Alfredo Guadarrama
Marietta,GA
Summary
With over 25 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services to clients and partners. My focus lies in optimizing processes and driving continuous improvement for business growth. In my current leadership role, I spearheaded operational improvements that resulted in a significant performance increase. I am also responsible for fostering strong relationships with both clients and suppliers, ensuring the smooth delivery and installation of projects. Throughout my career, I've developed a well-rounded skillset encompassing project management, data analysis, and customer service.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations, Print and Deco
Wildpack Beverage
Marietta, Georgia, United States
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Led a successful organizational restructuring, streamlining operations and optimizing resource allocation.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
Director of Operations, Deco
Wildpack Beverage
Marietta, Georgia, United States
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Led 4 nationwide locations and 30+ team members, representing more than 35% of the revenue of the company
- Spearheaded the decoration operations team, driving a significant 60% increase in production through process optimization and lean manufacturing principles
- This directly contributed to the company's revenue growth
- Forged strong interdepartmental collaboration, streamlining communication to expedite defect identification and resolution
- This fostered a continuous improvement culture that ensured consistent quality assurance.
Director of Center of Excellence, Print and Deco
Wildpack Beverage
Marietta, Georgia, United States
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Empowered the team to excel in a high-volume production environment through a comprehensive training program I developed
- Led a continuous improvement initiative to identify and address bottlenecks in the production line, resulting in a significant reduction in defects
- Contributed to a significant production increase in printing operations, fostering a collaborative and dedicated team environment.
Senior Manager, Operational Performance and Standardization
Wildpack Beverage
Marietta, Georgia, United States
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Relaunched a production line in Baltimore, addressing technical and training deficiencies
- Leveraged lean management principles, including downtime analysis and continuous flow implementation, to achieve an impressive 50% increase in production capacity and a 20% reduction in headcount while achieving consistent production targets
- Led a cross-facility continuous improvement initiative, identifying best practices across four production sites to optimize production capacity, streamline resource allocation (headcount), and ensure on-time production delivery.
Plant Manager
Wildpack Beverage
Marietta, Georgia, United States
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Led day-to-day operations and streamlined administrative and scheduling processes post-acquisition, boosting efficiency and achieving on-time production delivery.
Vice President Operations
Red Hare Brewing & Distilling
Marietta, Georgia, United States
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Drove significant growth in beer production by implementing a data-driven forecasting system and optimizing packaging operations to consistently meet sales targets
- Implemented continuous improvement processes to optimize production, minimize waste, and ensure efficient resource allocation
- Launched a new restaurant and distillery concept, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for direct customer engagement
- Developed a unique brand identity through exceptional service and innovative offerings.
Operations Manager
Craftpac LLC
Marietta, Georgia, United States
06.2016 - 10.2021
- Pioneered the can decoration line at a new startup, establishing training programs and production processes to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction
- Cultivated strong supplier relationships, fostering collaboration to improve product quality and minimize defects
- Championed a continuous improvement process, resulting in increased line production capacity and contributing to the company's positive growth
- Implemented lean inventory management techniques to optimize cash flow
- Successfully managed multiple production line relocations and upgrades with zero downtime.
Operations Manager
Red Hare Brewing & Distilling
Marietta, Georgia, United States
01.2016 - 10.2018
- Oversee and design the installation of a new brew house, schillers, tanks, high-speed filler and seamer, and packaging equipment, minimizing downtime to two weeks
- Possess expertise in troubleshooting and equipment maintenance
- Streamlined daily operations for the packaging team
- Managed brewing schedules to meet production targets
- Optimized warehouse and inventory management, minimizing discrepancies.
Co-Owner - General Manager
Corpoprint 2gc c.a.
Caracas, Federal District, Venezuela
01.2007 - 06.2015
- Start-up Digital Printing Shop utilizing HP Indigo technology
- In this fast-paced environment, I wore multiple hats, overseeing renovations, equipment installation, HP Indigo training, sales management, and all printing processes
- I managed a team of 12 and ensured smooth operations across all projects
- All this happens in a challenging environment that requires adaptability and resourcefulness
- Building strong relationships with both employees and business partners is crucial for success.
Management Trainee
BAT
Caracas, Federal District, Venezuela
01.1997 - 01.2006
- Leveraged diverse experiences across cultivation, processing, production, and sales & marketing within a tobacco company, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the industry value chain.
Education
Engineer's degree - Agricultural And Food Products Processing
Universidad Central De Venezuela
Maracay, Venezuela01.1997
Postgraduate Degree - Business Administration And Management
IESA
Caracas, VenezuelaHigh School Diploma -
Colegio La Salle, Valencia
Skills
- Production Planning
- Production Experience
- Organizational Efficiency
- Operational Efficiency
- Operational Performance Improvement
- Strategic Planning And Execution
- Performance Optimization
- Schedule Management
- Cost-Reduction Strategies
- Goal Attainment
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Assurance Standards
Personal Information
Director of Operations, Beverage Industry | Driving Efficiency and Growth
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Operations, Print and Deco
Wildpack Beverage
01.2024 - 03.2024
Director of Operations, Deco
Wildpack Beverage
03.2023 - 01.2024
Director of Center of Excellence, Print and Deco
Wildpack Beverage
10.2022 - 03.2023
Senior Manager, Operational Performance and Standardization
Wildpack Beverage
03.2022 - 10.2022
Plant Manager
Wildpack Beverage
10.2021 - 03.2022
Vice President Operations
Red Hare Brewing & Distilling
10.2018 - 10.2021
Operations Manager
Craftpac LLC
06.2016 - 10.2021
Operations Manager
Red Hare Brewing & Distilling
01.2016 - 10.2018
Co-Owner - General Manager
Corpoprint 2gc c.a.
01.2007 - 06.2015
Management Trainee
BAT
01.1997 - 01.2006
Engineer's degree - Agricultural And Food Products Processing
Universidad Central De Venezuela
Postgraduate Degree - Business Administration And Management
IESA
High School Diploma -
Colegio La Salle, Valencia
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