HUGO C. OCHOA
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
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PROFILE Top-producing and innovative Manufacturing Manager with proven experience in organizational leadership within diverse management and supervisory roles. Possess comprehensive background in highly sensitive powder-coating manufacturing environment (20+ years). Travel throughout U.S and globally to manage field installation/equipment build projects. Willing to travel (current TSA Clearance).
Areas of Manufacturing Operations Mgt. Installation & Logistics
Expertise Teambuilding/Hiring/Supervision Field Operations/Testing
Sales/Customer Relations &Training Equipment Set-Up/Calibration
Production Plans & Productivity Sea Container Shipping
Workflow/Precision/Quality/Safety Material Purchasing/Ordering
Apply talent and vision in achieving consistent results through superior management style. Exceed expectations for team performance, training, motivation, technical precision, quality and on-time job completion.
Well-respected manager with long-standing record of excellence in assembly, welding, packing, shipping, receiving, repairs and hardware installation. Energetic, detail-oriented and dedicated leader with strong work ethic.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel and various database programs.
EDUCATION
Institute of Technology, Durango, Mexico
Business Management Degree, 1989 to 1991
Secondary Technical School, #47, Durango, Mexico
College Preparatory Program, 1985 to 1989
Certifications Mike Cravens Seminar in Powder Coating, Certificate for Outstanding Completion;
& Training Quality Systems Policy & Objectives Training, 2012; Supervisory Drug/Alcohol Training, 2012 Hazardous Materials Management, 2011; Fork Lift Operator Certificate; Completed on-going training in Management/Supervision/Leadership.
EDUCATION
MICROBLEND, INC., Gilbert, AZ, 2018 to 2022 and 2013 to 2017
Floor Manager, 2018 to 2022
Traveled to Columbia, Chile and Mexico to install/build Automated Paint Machines (APMs), dispensing equipment for largest DIY retailer in South America. Oversaw two production teams and ten equipment installers. Managed timely fulfillment, ordering and shipping of dispensing equipment through sea containers daily.
Achievements
Led built/installed 120+ APMs in Columbia, Brazil & Chile from 2013 to 2015.
Recognized as the most skilled system builder with outstanding mechanical skills.
Maintained customer satisfaction by serving as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in system mechanical, electrical and computer operations, as well as on-site testing.
Delivered hands-on management of operations for new program with direct fulfillment of 500 to 600 custom paint orders daily during peak periods. Maintained seamless operations for rapidly changing and expanding operation.
Installation Team Supervisor, 2013 to 2017
Oversaw operations and led/hired/trained team of 18 for field installation and build projects at customer site (80% travel throughout the U.S., as well as Chile, Colombia and Mexico). Provided support to team of engineers in installation of Automated Paint Machines (APMs), system start-up and diagnostics. Collaborated with management and project coordinators regarding project specifications, and ensured that requirements were met (read schematic/installation drawings).
Developed system layout for equipment set-up and tracked/met deadlines.
Conducted customer training in equipment operation and dispensing.
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EXPERIENCE
Continued
Resolved customer issues, ensured equipment was in proper working order and obtained customer approval documentation.
Organized and coordinated logistics and travel arrangements for team.
Accountable for control of tool and equipment inventory.
Achievements
Recognized for completing all projects ahead of schedule through leadership, teambuilding, training/mentoring and commitment to service excellence.
ULTRA CLEAN TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS AND SERVICE, INC., Chandler, AZ
Production Floor Manager, 2017 to 2018
Managed floor manufacturing operations for powder coating facility. Supervised team of 20 Quality Control inspectors, production coaters and production employees.
Set-up equipment for each shift. Developed daily production plan, delegated tasks and coordinated workflows. Ensured availability of necessary parts, materials and shipping supplies for daily, weekly and monthly timeframes.
Achievements
Received award by president for significantly increasing number of frames painted from 4 to 20 daily for use in Intel Corporation semiconductor production with total of 1,000 frames painted during tenure.
Achieved record production levels by maintaining presence on production floor.
Proposed recommendations for process improvements.
B&J, INC., Sparks, NV
Paint Line Supervisor, 2011 to 2013
Supervised team of manufacturing employees for multiple shifts in powder coating production line. Calibrated machines, and oversaw shipping, quality and efficiency in all aspects of paint line operations and part preparation. Tracked progress of jobs and assembly using multiple software programs.
T.M.X., INC., Reno, NV
Paint Line Manager, 2008 to 2010
Managed and coordinated team of manufacturing employees for multiple shifts. Calibrated machines, and oversaw shipping, quality and efficiency in all aspects of paint line operations and part preparation. Tracked progress of jobs and assembly using multiple software programs.
A.M.F. ELECTRONICS, Reno, NV
Paint Line Manager, 2003 to 2008
Managed and coordinated team of up to 30 manufacturing employees for multiple shifts. Calibrated machines, and oversaw shipping, quality and efficiency in all aspects of paint line operations and part preparation. Tracked progress of jobs and assembly using multiple software programs.
Entrusted as key holder of manufacturing facility.
Operated fork lift operations as necessary.
Achievements
Sierra Powder Coating, Outstanding Leadership Award, 2000/2001; and Most Willing To Help Award, 2005. T.M.X., Inc., Employee of the Month, 2009.
SIERRA POWDER COATING, INC., Sparks, NV
Paint Line Supervisor, 1997 to 2003
Supervised team of manufacturing employees for multiple shifts in powder coating production line. Calibrated machines, and oversaw shipping, quality and efficiency in all aspects of paint line operations and part preparation. Tracked progress of jobs and assembly using multiple software programs.