Issam Belghazi
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
********.*****@*****.***
Professional Profile:
Analytically-minded, performance-driven Engineer with experience in manufacturing
environment experience in successfully implementing innovative and cost effective designs
using continuous and 5S improvements. Superior problem-solving, time management and
leadership abilities. An excellent team player with superb communication and presentation
skills.
Education:
01/08-05/12 Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, University Of South Florida, Tampa, FL
Skills: Microsoft Office
SAP (Systems, Applications & Products in Data Processing)
QIS Projects (Quality Improvement Story Application)
Six Sigma Methodology
PRG Failure Analysis Application
Professional Experience:
08/14-Present Gerdau, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Finishing End Routine Facilitator (Production Manager)
• Responsible for ensuring routine management efforts are followed and opportunities for
improvement in processes, products, and production within the area of responsibility are
identified
• Responsible for Implementing the Quality Management Airplane with the Operators
• leads Failure Analysis when significant problems occur and compare performance to
existing standards
• Controls the work flow within the area of responsibility, assist in minimizing
downtime/breakdowns and maximizing productivity, monitor performance, managing
routine processes, and training employees in routine management standards
• Facilitate training sessions for operators under a maintained training matrix on the
compliance standards, routine methodologies, tools, policies, practices, and processes
07/12-08/14 Gerdau, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Rolling Mill Improvement Facilitator (Process Engineer)
• Drove the Rolling Mill Yield project which resulted in Cost savings of 1.4 million dollars
( 1% Yield Increase)
• Led a QIS project using the QIS methodology in reducing metallic losses at the Finishing
End with a team of operators. The project generated cost savings of $315,000.00
• Developed and coached employees on capabilities and knowledge in the application of the
QIS methodology and participated in QIS Projects.
• Identified and solved chronic/repetitive problems and failures as well as reduce process
variation.
• Helped build the Finishing End process analysis while engaging operators in order to build
all necessary standards and audits for the department
02/12-05/12 West Pharmaceutical, St. Petersburg, FL
Engineering Intern
• Worked with Manufacturing Engineers to ensure successful evaluation of all new
equipment process improvements.
08/10 -12/10 Mosaic, Mulberry, FL
08/09 -12/09 Maintenance and Reliability Engineer Co-Op
• Developed, implemented, and provided continuous improvement of Preventative and
Predictive Maintenance programs for rotating and stationary equipment using appropriate
technologies
• Coordinated with Production, Maintenance, and Engineering for the elimination of
chronic problems and repetitive failures by utilizing continuous improvement techniques
using six sigma and root cause failure analysis (RCFA).