Manufacturing Engineer
Resume:
J. Rafael Sosa
Katy, TX *****
Dear Hiring Manger
Your team is currently searching for the ideal candidate to fill the position of Director of Operations,
through the assistance of Ciresi and Morek. In reviewing the position description, I am convinced that my
experience provides me with the necessary tools to excel in this assignment. A proven operations leader
with history of applied Lean Manufacturing principles, Process Improvement and Operational
Management, provide me with the solid background required for this position.
My experience and achievements in the various industries, along with a career history of applied
Continuous Improvement, experience in operations start up and programs launched with a variety of
functional teams (Quality, Engineering, Design, Planning), are the elements that will enable me to
succeed in this role.
Additionally, acquired strengths provide me with the elements needed to exceed the expectations required
from this leadership position:
Root Cause Analysis
Strategic Planning
Value Stream mapping
Coaching / Developing
I welcome the opportunity to discuss t his position as well as my qualifications, with you, in greater detail.
Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
J. Rafael Sosa
********@*******.***
Ph. 956-***-****
J. Rafael Sosa
Katy, TX 77450 956-***-**** ********@*******.***
Organized and efficient leader, effective in accomplishing objectives in a fast paced business
environment. Experienced, results driven, hands on leader with proven problem solving experience.
Process oriented, with strategic vision, strong project management skills, understanding that results are
attained through process. Excellent training and presentation skills, communication abilities with all
organizational levels, understanding of world class and change management practices . Collaborative with
finance and other teams to ensure metrics are accurately developed and reported. Positive, Self-
motivated with high initiative. Over eighteen years of direct experience in multi industry manufacturing
projects with proven success and financial results.
Led Manufacturing team through consistent productivity growth: 5% - 2012, 18% - 2013, 20% -
2014 (Each, a record production year)
Successfully reached a safety milestone of Zero recordable incidents in 2013 [500 days – Total]
Applied Lean Manufacturing methods for improved process throughput and performance
Maintained manufacturing team’s focus on Customer Experience, Safety and Financial
objectives, while improving overall performance.
Competencies
Project Management Leadership Lean Manufacturing
Strategic Planning Root Cause Analysis Process Improvement
Progressive Thinking Total Quality Management W orld Class experience
Team Oriented Product Development Process Focused
Professional Experience
Apr 2011 - Cameron International Houston / Brookshire, TX
Manufacturing Manger
Aug 2014
Led a manufacturing team of 75+, operating on three shifts, five days per week.
Improved elastomer operations to a growth of 16% - volume / 23% - value, in a two
year production period
Ensured API Certification for elastomer facility through training / improvements to
established procedures
Incorporated flexible manufacturing techniques for improved productivity and
throughput
Through improved personnel relationships, significantly r educed the number of
grievances in a union facility
Improved productivity for 2013 by 18% with lower headcount than previo us year.
Established key systemic improvements in production sequencing to reduce
downtime.
Expanded Supervisor team with qualified personnel, to address volume growth.
Business Forecast Manager
Analyzed global spare part volume for aftermarket distribution and repair facilities
Established supply / reordering program of critical items for worldwide facilities
Planned and Reassigned critical product vendor supply volumes, with no impact to
worldwide manufacturing / demand / inventories
Established bi-weekly status reviews with strategic global warehouse locations
J. Rafael Sosa
Katy, TX 77450 956-***-**** ********@*******.***
Apr 2002 – Milliken and Company Matamoros, Mexico
Sr. Manufacturing Leader
Apr 2011
Initiated automotive airbag production, via contract manufacturing, in Mexico
Led Multifunctional team which resolved product design, manufacturing and process
issues.
Managed operations through 5,000% growth in < 24 month period
Direct interface with corporate and customer design team to address product
concerns
Created and established manufacturing procedures required for new operations
Initiated production at second and third airbag manufacturing sites in Mexico, with
flawless launches at each location
Coordinated design, manufacturing and engineering teams at three manufacturing
locations.
Established and implemented vision for plant environment
Production Planning Leader
Established detailed program timelines, based on cu stomer projections and
production forecasts, for all manufacturing locations
Created and executed detailed ramp plans for multiple airbag program launches,
avoiding production down time as well as customer delays
Analyzed and applied data as part of team responsible for reductions in material yield
losses
Led multiple program transfers between manufacturing facilities, coordinating all
logistics aspects, resulting in seamless transitions to customer
Applied data analysis to prioritize and allocate limited materials to multiple
manufacturing sites
Part of team that created data based tracking systems, used to establish material
ordering procedures
Coordinated supply chain, production planning, equipment providers, manufacturing
teams for all production start ups
Production Control Manager
Hired, trained and supervised warehouse coordinator
Established finished goods cycle count procedure for monthly review and analysis of
inventory control process
Analyzed customer data to create supply chain forecast models, reducing incoming
Material inventories
Quality Director
Established Quality Director function for Mexico operations
Directly Responsible for Customer interface, service and response
Established supplier quality procedures to determine lot acceptance, based on
statistically determined sample analysis
Implemented Quality Systems resulting in Certification to World Class Standards
Created Standardized quality procedures and process for three manufacturing sites
Oct 1998 – Lear Corporation Dearborn, MI
Seat System Design
Apr 2002
Design leader for 2000-2002 high volume Ford vehicle
Coordinated design reviews, planning and communications between global
Manufacturing Locations
Successful product launch, simultaneously at two production facilities, while
addressing OEM and internal customer concerns
J. Rafael Sosa
Katy, TX 77450 956-***-**** ********@*******.***
Led team in successfully implementing New Safety Restraint Systems in compliance
with Government regulations, achieving highest pos sible safety rating for customer
Handled communication and issue resolution with Customer, internal plants,
overseas and domestic suppliers
Oversee testing and validation of Seat Systems for compliance with International
Standards
Seat Trim Engineer
Launched feature vehicle interior with compressed timing, successfully meeting
quality, delivery and financial targets for program
Lead multi-functional product team to resolve sub supplier manufacturing issues
Aug 1996 – Vanity Fair Corporation El Paso, TX
Industrial Engineer
Sep 1998
Led Industrial Engineering, focusing on cost reduction through process improvements
Introduced and implemented Lean Manufacturing techniques on traditional
manufacturing process’
Delphi Interior & Lighting Mexican Operations Cd. Juarez, Mexico
Feb 1993 -
Packaging Engineer
Jul 1996
Identified and Implemented improvements resulting in $1.2M annual savings
Industrial Engineer
Part of Focus team benchmarking World Class manufacturing facilities / process’
Education
Aug 1988 - Monterrey Technological Institute (ITESM) Monterrey, Mexico
BS Industrial and Systems Engineering
Dec 1992
Accredited in the US
Additional Skills
Bilingual English – Spanish Change Agent Team Oriented
SAP systems JIT Manufacturing Process Focused
Facilitator / Creative Planner QS / ISO / TS16949 Trained Kaizen
Value Stream Mapping Statistical Process Control DMAIC
Product Development Materials Management TPS
Overall Business Acumen
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