Jefferson Da Rocha, Ms Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Atlanta Metropolitan Area, Georgia, United States

Nestlé Purina is an American subsidiary of the Swiss corporation, Nestlé. It produces/markets pet food, treats, and cat/dog litter. Its pet food brands include Purina Pro Plan, Purina Dog Chow, Friskies, Beneful, and Purina One.► Serve as Manufacturing Excellence Manager leading TPM (Total Performance Management) initiatives.► Oversee Six Sigma projects and Industrial Performance across multiples factories► Lead the multi-disciplinary Performance Acceleration team, which is… Show more Nestlé Purina is an American subsidiary of the Swiss corporation, Nestlé. It produces/markets pet food, treats, and cat/dog litter. Its pet food brands include Purina Pro Plan, Purina Dog Chow, Friskies, Beneful, and Purina One.► Serve as Manufacturing Excellence Manager leading TPM (Total Performance Management) initiatives.► Oversee Six Sigma projects and Industrial Performance across multiples factories► Lead the multi-disciplinary Performance Acceleration team, which is focused on improving results for a critical business production operation► Support the manufacturing excellence plan for the start-up of a new operation facility by guiding development of standards, operational routines, and loss identification► Lead mapping and loss cascade analysis to identify and reduce top contributor for waste impacting on factory conversion cost► Oversee day-to-day operations of manufacturing, including production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation► Monitor production processes to ensure efficiency, productivity, and profitability targets are met/exceeded► Implement/enforce quality control measures to ensure that manufactured products meet or exceed customer expectations and industry standards► Work with cross-functional teams, such as procurement, and logistics, to ensure seamless coordination and communication throughout the manufacturing process► Identify areas for process improvement and implement strategies to optimize production workflows, reduce costs, and increase operational efficiency► Manage/develop a high-performing manufacturing team, including hiring, training, mentoring, and performance management► Collaborate with other departments to align manufacturing activities with sales forecasts, demand planning, and budgetary constraints► Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, industry standards, and quality management systems, such as ISO certifications► Stay abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices Show less

Greater Cleveland

Nestle is the world’s largest food and beverage company.► Managed Total Productive Management (TPM) and continuous improvement implementation for seven factories manufacturing Beverages, Prepared Foods, and Ice Cream for Nestle USA► Directed/supported factories to develop and implement performance improvement strategies, including TPM (Total Performance Management), Lean and Six Sigma methodologies► Coached and facilitated kaizen and continuous improvement projects, including… Show more Nestle is the world’s largest food and beverage company.► Managed Total Productive Management (TPM) and continuous improvement implementation for seven factories manufacturing Beverages, Prepared Foods, and Ice Cream for Nestle USA► Directed/supported factories to develop and implement performance improvement strategies, including TPM (Total Performance Management), Lean and Six Sigma methodologies► Coached and facilitated kaizen and continuous improvement projects, including Six Sigma projects► Supported the implementation of operational routines to ensure sustainability of results► Developed continuous improvement competence working with key leaders of the factories► Led Regional TPM pillar leaders (PM, FI, E&T, SHE, Q) to ensure right support, training and deployment of pillar methodology and results► Managed, coached, and trained AM (Autonomous Maintenance) Pillar deployment for the region► Trained/coached development of factory TPM Managers► Led working sessions on the floor to deploy TPM system/tools to drive down focused losses► Managed/facilitated all continuous improvement initiatives and strategy► Drove a continuous improvement culture and cost savings initiatives by prioritizing opportunities and executing Lean transformation strategy/metrics► Used metrics to provide support to process owners in linking projects to strategic operational objectives► Supported teams in developing lean roadmaps to use in the deployment of strategic objectives► Ensured successful definition and execution of large, cross-functional improvement initiatives► Identified best practices within/outside the company and served as a channel for best-practice sharing and adoption► Provided guidance for projects and kaizen events► Managed/facilitated continuous improvement projects and kaizen events to improve productivity and accelerate growth► Worked with finance to evaluate project savings estimates, validated reported CI benefits, and ensured accurate accounting Show less

