Diego Ibarra
Summary
Dynamic Production Supervisor with expertise in HACCP compliance, safety protocols, and team mentorship. Committed to optimizing production processes and enhancing staff training to drive operational excellence and reduce workplace conflicts.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
Prinova USA
Carol Stream
04.2021 - Current
- Understand H.A.C.C.P. and maintain procedures and documentation for Quality Systems.Supervise daily production activities to ensure products are produced, packaged, and labeled to specifications according to work order instructions, following all QC and lot control processes.
- Review the sanitation checklist with the production crew and ensure completion.
- Schedule and supervise the execution of required daily cleaning and sanitation, quality, and regulatory processes. Adhere to frequency and methods of cleaning per sanitation SOPs; maintain proper documentation and use of all chemicals used.
- Maintained plant safety standards and supported efforts to keep manufacturing facilities in environmental and regulatory compliance.
- Supervise daily production staff and activities to ensure products are produced, packaged, and labeled to specifications according to work order instructions, following all QC and lot control processes.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Reviewed employee performance to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions to enhance overall productivity.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Maintained accurate attendance and working hours records to ensure precise calculation of billable cycles.
- Supervised blending process by verifying completion against blend sheet and router, ensuring accuracy in final product.
- Training & Mentorship: Coach employees and teams on operational excellence tools, methodologies, and best practices.
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure efficient workflow.
- Addressed employee concerns and resolved conflicts within the team.
- Enforced compliance with health and safety regulations in the workplace.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
Assistant Supervisor
Prinova USA
Carol Stream
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Trained new staff on company policies and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced overall team productivity.
- Organized schedules, workflows, and shift coverage to meet expected business demands.
- Ensure Products are manufactured, Blended, packed, and labeled in accordance with approved batch records, work orders, SOPs, GMPs, and BRC requirements.
- Assist in supervising and verifying completion of blending and processing steps, review and sign batch documentation.
- Confirm Completion and approval of in process and finished product testing, including laboratory results and release documentation.
- Ensure accurate and timely data entry into production, quality, and inventory systems.
- Enforce GMP, HACCP, and BRC requirements throughout all production and packaging activities.
- Ensure sanitation and pre-operational inspections are completed by approved sanitation SOPs.
- Promote a strong safety culture and always ensure safe work practices.
- Ensure the facility is maintained in a clean, organized, and customer-ready condition at all times.
- Assist in monitoring production schedules and recommend adjustments to optimize efficiency and throughput.
- Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements related to quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
- Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and guidance to production operators, including full-time and temporary employees.
- Assist in resolving employee concerns through effective communication and problem-solving.
Production Lead
Prinova USA
Carol Stream
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Coordinated team efforts to meet production schedules and targets.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment to enhance productivity.
- Resolved operational issues quickly to minimize downtime and disruptions.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Equipped team members with proper hand tools, supplies and power equipment to safely and efficiently perform jobs without time-consuming interruptions during production.
- Reported problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisor.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
Production Operator
Prinova USA
Carol Stream
10.2014 - 10.2017
- Operated production equipment to ensure efficient workflow and product quality.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment for all team members.
- Prepared materials for production runs, ensuring proper inventory levels were maintained.
- Documented production data accurately for tracking and reporting purposes.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety guidelines, ensuring adherence and understanding.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance efficiency and productivity on production line.
- Inspected finished goods for defects prior to packaging or shipping out to customers.
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
- Attended regular training sessions to increase machine operating skills.
- Maintained accurate logs and records of production output and quality control tests to support operational reporting.
- Set up and tended equipment with machine operators to complete runs.
- Adjusted machine settings as necessary to meet customer specifications for product size or shape.
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Setup and adjusted machines for daily operations.
- Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes. to move materials around the facility safely.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tecnology University
MexicoSkills
- Microsoft 360
- JED system expertise
- RFS Smart expertise
- Microsoft 360
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Microsoft 360
Certification
- Truck Driver Class C
- Forklift Driver
- Managing Employee performance problems.
- Integrity Coaching Certificate.
- Effective Communication.
- Leading Strategically.
- Coaching and developing Employees
- Making quick Decisions as a Supervisor
- Advanced Conflict Resolutions Techniques
- Excel; Pivot Tables
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Prinova USA
04.2021 - Current
Assistant Supervisor
Prinova USA
06.2019 - 04.2021
Production Lead
Prinova USA
01.2017 - 06.2019
Production Operator
Prinova USA
10.2014 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Tecnology University