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La Porte, Tx

Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics. Set (3) new company records for most output on weekly, monthly and yearly timeframes.Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.Boosted employee morale and reduced turnover through development and implementation of comprehensive rewards and recognition program. Facilitated team brainstorming sessions that led to innovative solutions for long-standing operational challenges.Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability

United States

Adapted, adopted and mastered roles within the operations process using prior VSM knowledge Increased productivity 13.2% within operations across the board by recommending process, training and equipment improvements utilizing previous Lean experience and mechanical skillset Strengthened team Involvement, communication and morale with seasonal engagement challenges Championed Safety Culture awareness and training upon arrivalLeading up with Sr Management on the development and initiation of preliminary SQDCM boards, 6S training, auditing and implementation Served as facility Safety Coordinator2023 P2 Production Department MVPPerforms autonomous maintenance to ensure continuous one piece flow

Greater Houston

Local based sports performance and wellness company founded by two former bodybuilders and businessman dedicated to providing quality supplements, transparent practices and affordable prices to athletes aspiring to reach the next level in their field or for fitness enthusiasts interested in maintaining a superior health and wellness.

La Porte, Texas, United States

Initiated continuous improvement activities, driving changes and adapting to evolving production demands.Increased productivity by improving processes to remove bottlenecks.Strengthened team performance with continuous training strategies.Kept quality levels high with quick corrections of identified production problems.Created and implemented formal procedures for a newly opened facility regarding quality, safety, and continuous improvement effortsCoached and trained line employees and Supervisors in-training on lean concepts, business theory and administrative principlesKept line working smoothly by anticipating and meeting supply needs.

Pasadena, Texas, United States

Operated control board by way of a DCS/PLC control system, involving all aspects of plant operation.Monitor, inspect, maintain and regulate catalyst processing equipment, including circulation andreciprocating pumps, centrifugal compressors, chemical gas producing systems, various turn valves, ball valves and vacuum systems.Spearheaded the development and implementation of a formal training program and developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)-Lead TrainerImproved company safety, organizational, and inventory systems utilizing prior Lean Sigma ExperiencePre-weigh, feed and pull components for Sulfiding, Regeneration, Passivation and Impregnation unitsPerform laboratory analysis of all liquid raw material incoming to the facility. (Sulfuric Acid, NaHS, H2S, citric Acid, Peg, Lube Oil and White Mineral Oil).Maintained warehouse and production records in accordance with inventory accuracy and ISO certification.Trained in Hazwoper, OSHA 30 hour, RCRA, DOT, ISO, and local and state regulations for hazardous material processing and delivery

Houston, Texas Area

Supervised production schedules, production quality, and on-time deliveryFacilitated the implementation of Lean Sigma business model in place of an incentive-based production line, Established initial KPI metrics reporting related to Safety/Quality/Delivery and CostMaintained and enforced a safe and clean working environment at all times. Successfully implemented 5S/6S.Implemented root cause analysis and corrective actions to remove defective process errors and improved product quality, with average percentage reductions of 20%Established and adjusted work procedures to meet production schedulesImproved efficiency and productivity by eliminating 15% waste and production constraintsCoached employees in developing and achieving individual performance goalsOffered Corporate position as traveling auditor, awarded as the best Quality/Safety technician in the nation (2012)Held Positions in Quality/SafetyAdministration/Project Management (4 years), Operations(1.5 years), and Purchasing (1.5 years)