Brian Bonella
Santa Fe Springs,CA
Summary
A highly experienced Industrial Engineer and Continuous Improvement Supervisor with 20 years of proven expertise in driving operational excellence and process optimization across diverse industries. Recognized for strong leadership skills in managing cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative work environment, and delivering consistent results. I am a dedicated and hardworking professional, committed to improving efficiency, reducing waste, and implementing innovative solutions. Adept at leading continuous improvement initiatives, mentoring teams, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals to achieve measurable outcomes. Known for a hands-on approach, attention to detail, and a passion for achieving operational success through teamwork and determination.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Continuous Improvement Supervisor
Trojan Battery Company
Santa Fe Springs, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with other departments to create and document best practices for continuous improvement.
- Identified key performance indicators and developed action plans to improve them.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that increased efficiency by 10%.
- Performed data analysis to identify potential areas of inefficiency and waste reduction.
- Analyzed workflow and production, reviewing customized value stream mapping data to ascertain areas for improvement.
- Increased efficiency through process evaluations and new process creation.
- Managed continuous improvement strategies to improve manufacturing margins and reduce costs.
- Led team in identifying and implementing lean and continuous improvement actions to enhance production volume and efficiency while exceeding quality standards and product specifications.
- Collaborated with leadership teams in applying CI/Lean methodologies for driving Continuous Improvement initiatives
- Utilized analytical skills to perform thorough root cause analyses on both escalated incidents and non-conforming materials, resulting in effective problem resolution
Industrial Engineer
Trojan Battery Company
Santa Fe Springs, CA
10.2018 - Current
- Enhanced and optimized routing operations for various product types within Plex ERP systems
- Responsible for maintaining and updating part list/item master revisions
- Performed time studies to determine manufacturing process, staff requirements, and production standards
- Reviewed, developed, and monitored process workflows to enhance labor efficiencies, reduce scrap, and improve product quality through line balancing.
- Oversaw the setup and management of projects involving new part numbers and revisions for different types of parts.
- Performed root cause analysis investigations for unexpected production problems.
Industrial Engineer
Endress+ Hauser Conducta Inc.
Anaheim, CA
03.2004 - 10.2018
- Analyzed, created, and modified routers and Bill of Materials through SAP/R3 software.
- Experience in using a specialized SAP module for the creation and modification of configurable materials
- Analyzed and optimized workflow using KAIZEN and lean manufacturing methods to enhance productivity, optimize processes, and ensure operational safety.
- Applied engineering principles to design products and systems that meet process requirements
- Selected and designed tools according to specifications, utilizing manuals, drafting tools, computer programs, and specialized software.
- Organized the activities of engineering personnel to produce tests control apparatus and equipment, as well as devising testing methodologies for products
- Identified and established parts supply, maintenance tasks, safety procedures, and service schedules necessary for maintaining machines and equipment in optimal condition.
- Evaluated and analyzed designed equipment through experimentation to collect performance data, compiled detailed reports.
- Recommended methods for optimizing the utilization of personnel, material, and utilities.
- Utilized drafting tools and computer to create efficient layouts for equipment, materials, and workspace
- Conducted thorough analysis of operations sequence, material flow, functional statements, organization charts, and project information to establish worker functions and duties
- Implemented streamlined manufacturing techniques, standardized labor utilization practices, and established cost analysis mechanisms for optimal staff and facility optimization.
- Maximized resource efficiency by planning and establishing operation sequence for fabrication and assembly
- Recorded and monitored information to maintain up-to-date engineering drawings and production problem documentation.
- Collaborated with vendors, staff, and management on purchasing decisions, procedures implementation, product specifications clarification,
and manufacturing capacities evaluation - Conducted internal audits, validating and enhancing manufacturing standards.
- Oversaw multiple engineering projects on a regular basis.
Education
M.B.A., International Business -
Westcliff University
05.2016
Bachelor of Science, Electronic Engineering Technology -
ITT Technical Institute
09.2003
Skills
- BOM (Bill of Materials)
- Lean Six Sigma
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Kaizen Events
- Visual Management
- Standard Work
- Waste Reduction
- Problem-solving abilities
- Operational Excellence
- Value stream mapping
- Process Improvement
- Troubleshooting
- Safety Conscious
- 5S methodology
- Kanban
- Workflow Optimization
- Value Stream Mapping
- MS Visio
- Facilities and Equipment Control
- MS Office
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Professional Highlights
Resourceful, analytical and detail-driven individual with capabilities in completing multiple projects with competing deadlines. Aggressive in identifying and resolving inefficient operational processes. Strong team member, able to motivate crews to achieve optimal production rates while maintaining high safety methods and practices. Reliable follow-through skills, fulfilling all administrative requirements from field activities. Clear communicator, both oral and written. Interpersonal skills interface effectively with coworkers, management, and customers. Ability to adapt too many environments and interact with a diverse group of individuals. Continuous drive for improvement. Excels at troubleshooting, problem solving, readily understanding instructions of a complicated nature, and responding to challenges with a "get the job done" attitude. Focused on personal and professional growth and stability. An Industrial Engineer with 14 years expertise in manufacturing and product engineering, plant operations/production, and inventory control. Continually improving efficiency through enhanced processes and productivity, resulting in increased operational profitability.
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt -ASQ-2023
- Certified Kaizen Facilitator- MSI-2023
- Continuous Improvement Professional Award - MSI -2023
- Management and Strategy Institute Fellow - MSI- 2023
Accomplishments
- Continuous Improvement Professional Award - MSI -2023
- Management and Strategy Institute Fellow - MSI- 2023
Work Availability
monday
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wednesday
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saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Continuous Improvement Supervisor
Trojan Battery Company
08.2022 - Current
Industrial Engineer
Trojan Battery Company
10.2018 - Current
Industrial Engineer
Endress+ Hauser Conducta Inc.
03.2004 - 10.2018
M.B.A., International Business -
Westcliff University
Bachelor of Science, Electronic Engineering Technology -
ITT Technical Institute
- Six Sigma Green Belt -ASQ-2023
- Certified Kaizen Facilitator- MSI-2023
- Continuous Improvement Professional Award - MSI -2023
- Management and Strategy Institute Fellow - MSI- 2023
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