Ponciano Garcia

*** ******* **** ******, ********** 92571

714-***-**** acvyg2@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER PROFILE

Seasoned and motivated professional with 20 years of experience contributing to the effective

operation and management of a manufacturing company through outstanding production

management and supervision expertise. Versatile and tenacious manager with proven ability to

oversee quality control, production scheduling, reading, and application of engineering

documentation. Collaborative and approachable communicator and leader with talent for

interfacing effectively with diverse staff persons and supervising and mentoring employees

successfully utilizing extensive knowledge and experience.

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

Production/Manufacturing Expertise

Spanish and English Communicator

Supervising / Training / Mentoring Employees

Versatile / Dependable

Cost Containment / Quality Control

Production Scheduling / Inspections

Ambitious and Willing to Learn

Follow Oral and Written Directions

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PACTIV PACKAGING SOLUTIONS, Santa Fe Springs, California 2010 2016

PROODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Direct and coordinate all activities related to shift production to maximize productivity and

minimize cost while maintaining quality. Ensure production requirements are achieved and all

production data is gathered and recorded correctly into SAP on a daily basis. Guide the overall

teams mission in productivity, safety, operations, continuous improvement and team

effectiveness.

JACUZZI BRANDS, INCORPORATED, Chino, California 1989-2009

Global manufacturer and distributor of high quality and innovative bath, plumbing, and backyard

products for residential, commercial, and institutional markets. Products include whirlpool baths,

outdoor hot tubs, showers, sanitary ware, bath tubs, as well as fixtures and accessories.

PRODUCTION MANAGER (Spa and Bath Divisions) 2000-2009

Directed all plant operations including safety, meeting production goals, managing costs and

activity efficiency, manpower, and interviewing / hiring employees. Managed eight supervisors

and 600+ employees, overseeing two shifts. Maximized productivity for plant by 20+% with

average shift output increasing from 500 to 600+ units. Generated savings for company by

leading efforts to minimize waste, reducing scrap rate from 9% to 4%.

FLOOR SUPERVISOR 1996-2000

Multi-tasked within various departments throughout plant including thermoforming, fiberglass

and drilling, sub-assembly and assembly, final line and peak-out, and conducting meetings.

QUALITY CONTROL (AC) SUPERVISOR 1996-1996

Oversaw plant quality control including managing inspectors, conducting QC testing such as

resin and functional testing, and visual inspections. Performed receiving inspections and

developed / maintained collaborative relationships with buyer, engineering staff, and vendors.

Ensured that all extruded material was received according to blueprints, conducting 100% of all

inspections. Met with suppliers weekly to discuss quality issues.

LEAD MAN, FIBERGLASS DEPARTMENT 1993-1996

Provided leadership and training to chopper gun and roller operators. Used and maintenance of

painting equipment such as guns, brushes and striping machines. Ensured production goals were

met on daily basis.

EXPEDITOR, PLANT OPERATIONS 1991-1993

Managed material handling staff and scheduled plants daily production, expediting units to fill

orders. Interacted extensively with buyers.

WAREHOUSE CLERK 1989-1991

Conducted cycle counts, shipping and receiving, and issued and tracked production line parts /

materials.

SKILLS / TRAINING

ISO 9001 Processes / Procedures

Principles of Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen System Methods Five S System Methods

Excellent Communication Skills

First Aid / CPR Certified

Work Cooperatively With Diverse Population

Microsoft Office Suite

AS400 / SAP

EDUCATION

In progress Associate of Art Degree, Management, MVC Moreno, Ca 92551

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