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

► Expatriated from the Brazilian Market to the United States market to be responsible for the implementation, management, and operation of the Total Performance Management (TPM) process at Nestle's Anderson Factory.► Developed pillar leaders and supported the pillars routine.► Developed Total Performance Management (TPM) expansion plan.► Oversaw a team of technicians and analysts who utilized precision and predictive tools, technologies, and software to determine the condition of… Show more ► Expatriated from the Brazilian Market to the United States market to be responsible for the implementation, management, and operation of the Total Performance Management (TPM) process at Nestle's Anderson Factory.► Developed pillar leaders and supported the pillars routine.► Developed Total Performance Management (TPM) expansion plan.► Oversaw a team of technicians and analysts who utilized precision and predictive tools, technologies, and software to determine the condition of assets, identified and repaired defects, and communicated recommended follow-on activities to operations, maintenance, and management.► Led, mentored, and inspired a team of technicians and analysts specializing in predictive maintenance techniques.► Implemented predictive and precision maintenance strategies to enhance asset reliability and availability.► Fostered a collaborative and innovative team culture that encourages continuous learning and professional growth.► Set clear goals and objectives for the team, provided regular feedback, and conducted performance evaluations.► Collaborated with operations and maintenance to implement effective precision and predictive maintenance strategies.► Provided subject matter expertise for applicable use of technologies in the field.► Oversaw the analysis of information for management, providing insights and recommendations based on predictive maintenance data.► Drove continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of predictive maintenance processes.► Planned and managed short and long-term goals of the Predictive Maintenance Team for facility operations. Show less

Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil

► Served as production manager for the biggest Nestle production process in Brazil, involving two manufacturing units -- the Chocolate Milk Powder and Liquid Plant - UHT in Araras e Região, Brazil (Greater Campinas/Sao Paulo).► Managed 400 employees directly or indirectly, including hiring, training, motivating, monitoring, and disciplining, as necessary.► Oversaw the daily routine management of maintenance, production and quality in the plants and led projects aimed at improving… Show more ► Served as production manager for the biggest Nestle production process in Brazil, involving two manufacturing units -- the Chocolate Milk Powder and Liquid Plant - UHT in Araras e Região, Brazil (Greater Campinas/Sao Paulo).► Managed 400 employees directly or indirectly, including hiring, training, motivating, monitoring, and disciplining, as necessary.► Oversaw the daily routine management of maintenance, production and quality in the plants and led projects aimed at improving various production indicators. ► Gained vast experience in TPM (Total Predictive Management) implementation as a manager of the factory’s pilot line and led of the autonomous maintenance pillar.► Managed the pilot area during the implementation of the lean manufacturing system. ► Responsible for leading maintenance, production, and quality in the production areas► Sponsored significant improvements of deployed projects. ► Achieved Nestle TPM Global Light House recognition due to the success of the pilot line, which I oversaw during the implementation of the lean manufacturing system.► Managed employees performing activities in multiple manufacturing disciplines.► Developed and executed business plans, policies, and procedures and developed organizational and technical strategies and led process improvements.► Created and maintained relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports.► Provided oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes. Managed, developed and motivated employees.► Led the team in day-to-day operations, creating and motivating a great team culture, ensuring the brand standards and policies were met.► Communicated effectively and appropriately with all levels so that the wider team understood company goals and was motivated to work towards their success. Show less

Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil

► Served as the production manager of the Cube, Soup, and Dry Vegetable factories in São José do Rio Pardo e Região (Greater Campinas, Sao Paulo, Brazil).► Managed the daily routine of maintenance, production and quality in the plants, and led projects aimed at improving production indicators.► Gained vast experience in TPM (Total Predictive Management) implementation as a manager of the factory’s pilot line and as the leader of the autonomous maintenance pillar.► Was responsible… Show more ► Served as the production manager of the Cube, Soup, and Dry Vegetable factories in São José do Rio Pardo e Região (Greater Campinas, Sao Paulo, Brazil).► Managed the daily routine of maintenance, production and quality in the plants, and led projects aimed at improving production indicators.► Gained vast experience in TPM (Total Predictive Management) implementation as a manager of the factory’s pilot line and as the leader of the autonomous maintenance pillar.► Was responsible for the pilot area during the implementation of the Lean Manufacturing system.► Participated in the certification process of the Integrated Management System (involving ISO 9001, 14001, 22000, and OSHAS 18000).► Supported the team by focusing on schedules, velocity tracking, and dependency management.► Worked closely with the leads, sub-leads, and producers in gathering information and tracking progress against approved milestones.► Worked with the leads and production team to develop and track against a production plan reflective of the defined project goals as set by leadership.► Anticipated bottlenecks, clarified project priorities, identified risks, and escalated issues that could not be internally resolved.► Clearly defined all workflows, communicated documented processes, and ensured all practices were refined and tuned with learnings.► Provided regular status reports and capacity plan updates with the team and management.► Identified the best tools and technologies to help manage workflow and optimize their implementation and deployment.► Identified processes that could improve project efficiency and acted as a change agent for them.► Contributed to long- and short-form production planning.► Managed timelines and tracked supplied product and assets.► Ensured internal department workflow and tracked documents up to date.► Supported the team on all integrations and proposals and kept abreast of industry trends and best practices. Show less

Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil

► Project managed the Six Sigma Green and White Belt initiative at the São José do Rio Pardo e Região factory in Greater Campinas, Sao Paulo, Brazil, to reduce industrial costs and complaint reduction and improve operational process efficiency.► Conducted a loss tree analysis to identify major losses in the production process.► Organized the Six Sigma project management system (White, Green, Black Belts).► Defined objective development processes from the technical directory to the… Show more ► Project managed the Six Sigma Green and White Belt initiative at the São José do Rio Pardo e Região factory in Greater Campinas, Sao Paulo, Brazil, to reduce industrial costs and complaint reduction and improve operational process efficiency.► Conducted a loss tree analysis to identify major losses in the production process.► Organized the Six Sigma project management system (White, Green, Black Belts).► Defined objective development processes from the technical directory to the definition of factory projects.► Understood customer needs to enhancing project quality and coach on why decreasing process variance is essential for corporate growth. ► Utilized excellent communication skills to coach, mentor, instruct, and advise communicating with groups effectively.► Recognized audience needs and adjust messaging to meet demands employing business understanding and linking initiatives to targeted business outcomes. ► From the standpoint of scope, requirements, and resources, handled several projects and served as a change agent to support the organization in achieving positive change and earning approval. ► Guided teams as they implemented change, recognizing that the Subject Matter Experts (SME) have familiarity with the procedure and were the group in charge of change implementation. ► Led and collaborated with groups and grasped team formation principles (storming, norming, performing) employing excellent interpersonal communications and influencing skills. ► Designed an improvement approach, analyzing and gathering key information. ► Delivered measurable financial results being diligent and quick to demonstrate results.► Communicated with groups effectively, recognizing their needs and adjusting messaging to meet those demands. ► Employed solid business understanding to link initiatives to targeted business outcomes. Show less

Ponta Grossa E Região, Brasil

BRF is a leading global producer and exporter of food.► Led implementation of Six Sigma in the Industrial Directory.► Became certified as a Six Sigma Black Belt and became project adviser of Green and Black Belt projects.► Conducted trainings for the development of Six Sigma specialists (White Belts).► Supported the roll out of continuous excellence (and TPM methodology across the factory.► Coach teams by motivating and empowering people to apply TPM… Show more BRF is a leading global producer and exporter of food.► Led implementation of Six Sigma in the Industrial Directory.► Became certified as a Six Sigma Black Belt and became project adviser of Green and Black Belt projects.► Conducted trainings for the development of Six Sigma specialists (White Belts).► Supported the roll out of continuous excellence (and TPM methodology across the factory.► Coach teams by motivating and empowering people to apply TPM methodologies/tools.► Promoted and supported sharing of ideas, knowledge, standards and improvements along with the integration of TPM into the functions. ► Ensured an overall understanding of the different TPM methodologies and how they integrated through the Factory TPM Implementation Plan to deliver the improved results.► Supported the analysis of performance losses and variances and follow up as to causes of deviation. ► Conducted studies, make recommendations for improvement as required. ► Led and coached structured problem-solving projects (BDA, GSTD, DMAIC, SMED) to reduce losses on site.► Provided training to line operators and managers on factory systems and tools and on their application. ► Ensured that factory systems and tools (DMO, CST, Power BI) are developed, updated and communicated as required. Managed manufacturing standards.► Tracked results of improvement initiatives. Provided weekly, monthly factory performance reports and focus issues as required.► Conducted feasibility for new product development/ new line and perform capacity and line utilization study. ► Ensured compliance with the company's Health, Safety and Environment systems, policies and procedures. Show less

Ponta Grossa E Região, Brasil

• Oversaw a team of 60 employees (engineers, technicians, and operators). • Managed the overhead costs and variable costs in the process, quality indicators, morale, and safety.• Became certified as a Six Sigma specialist - Green Belt.• Led the daily routine and management of a maintenance team’s goals (the team was made up of 25 employees).• Implemented a maintenance management system.

Master’S Degree, Food Technology And Processing, Specialization In Food Technology

Master’S Degree, Industrial Administration

Activities and Societies: Junior Company

Bachelor’S Degree, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer