Valeria N. Droz Cruz
San Juan
Summary
To support universal access to knowledge through a patron-centered position that leverages my strengths in communication, quality assurance, and stakeholder-focused problem-solving in a dynamic, mission-driven organization.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Control Specialist
Marxuach Precast Solutions
03.2023 - Current
- Managed project budgets up to $500K and achieved 95% on-time delivery.
- Streamlined operations using Concrete Vision and Easy Payroll.
- Improved reporting accuracy and reduced cost discrepancies by 12%.
- Increased production efficiency by 20% and reduced material waste by 15%.
- Led DMAIC-based improvement projects to increase productivity.
Founder & President
SeaMust LLC
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted 103+ customer interviews to validate product-market fit.
- Developed and led sustainable sea moss venture in Puerto Rico.
- Spearheaded strategic partnerships and research-based planning.
University Researcher
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Applied Lean Six Sigma to improve public waste facility operations.
- Reduced downtime by 30%, saving ~$97,630 annually.
- Authored research published by IEOM Society International.
Stewardship Program
Syracuse University GREEN-PR
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Supported environmental policy education and MOLO training with SWANA.
- Assisted with coordination and content organization for 41 landfill managers.
Data Analyst Intern
Haleon
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Performed time studies and capacity analysis for QA process improvement.
- Conducted root-cause analysis on product complaints and proposed solutions.
Process Improvement Project
Artifex Solutions
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Reduced deburring processing time by 50% through layout redesign.
- Presented results at IISE New Orleans 2023.
Quality Control Project
Poskón
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Reduced annual waste by $22,292 through environmental control improvements.
- Earned Silver Award at QUEST 2022; presented at CLEIN and IISE conferences.
Statistical Engineering Project
L.S. Tire Center
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Improved checkout efficiency and reduced processing time by 39%.
- Shared outcomes at IISE Seattle 2022.
Education
BS - Industrial Engineering
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
01.2024
Skills
- Public speaking proficiency
- Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement (DMAIC, Lean, 5S)
- Data Analysis & Reporting MS Office, AutoCAD, Simio, Arena
- Content Management Google Workspace, Slack, Concrete Vision
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Leadership Team Coordination Research & Documentation
Timeline
Project Control Specialist
Marxuach Precast Solutions
03.2023 - Current
Founder & President
SeaMust LLC
02.2023 - Current
Stewardship Program
Syracuse University GREEN-PR
01.2023 - 06.2023
University Researcher
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
08.2022 - 10.2023
Data Analyst Intern
Haleon
05.2022 - 07.2022
Process Improvement Project
Artifex Solutions
11.2021 - 02.2022
Quality Control Project
Poskón
11.2021 - 02.2022
Statistical Engineering Project
L.S. Tire Center
08.2021 - 10.2021
BS - Industrial Engineering
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico