CAREER REVIEW

Twenty years of experience in a variety of areas including; Manufacturing Operations, Research and Development, Electro-mechanical assemblies, Auto mechanics and Retail sales. Fourteen years of experience in Engineering environments. Expertise in Manufacturing Operations including the design and function of electro-mechanical / automated systems. Very dependable and loyal to the workplace.

SPECIFIC SKILLS

Experience in proven process efficiency techniques: Just-in-Time, Lean, Continuous Improvement, Statistical Process Control, Quality Assurance, Design for Manufacturability, etc.

Management experience includes working with new and experienced; Laborers, Operators, Lift Drivers, Assemblers, Technicians and Supervisors in Industrial environments.

Computer literate, proficient in current versions of: Windows networks, Microsoft Office Pro Suite, MS Project, MS Visio, SAP, J.D.Edwards, Fourth Shift M.R.P., Autocad 2D & 3D, Solidworks, Surfcam, Virtual Gibbs and LabVIEW. Programming languages; VisualBASIC and MATLAB.

Trained in mechanical, electrical and fluid power design, fabrication and troubleshooting.

Very mechanically inclined: Welding (MIG, Gas, Stick) – 10 years. Machining (CNC and Conventional) – 7 years, Experience with processing and fabrication of all common Engineering materials (plastics, metals, woods, etc.).

Versatile, self-motivated, self-teaching personality. Equally comfortable in a Team or Independent role.

Experience in all aspects of Engineering and Industrial Engineering practice while maintaining an understanding of sales, marketing, purchasing, shipping and business methodologies.

Noted for going beyond the call of duty to serve and advance the workplace.

EDUCATION

California State University Long Beach

Bachelor’s of Science Degree

Major: Manufacturing Engineering Technology with a strong background in Mechanical Engineering. The Manufacturing Engineering curriculum emphasizes increased efficiency and quality as a means to increased profitability.

Received the Excellence in Physics Award from the Los Angeles Unified District

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers

Custom Window Company May 2007 - Present

Commercial Window Manufacturer Production Manager

Managed production supervisors/personnel under the Plant Manager. Generated new procedures and documented existing operations. Began and managed a 2^nd shift. Reviewed engineering output for manufacturability. Programmed 2 CNC mills. Generated tooling. Specified and maintained inventory of production tools and supplies. Optimized shop layout. Performed maintenance. Implemented company’s first ERP system.

Maverick Enterprises Inc. February 2007-March 2007

Custom, Automated Packaging Systems Manufacturer. Manufacturing Manager

Managed production personnel, scheduled production, optimized and designed shop layout and equipment, document control, mechanical engineering, generated procedures, sales support and facility management.

Advanced U.V. Inc. September 2005–November 2006

Client, per project basis. Water Treatment Systems Manufacturer. Consultant

Custom MRP upgrades and MS Office programming, Sheet metal & Wiring CAD, Software procurement and training/user manuals. Computer hardware upgrades. Acquired comprehensive knowledge of business practices including; business plans, finances, legal, contracts, human resources, transfers of ownership and legal structures.

Delta Petroleum March 2004-September 2005

Blending & Packaging of Lubricants. ISO certified. Production Supervisor

Managed between 25 and 50 permanent and contract employees including: Mechanics, Lift Drivers, Operators and Handlers. Scheduled and planned production on 5 lines. Consulted on procurement of equipment and plant layout. Implemented a network based production efficiency database for two departments to record and improve operations and maintenance. Assisted with line and tank changeovers and maintenance. Conducted ISO and Continuous Improvement training.

Western Hemisphere Paper Corporation October2002-December 2003

Bond Paper Converter. Production Manager

Managed two shifts of technicians and operators for automated paper cutting and packaging operation. Performed maintenance and repairs on electro-mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and production support machinery. Collected and analyzed production statistics. Controlled raw material, in-process and finished goods inventory. Specified and purchased production line and facility related equipment. Responsibilities included maintenance and repairs on entire facility including office and warehouse equipment.

Virco Manufacturing Corporation October 1997-October 2002

Furniture Manufacturer. Manufacturing Engineer & Product Test Manager

Applied proven manufacturing efficiency techniques to existing and new products. Designed tooling and methods that increased efficiency of production process and quality of products. Designed, specified, fabricated, and maintained: automated, unattended testing machines. Improved existing machines. Independently oversaw entire product test function for corporation (2 divisions) including customer inquiries. Performed FMEA. Managed Test Technicians. Programmed, maintained, and operated 3-axis CNC Mill for prototype fabrication.