Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Brad Pinheiro

7 Waste Team Lead
Corning,CA

Summary

Hardworking leader that is versatile and knowledgeable about equipment operation, process improvement, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in ERP utilization, documentation, compliance and scheduling. Performance-oriented manufacturing professional with demonstrated skills in enhancing workflows and resource utilization to achieve demanding targets.

Work History

7 Waste Team Lead

Bell Carter Foods
Corning, CA
02.2024 - Current
  • Implemented process improvements that led to reduced turnaround times for critical tasks without compromising quality.
  • Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
  • Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
  • Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful project execution while maintaining strong collaboration among team members.

Operations Coordinator

Bell Carter Foods
Corning, CA
06.2022 - 02.2024
  • Optimized operational efficiency, coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
  • Improved employee performance, implementing training programs and conducting regular performance reviews.
  • Spearheaded process improvement initiatives, identifying areas for optimization and implementing changes accordingly.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing overall team performance and output quality.
  • Implemented training programs for new hires, promoting a culture of continuous learning and development.
  • Developed and maintained efficient production processes and procedures.

Production Supervisor

Andersen & Sons Shelling
Vina, CA
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Reduced obstacles and variables to maintain production performance and meet deadlines.
  • Compiled production equipment status reports, detailing parts produced, downtime duration and potential quality concerns.
  • Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.

Production Coordinator

Bell Carter Foods
Corning, CA
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Overseen and supervised all thermal processing and operations for all departments.
  • Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays.
  • Boosted production throughput and quality by 20% by revamping procedures and monitoring strategies.
  • Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.
  • Compiled production equipment status reports, detailing parts produced, downtime duration and potential quality concerns.
  • Implemented program changes to identify and quickly resolve root cause issues bottlenecking production levels.
  • Conferred with managers, sales teams and engineering personnel to revise plans and achieve demanding targets.

Lead Retort Operator

Bell Carter Foods
Corning, CA
08.2020 - 02.2021
  • Planned, scheduled and delegated daily work to team of employees.
  • Overseen and supervised thermal processing for the department.
  • Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
  • Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining and motivating employees.
  • Tracked daily production, inventory usage and notable incidents on behalf of Operations Manager to support operational planning and strategic decision making.
  • Monitored and evaluated teams, identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement.
  • Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.

Retort Operator

Bell Carter Foods
Corning, CA
10.2017 - 08.2020
  • Kept accurate records of thermal processing and quality indicators.
  • Operated retort equipment safely and efficiently with other retort operators.
  • Sterilized product for consumers in a fast, safe and efficient manner.
  • Ensured proper documentation of all deviations and corrective actions in thermal processes on production logs to meet state requirements for release of production to the public.
  • Performed maintenance tasks and adjustments to preserve production efficiency.

Processor

Bell Carter Foods
Corning, CA
03.2015 - 10.2017
  • Made sure that raw products processed were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
  • Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Examined incoming raw products and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
  • Applied and monitored curing application to ensure proper processing and addressed any quality concerns.
  • Took on additional shifts during peak work periods as well as filling in other roles as needed.

Sanitation Worker

Bell Carter Foods
Corning, CA
07.2013 - 03.2015
  • Washed down facility walls, floors and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
  • Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material.
  • Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
  • Completed in-depth cleaning of machinery to protect consumers from contamination and illness.

Laser Sorter Operator

Andersen & Sons Shelling
Corning, CA
05.2007 - 01.2009
  • Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
  • Fed raw materials into machines.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.

Education

GED -

Los Molinos High School, Los Molinos, CA
01.2001

Skills

  • Coordinating Daily Operations
  • Leadership
  • Best Practices and Methodologies
  • Active Learning
  • Lean Methodology
  • Continuous Improvement Process
  • 5S Methodology
  • Process Improvement Initiatives
  • Root Cause Identification

Certification

  • Better processing certified, U.C. Davis-2020
  • Yellow belt six sigma certified, M.S.I.-2020
  • T.P.S. concepts certified, M.S.I.-2020
  • Green belt lean six sigma certified, M.S.I.-2021


Timeline

7 Waste Team Lead - Bell Carter Foods
02.2024 - Current
Operations Coordinator - Bell Carter Foods
06.2022 - 02.2024
Production Supervisor - Andersen & Sons Shelling
02.2022 - 06.2022
Production Coordinator - Bell Carter Foods
06.2021 - 02.2022
Lead Retort Operator - Bell Carter Foods
08.2020 - 02.2021
Retort Operator - Bell Carter Foods
10.2017 - 08.2020
Processor - Bell Carter Foods
03.2015 - 10.2017
Sanitation Worker - Bell Carter Foods
07.2013 - 03.2015
Laser Sorter Operator - Andersen & Sons Shelling
05.2007 - 01.2009
Los Molinos High School - GED,
Brad Pinheiro7 Waste Team Lead