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Mario Rodriguez
Program Details Lead Production Worker
M A K E S A DIFFER ENCE
Pemko Manufacturing Company
Making every moment count
From the moment Mario Rodriguez,
Lead Production Worker at Pemko
2022 Winners work in the morning, the people
Manufacturing Company, gets to
around him are his first and foremost
priority in every way imaginable.
“As a lead, my primary responsibilities
are to ensure that everyone on my
team is working in a safe and efficient
manner. I assist in training current
and new employees, ‘plugging
up holes’ where needed, and
communicating with my supervisor
about anything that could affect
the department.”
Working with a diverse array of
people and processes, especially in
such a comprehensive manner, is not
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without its challenges, but ultimately,
Mario enjoys the fruitful results of
“My day can go in multiple directions.
the ever-changing nature of his work.
In one moment, I could be at the
CNC machine, and then minutes
later I could be bending hinges. Also,
throughout the day, I’m checking
with my team and encouraging them
to come forward with any questions
to ensure we send out our products
in the correct manner. It can be
challenging at moments, but that’s
what makes my job interesting.”
In such a human-focused role where
teamwork is critical, Mario makes an
extra effort to make the most of even
the smallest of his interactions.
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“When interacting with anyone,
I try my best to give a positive
day less difficult.”
attitude and smile to make their
When he’s not taking care of others
to help them do their best, you can
find Mario doing the same for himself.
“I love listening to music in my
car. That’s my ‘me-time,’ with no
interruptions from anyone, just me
in my zone. I also love spending
quality time with my siblings. You
can’t hold on to everyone in your life,
so I make sure every moment with
them counts.”