. has a background in industrial engineering with significant experience in various roles. He worked at DSC Logistics as an Industrial Engineer from 2017 to 2020, where he contributed to operational improvements. Prior to that, he was employed at Hydro, Inc. for three months in 2016 as an Operations professional. His early career included roles at Schlesinger Associates, where he served as a Recruiter, Assistant Project Manager, and Quality Specialist between 2012 and 2015.
Education and Expertise
Diego J. earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago, completing his studies from 2011 to 2017. His education provided a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices. He is certified in LEAN Six Sigma, which demonstrates his proficiency in process improvement methodologies. Additionally, he possesses SQL database skills, which he applies to solve complex problems and support various company initiatives.
Background in Operations Management
Diego J. has experience in operations management, having worked as an Operations Coordinator at Greek Nation from 2010 to 2012. This role involved overseeing operational processes and ensuring efficiency. He also completed an internship at Sherwin-Williams in 2016, where he gained practical experience in operations for three months. His diverse background in operations complements his engineering expertise.