Carlos Urdaneta

I have the responsibility for the processes of Shipping and Receiving, Production, Maintenance and Facility Safety, all Warehouse processes, and Quality Processes. I am responsible for controlling operational costs, defining strategies for reducing waste, optimizing resources, and maintaining operational efficiency.

• Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
• Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
• Developed and implemented strategies to increase profitability.
• Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.

• Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
• Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
• Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
• Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
• Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
• Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
• Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
• Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
• Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
• Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
• Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
• Managed team of 110 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
• Maintained accurate documentation of production data, enabling informed decision-making for process improvements.
• Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.

• Responsible for the operations of Rotomolding, Extrusion, Blow Molding and Plastic Injection for the manufacture of plastic products for the food and hardware sectors.
• Introduced innovative technologies to modernize operations, resulting in enhanced productivity and streamlined processes.
• Implemented data-driven decision-making techniques, improving overall operational effectiveness and profitability.
• Leveraged industry best practices to optimize workflow efficiencies and drive improvements in service delivery timescales.
• Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating effective communication channels for better decision-making processes.