Ángel Malavé Email & Phone Number

Irvine, CA, US

A Year of Enrichment: Nurturing Family, Personal Growth, and Community EngagementThis past year was a profound exploration centered on my one-year-old daughter and family, cultivating cherished moments through laughter, guidance, and shared experiences. Each day was dedicated to fostering a loving bond while embracing personal growth endeavors, delving.

Houston, TX, US

• Managed a talented and culturally diverse team of designers located overseas and led the maker team at the Houston fabrication facility. Worked with overseas designers to create grasshopper definitions, shop drawings.
• Promoted to Production Manager due to a strong record of excellence and efficient execution/installation of the PGA project.
• Maximized each team member's unique experiences and skills to encourage cross-team collaboration and find the best solution to every challenge encountered.
• Created a team-focused atmosphere and ensured success by providing relevant information and guidance.
• Standardized production processes, reducing costs by 30% and assembly time by 40%, thereby boosting productivity.
• Overseeing the production of fabrication projects, including scheduling, resource allocation, and quality control.

Houston, TX, US

• Oversaw the design and development of two processes to achieve and surpass targets. Worked closely with the manufacturing teams to create and implement improvement initiatives to optimize production operations. Guided.
• Achieved promotion to lead fabricator by consistently improving the manufacturing process.
• Design and development of the "Desk + Facade System" procedure allow us to offer an indefinite number of custom designs for our clients while reducing the manufacturing time of desks by 40% and the cost of goods by 10%.
• Completing fabrication design projects within budget and on time.
• Mentoring and developing junior fabrication designers, resulting in improved job performance and increased team morale.
• Reduced the number of defective parts by establishing and implementing the "McDonald's Fries QC" method.

Houston, TX, US

• Provided proactive assistance to Lead Fabricator Designer in routine operations on CNC Milling Machine, while adhering to stated guidelines. Generated manufacturing files, using the Rhino 5, and RhinoCam. Observed.
• Embedded effective communication environment between manufacturing department and design office.
• Demonstrating leadership and technical expertise in the field of fabrication design, leading to opportunities for advancement within the organization.
• Implemented "manufacturing operations" in close collaboration with the assembly team, increasing labor productivity.
• Guided a team of manufacturers to successfully produce the company's first mass-produced product, the Sanitation Station. The product was a hit, selling 55 units across the United States in the midst of the Covid-19.

East Bernard, Texas, US

• As a Designer during this tenure, I collaborate with project managers to ensure successful completion of full project design lifecycle, from draft designs from architectural blueprints to client-focused change.
• Demonstrated company-wide dedication to quality by consistently completing projects within strict deadlines.
• Leveraged strong problem-solving skills to identify and eliminate potential conflicts early in the design process.

• In this role, I directed and coordinated the daily operations of workshop team, reporting progress directly to company CEO. I also requisitioned supplies by writing detailed lists of material requirements. Along with.
• Maintained high-performance standards and clear cross-functional communication by producing 3D/2D cabinetry design renderings for client presentations, giving team progress reports to management, and defining weekly.
• Promoted brand recognition through an appearance on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt: Renovation in Galveston.

• During this time, I created new client designs on behalf of the company’s CEO, preparing in-depth presentations. My major responsibility was to develop a team for success by creating CAD-generated specification.
• Bolstered company growth and efficiency by implementing new hiring and training strategies, increasing the team from two full-time woodworkers to four, with an additional three part-time staff members.
• Boosted installations per week by optimizing existing processes and identifying areas for improvement.
• Verified overall in-shop safety through regular quality control evaluations and employee reviews.

• During this tenure, I produced CAD drawings for clients, assessing satisfaction with the direction of projects and communicating changes based on feedback. I also identified and solved problems within the design phase.
• Met client objectives by diagnosing potential issues of fabrication and installation, reducing errors in finished products.
• Increased production speed and improved output quality and consistency by streamlining existing process methods.

Master In Furniture Design (Mdes), Home & Contract

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Interdisciplinary Studies, Interior Design & Architectural

Associate'S Degree, Interior Design