Manufacturing Operations Leader - GMP/SOP Expert

Vu Nguyen

Riverside, CA

Bilingual: English & Vietnamese

Forklift Certified GMP & SOP Compliant Manufacturing Operations Professional Summary

Results-driven manufacturing professional with 13+ years of experience in high-volume production, blending, packaging, and warehouse operations. Proven leadership experience as Lodige Lead and Back-Up Line Lead, with strong knowledge of GMPs, SOPs, EBR, and Oracle systems. Skilled in team coordination, work order start-ups, inventory control, and process improvement. Safety-focused, detail-oriented, and experienced in forklift operation and RF inventory systems.

Core Competencies

• Manufacturing & Production Operations

• High-Speed Packaging Lines

• V-Blender, Ribbon Blender & Liquid Blending

• Work Order Start-Up & Closeout

• GMP & SOP Compliance

• EBR & Oracle Systems

• Inventory Control & Cycle Counting

• Forklift Operation & Training

• Team Leadership & Cross-Training

• Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

Professional Experience

Material Handler

Carpenter Co. – Riverside, CA

December 2024 – June 2025

• Operated sit-down clamp forklift; completed daily safety inspections.

• Safely stacked and organized foam blocks by lot number for accurate inventory tracking.

• Conducted cycle counts using RF scanner to maintain inventory accuracy.

• Processed returned blocks through crusher system to support daily production needs.

• Maintained clean and organized warehouse environment following safety standards.

Manufacturing Operator / Lodige Lead / Back-Up Packaging Lead Herbalife Innovation & Manufacturing – Lake Forest, CA June 2011 – December 2024

Blending Operations

• Operated V-blender, ribbon blender, Lodige mixer, and liquid blending systems.

• Performed staging, weighing, transfers, and PIABB vacuum system operations.

• Submitted quality samples and ensured batch compliance.

• Maintained strict adherence to GMP and SOP standards. Lodige Lead (2015–2020)

• Supervised and coordinated a team of 20 employees in daily blending operations.

• Increased production volume by 10% through improved workflow coordination, cross-training, and process optimization.

• Assigned daily responsibilities to ensure efficient coverage and minimized downtime.

• Cross-trained employees across departments to improve operational flexibility.

• Utilized Oracle and EBR systems for batch tracking and documentation accuracy.

• Conducted inventory verification using RF scanners to ensure material availability.

• Assisted supervisors with Excel-based production data tracking and reporting.

• Revised SOPs and developed Standard Work Instructions to improve consistency and compliance.

Packaging – High-Speed Line (Back-Up Lead)

• Performed line setup, start-ups, sanitation, and changeovers.

• Troubleshot mechanical issues and worked closely with maintenance to reduce downtime.

• Managed staging and changeovers for new production orders.

• Verified labels, components, and documentation prior to work order closeout. Construction Worker

Torres Construction – Los Angeles, CA

May 2009 – August 2009

• Assisted with cement work and construction of new structures.

• Welded safety rails and maintained job-site safety standards. Automotive Technician

Phillip’s Tire – Marrero, LA

October 2007 – March 2009

• Mounted and balanced tires.

• Performed oil changes, tune-ups, spark plug replacement, battery replacement, alternator and starter repair, and transmission fluid service. Education

Westminster High School – 2006

General Education Diploma

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