Brandi Galindo
Stockton,CA
Summary
Production planner professional with proven track record in managing and optimizing production workflows. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in inventory management, process improvement, and quality control. Known for reliability and effective problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Control Supervisor
Applied Aerospace & Defense
Stockton, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted in troubleshooting production issues to minimize downtime.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and eliminating waste.
- Managed a small team of 4 production planners, overseeing aircraft production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Planned and scheduled work for production departments, ensuring timely completion of product requirements.
- Maintained accurate records and inventory levels, supporting operational excellence.
- Assisted in launching new startup programs, contributing to the company's growth in the aerospace and defense sector.
- Ensured compliance with quality standards throughout production cycles.
- Supported cross-departmental communication to streamline operations and resolve discrepancies.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Managed multiple complex projects simultaneously while consistently meeting tight deadlines.
- Supported new product launches through effective coordination between design, engineering, and manufacturing teams during the development phase.
Senior Production Planner
Applied Aerospace & Defense
Stockton, CA
05.2012 - 05.2025
- Elevated from entry production planner to senior production planner, demonstrating advanced expertise in production management.
- Supported manufacturing by managing production output and responding to schedule changes.
- Facilitated collaboration with production teams to resolve material issues and optimize schedules.
- Utilized ERP systems for real-time tracking of inventory, ensuring accuracy in order fulfillment processes.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to all entry level planners, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Utilized lean manufacturing principles to identify and address areas for improvement, maximizing production output.
- Monitored and updated open work orders to establish build quantities and resolve inventory discrepancies, enhancing inventory management processes.
- Developed production schedules to optimize resource allocation and meet delivery timelines.
Purchasing Coordinator
Jelly Belly Candy
Fairfield, CA
10.2011 - 05.2012
- Utilized strong understanding of product offerings and supplier networks to procure items that meet quality and quantity standards.
- Proven ability to interface successfully with Corporate Accounting / Finance and Sales.
- Established accurate material standards. Identified issues and took appropriate action to resolve discrepancies immediately.
- Conducted thorough reviews and updates of master data attributes to support effective procurement and planning processes within ERP systems.
- Managed vendor relationships to optimize pricing and service quality.
Education
Associate of Science - Liberal Studies
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CABachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Channel Islands
Camarillo, CASkills
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Material planning
- Training and mentoring
- Microsoft office
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Production control
- Production scheduling
- Workflow monitoring
- Materials handling
- Manufacturing
Timeline
Production Control Supervisor
Applied Aerospace & Defense
05.2025 - Current
Senior Production Planner
Applied Aerospace & Defense
05.2012 - 05.2025
Purchasing Coordinator
Jelly Belly Candy
10.2011 - 05.2012
Associate of Science - Liberal Studies
San Joaquin Delta College
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Channel Islands