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Education
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Ricardo Z. Ramirez

Hemet

Summary

Operations professional with proven track record in optimizing processes and driving efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration, strategic planning, and achieving measurable results. Adept at adapting to changing needs and leading cross-functional teams. Skilled in project management, process improvement, and resource allocation. Dependable and results-driven, known for enhancing operational performance.

Work History

Operations Manager

JBS Case Ready
2021 - 2026
  • Streamlined production processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement quality control measures, ensuring product consistency and compliance.
  • Developed training programs for staff, enhancing skill sets and improving overall team performance.
  • Analyzed workflow data to identify bottlenecks, driving process improvements that accelerated output.
  • Implemented safety protocols across operations, fostering a culture of workplace safety and compliance adherence.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
  • Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
  • Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.

Production Superintendent

JBS Case Ready
2018 - 2021
  • Supervised daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Led cross-functional teams in process improvement initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Analyzed production data to identify trends, enabling proactive decision-making and resource allocation.
  • Coordinated scheduling and workflow management to optimize production capacity and reduce downtime.
  • Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve issues, maintaining product integrity and compliance.
  • Established performance metrics, driving accountability and measuring team productivity against goals.
  • Oversaw daily production activities, ensuring efficient scheduling and resource allocation for optimal output levels.
  • Mentored junior team members to develop their skills, enhancing overall workforce competency and effectiveness.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by conducting regular preventive maintenance and addressing potential issues promptly.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams for successful new product launches and transitions into mass production.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives that led to increased productivity and reduced waste throughout the facility.

Production Supervisor

JBS Case Ready
2016 - 2018
  • Supervised daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Led team of operators in implementing process improvements, enhancing workflow efficiency.
  • Coordinated training programs for new hires, fostering skill development and team cohesion.
  • Monitored equipment performance, identifying maintenance needs to minimize downtime.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Managed team of 64 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.

Team Lead

Cott Beverages
2015 - 2016
  • Oversaw daily operations and performance of production teams to ensure efficiency and quality standards.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and reduced downtime across production lines.
  • Trained and mentored team members on best practices, safety protocols, and operational procedures.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies for meeting production targets and deadlines.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of materials while minimizing excess stock costs.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.

Team lead/Produce Assistant

Fresh & Easy Campus Produce
2008 - 2015
  • Responsible for SBD Trim Department 1st Shift 35 Employees
  • Ensuring product quality
  • Finished goods traceability
  • Training/Coaching/Development of Employees
  • Ensuring Customer Service Level is met
  • Communicating to other Departments as needed(Maintenance/Sanitation/Assembly/Warehouse/Planning)
  • Cross training associates
  • Updating Training Matrix
  • Scheduling Raw product to be processed
  • Scheduling Products to be ran on Assembly lines
  • Efficiency tracking, Ensuring goals are being met Vs schedule
  • Schedule Adherence
  • Finished Goods meet Quality Guidelines
  • Yields of products being processed are being met Effectively
  • Packaging Inventory
  • Raw Material Inventory
  • Finished Goods Inventory
  • Line Balancing(Processes being met with unnecessary motions or labor)
  • KPI management
  • Recipe Management(Ingredients meet Quality before being processed for mix)
  • Lot Maintenance(Discard Expired Product)
  • Update Inventory Systematically as to match Physical Inventory

Locksmith

Pop A lock
2008 - 2009
  • Diagnosed and repaired locking mechanisms to enhance security for residential and commercial properties.
  • Provided emergency lockout services, ensuring prompt resolution for clients in urgent situations.
  • Conducted risk assessments to recommend appropriate locking solutions tailored to client needs.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies on securing premises after break-ins or theft incidents.
  • Improved client satisfaction by providing prompt emergency lockout services for vehicles, homes, and offices.
  • Safeguarded client properties by rekeying locks upon request or as part of a security upgrade strategy.

Mechanic

ramirez truck service
01.2007 - 2008
  • Road service
  • Semi-truck fleet maintenance
  • Change tires
  • Data entry(receipts/bills/charge)
  • Inventory
  • Parts ordering
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
  • Performed routine maintenance on a variety of truck models.
  • Repaired and replaced faulty components to ensure operational efficiency.

Education

High School -

Valley view high school
01.2006

Skills

  • Options Program Completed
  • Team Leadership Training Completed
  • Excel Proficient(Employee Scheduling/ Reporting)
  • Process improvement
  • Performance management
  • Workforce management
  • Problem-solving
  • Team leadership
  • Operations management
  • Operations monitoring
  • Decision-making
  • Employee relations and conflict resolution
  • Performance monitoring
  • MS office

Accomplishments

  • Increase production efficiency by 20% by implementing operational standards.
  • Reduced packaging cost by roughly 95k a year by combining alike products and reducing inventory.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 245 staff members.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Mechanic

ramirez truck service
01.2007 - 2008

Operations Manager

JBS Case Ready
2021 - 2026

Production Superintendent

JBS Case Ready
2018 - 2021

Production Supervisor

JBS Case Ready
2016 - 2018

Team Lead

Cott Beverages
2015 - 2016

Team lead/Produce Assistant

Fresh & Easy Campus Produce
2008 - 2015

Locksmith

Pop A lock
2008 - 2009

High School -

Valley view high school
Ricardo Z. Ramirez