Richard Rodriguez
Adelanto
Summary
Dynamic manufacturing professional with extensive experience at Northrop Grumman, specializing in production scheduling and team leadership. Achievements include optimizing workflows and enhancing quality control, resulting in increased operational efficiency. Proficient in integrating new technologies and fostering team development, while upholding high safety standards. Bilingual in Spanish, facilitating effective communication in diverse environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Production II
Northrop Grumman
Palmdale
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to execute production schedules while adhering to stringent quality standards.
- Conducted quality inspections at various stages of the production process to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Maintained accurate production records and reports for management review.
- Taking the role of active lead whenever one of the two current leads is absent from work.
- L.O. (Low observable) ad elastomer coatings.
- Experience in epoxy, other primers, and use of power tools.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Production Coater Lead
LISI Aerospace
Torrance
05.2011 - 07.2022
- Lead a team of operators in the day-to-day execution of coating processes, ensuring all operations meet safety, quality, and productivity standards.
- Coordinate scheduling and staffing to optimize workflow and meet production targets, integrating new processes and technologies as needed.
- Mentor and coach team members to enhance skills and promote professional development, preparing them for leadership roles within the team.
- Manage the integration of new employees, providing training on equipment, safety procedures, and operational expectations, to ensure smooth transitions and alignment with company standards.
- Oversee production reports, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and adjust operations as necessary to meet evolving production needs.
- Lead PSM1 meetings to discuss process improvements and operational changes, and attend PSM2 meetings to ensure alignment with company-wide initiatives.
- Conduct inspections and manage non-conforming products, implementing corrective actions to maintain high product quality.
- Order and manage all necessary materials, chemicals, and equipment to ensure smooth operation and compliance with safety regulations.
- Actively contribute to cross-departmental communication and problem-solving, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Plater 1
Alcoa Fastening Systems
Torrance
03.2006 - 10.2010
- Operated and maintained plating lines, including anodizing, passivation, chromating, hot salt Kolene, and the Jenfab machine, ensuring that quality standards were met.
- Assisted in training new operators on machine operations and quality control standards, enhancing overall team productivity
- Played a key role in learning and mastering the Jenfab machine, becoming the first operator to produce successful results on this equipment.
- Supported the team in troubleshooting and resolving production issues, improving machine uptime, and production output.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dominguez High School
Compton, CA06.2005
Skills
- Supervisory & leadership skills
- Team management
- Team development
- Integration of new processes
- Integration of new technologies
- Production scheduling
- Staffing
- Workflow optimization
- Aerospace painting
- HVLP guns
- Power tools
- Machinery operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Epoxy paints
- Water-based paints
- Reading blueprints
- Following inspection specifications
- Following operational specifications
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Teamwork
- Conflict resolution
- Safety management
- Quality control
- Planning
- Organizing
- Decision-making
- Microsoft Office
- Data reporting tools
- Operational efficiency
- Fluent in Spanish
- Puffy air supply (full and half face mask) certified
Professional Highlights
- Led multiple process improvement initiatives within the coating department, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced production downtime.
- Played a critical role in the smooth integration of new employees and operators, ensuring proper training and alignment with company expectations.
- Successfully transitioned from entry-level operator to Production Coater Lead, overseeing complex operations and managing cross-functional teams.
- Promoted to Production Coater Lead in 2016 after consistently demonstrating leadership potential and commitment to operational excellence.
- Acted as a lead in 2015, providing day-to-day guidance for the team while continuing to meet individual production goals.
Timeline
Manufacturing Production II
Northrop Grumman
08.2022 - Current
Production Coater Lead
LISI Aerospace
05.2011 - 07.2022
Plater 1
Alcoa Fastening Systems
03.2006 - 10.2010
High School Diploma -
Dominguez High School
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