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Adelcia Rodrigues

Houston

Summary

Project Manager with over 20 years of experience in leading projects and operations in small to medium manufacturing facilities. Proven track record in driving projects from initiation to closure, implementing continuous improvement processes that enhance team performance. Successfully managed start-up operations for a 166K sq. ft. plant and logistics for a 290K sq. ft. facility. Expertise in risk management, process improvement, and stakeholder communication, with a focus on achieving high productivity and efficient task completion.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

VP of Operation

Endurance Composites
Houston
01.2019 - 01.2024
  • Managed all aspects of operations with focus being on projects executions, safety, quality, coaching/team building, and cost control.
  • When I started, we had one division, and within two years moved two other divisions under my management and control (one of them been a distribution center) from one state to another.
  • Executed the project of moving the two additional divisions successfully.
  • With the additional operations/product lines I had to completely re-do the layout of the plant for a workflow that optimized efficiency for all three divisions, hire and train an additional twenty-five (25) employees.
  • The day-to-day consisted of setting up a project, assigning tasks, collected status, analyzing project data, and reporting.
  • Our operations consisted of running projects (big/small) for shutdowns and turn arounds.
  • Therefore, I worked with tight schedules and budgets.
  • Led the project to move two (2) operations/division (one from out of state), which included a re-doing of the layout of the local plant to accommodate the additional operations, and hire/train the staff needed.
  • Hired and trained new employees as needed to meet the deadline for new and larger projects.
  • Evaluated and changed some of the processes in multiple departments through continues improvement and data collection, which led to 25% overall efficiency, and 28% scrap reduction.

Self-employed

A & A TURNKEY
Houston
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Company Overview: Home Remodeling.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
  • Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
  • Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
  • Reviewed budget and subcontractor estimates in detail and analyzed for accuracy with scope of work relevancy in mind.
  • Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
  • Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
  • Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
  • Focused on project monitoring and management by developing forecasts and tracking expenses.

Plant Manager

NATURE’S BAKERY, INC.
Hazelwood
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Managed a 250,000 sq. ft. plant with 250+ employees producing healthy snacks and baked goods.
  • Oversaw total plant operations including production, budgeting and cost control, QA/QC, sanitation, scheduling, inventory management, maintenance, safety, hiring and training.
  • Exceeded sales expectations with 100% on-time delivery.
  • Developed and oversaw training and implementation of new food and personal safety programs.
  • Oversee the extrusion/manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of snacks throughout the US to stores like Sam’s, Casco, and Walmart.
  • Improved GMP and food safety (80% to 99%) by re-engineering the system design to enforce policy/ procedure.
  • Improved First-Pass ATP readings (94% to 98%) by evaluating and changing the chemical and sanitation process.
  • Increased first-pass yield and decreased waste 10% by implementing preventive maintenance and waste management programs.
  • Improved efficiency by 15% by initiating 5S Method.

Plant Manager

NOV / FIBERSPAR CORPORATION
Johnstown
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Promoted to lead a 166,000 sq. ft. plant relocation and start-up making spoolable fiberglass pipe for the oil and gas and water industries.
  • Managed all aspects of building and staffing to deliver an on time opening.
  • Developed key managers and oversaw all operations and expansion as the plant grew from 34 to 60+ staff (1 to 2 composite lines).
  • Served as project manager for start-up: ordered equipment and supervised installation; hired and trained teams to operate all areas of manufacturing, including production, plastic injection/molding extrusion lines, and yard operations; oversaw lab, safety, quality, HR, purchasing, shipping, and maintenance.
  • Achieved 99% on time delivery to customers by truck and rail throughout the U.S. and Canada.
  • Implemented 5S and minimized waste (3.8% to 2.6%).
  • Reduced running costs 20% through implementation of cost reduction initiatives in the plant.
  • Reduced OSHA recordable and lost time incidents by 27%.

Yard Operations Manager

NOV / FIBERSPAR CORPORATION
Houston
01.2003 - 01.2012
  • Managed all logistics for a 290,500 sq. ft. plant with 4 buildings, including a machine shop, making fiberglass pipe and fittings.
  • Oversaw inventory control, shipping (truck, rail & boat), receiving returns, safety, packaging quality, equipment and personnel.
  • Oversaw all building maintenance for 3 yards.
  • Improved OSHA safety recordable and lost time 40% by creating a new safety training program.
  • Achieved 98% delivery success rate by truck, rail car and boat to customers in the U.S., Mexico, Canada and overseas.
  • Managed a fleet of 15 trucks (flatbed & step-decks) as well as cranes, forklifts and other equipment.
  • Managed inbound and outbound inventory to deployment centers and customers.

Education

BS - BUSINESS + OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ

ASSOCIATE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION & ACCOUNTING

IBMC College
Fort Collins, CO

Skills

  • Change Management
  • Stakeholder management
  • Risk Management
  • Communication and collaboration
  • Quality Management
  • Schedule Control
  • Inventory Control
  • Scope Planning
  • Project management
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Data analysis
  • Complex Problem-solving

Certification

  • Google Project Management
  • ISO9001-2015 Lead Auditor
  • API Spec. Q1 9th Edition
  • Principal of HACCP - CODEX
  • DOT Hazardous
  • DOT Federal Motor Carrier Safety
  • CPR / First Aid / AED

Languages

Spanish
Professional
Portuguese
Professional

Timeline

VP of Operation

Endurance Composites
01.2019 - 01.2024

Self-employed

A & A TURNKEY
01.2017 - 01.2019

Plant Manager

NATURE’S BAKERY, INC.
01.2016 - 01.2017

Plant Manager

NOV / FIBERSPAR CORPORATION
01.2012 - 01.2016

Yard Operations Manager

NOV / FIBERSPAR CORPORATION
01.2003 - 01.2012

BS - BUSINESS + OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE

University of Phoenix

ASSOCIATE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION & ACCOUNTING

IBMC College

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