Manager Quality

Marcel Ruiz

Houston, TX 281-***-**** **************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/marcel-ruiz-3911418 PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS MANAGER

Innovative and customer-centric business leader with global experience managing all phases of a manufacturing/production process to drive operational excellence through process improvement and quality control initiatives. Recognized for reducing production costs through efficient use of resources. Hire, engage, and retain top talent to achieve objectives through coaching, collaboration, and training. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Core competencies include: Strategic Planning Continuous Improvement Quality Assurance Lean Manufacturing Logistics Supply Chain-Procurement Project Management Talent Development Cross-Functional Team Leadership Kaizen SAP ISO 13485

EXPERIENCE

KARL STORZ INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS, Stafford, TX 2009 – 2019 Manager – Production Operations, 2014 – 2019

Manager – Production Assembly, 2009 – 2013

Manage production operations from incoming to outgoing and assist in the production of configured products. Ensure on-time delivery of products and materials to all OR1 system installation projects and services. Managed overall order fulfillment and distribution. Implement process improvement programs and ensure highest quality products. Manage vendor base in conjunction with Global Procurement group from Germany.

• Identified cost reduction potentials by renegotiating current contract agreements in both purchased third parties and in-house production/shop floor activities, achieving over $2M cost savings in 2017 and $2.5M in 2018.

• Reduced production and testing time by 30% for existing products.

• Projected cost reduction for 2019 is $2.7M.

• Increased production without increasing staff through efficient use of existing resources and correct prioritization.

• Production quality for deliverables over 98%.

• Participate in global product development teams and contribute to on-time completion of projects with full Quality System compliance.

• Maintain strict adherence to Quality System and related FDA, ISO, and TÜV regulatory requirements.

• Consistently expand knowledge of FDA Class 1 or Class 2 medical manufacturing. FAIRWAY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, Houston, TX 2008 – 2009 Manufacturing Manager

Oversaw production of medical goods for in-house and contract product lines. Prepared production procedures and work instructions. Coordinated production manpower, materials, and logistics. Ensured compliance with ISO 9001/13485 design and manufacturing controls.

• Organized workflow and represented manufacturing function in product fulfillment planning.

• Led production personnel to ensure products were high quality, produced on time, and met customer’s expectations.

• Administered maintenance and calibration for production tool equipment.

• Monitored MRP system by opening work orders, quotations, purchase orders, and inventory control.

• Introduced and implemented MRP system to company. FLEXTRONICS SPECIAL BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, Stafford, TX 2006 – 2008 Manufacturing Manager

Reviewed performance metrics for quality, labor efficiency, on-time delivery, scrap, and overtime, then used data to drive, maintain record of, and measure effectiveness of continuous improvement projects.

Assessed workload and capacity requirements for determining resource and equipment needs. Assisted Program Managers, Design, and Quality Control Engineering with manufacturability capabilities and incoming material review.

• Responded to NC’s with corrective actions and root causes.

• Coordinated with Human Resources and On-Site Manager in regard to personnel concerns and issues.

• Implemented quality improvement actions, lean manufacturing, and 5s methodology.

• Utilized knowledge of MRP systems, clean room, packaging, and inventory control.

• Reviewed master schedule to reduce number of backorders. Informed estimators of incorrect labor quotes.

• Analyzed customer non-conformance activity and participated in purge activity.

• Updated headcount for load/capacity report.

• Oversaw direction, coordination, and evaluation of units and Mechanical Packing. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Consulting - Medical Devices

Research and Development Support Engineer

SIEMENS HEARING INSTRUMENTS, INC.

Production Manager

EDUCATION

KEAN UNIVERSITY – Union, NJ

Bachelor of Science (BS) – Industrial Technology (Electronic Option) Bachelor of Science (BS) – Mathematics

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Copy Exact Certification, Sexual Harassment Course, Advanced Statistics Course, Diversity, Electrical Static Discharge (ESD) Re-Certification – FLEXTRONICS

• Electrical Static Discharge Re-Certification – OTICON

• Interpersonal Skills – American Management Association

• Internal Auditor (FDA and ISO) – Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc.

• Improving Managerial Effectiveness, Management Skills and Techniques for New Supervisors – American Management Association

• Soldering/Wiring Training – Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc.

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