Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Edwin Rodriguez

Elora,TN

Summary

Driven Continuous Improvement Engineer with 4 years of expertise in reducing waste, increasing production and managing efficiency. Driven to improve safety, efficiency and ergonomics using lean methods. Highly adept in analyzing manufacturing process objectives in comparison with metrics to interpret process improvement results.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Process Controlman

GE Appliances
Decatur, AL
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented process improvement plans to reduce cycle time, improve efficiency, and increase quality
  • Performed troubleshooting on automated systems to identify root causes of process issues and implement corrective actions
  • Performed preventive maintenance activities on plant equipment such as lubrication, cleaning, filter changes
  • Used equipment, techniques and tools for task completion
  • Supported activities to maintain equipment in reliable condition
  • Recommended corrective and preventive actions to boost product reliability.

Continuous Improvement Engineer

EFP
Decatur, United States
01.2019 - 11.2023
  • Led cross-functional teams to identify and eliminate process inefficiencies, reducing waste by 15%
  • Developed and implemented standardized work procedures, resulting in improved quality control and reduced defects
  • Mentored other team members in the use of lean tools such as 5S, Kanban, and standard work instructions
  • Implemented statistical process control methods to monitor production processes for continuous improvement
  • Conducted data analysis and process mapping to identify root causes of production issues and implemented corrective actions
  • Conducted Kaizen events to identify ways to eliminate waste and improve quality
  • Increased efficiency by 10% through process evaluations and new process creation.

Process Technician

Magnetti Merelli
Pulaski, United States
03.2018 - 03.2019
  • Recommended corrective and preventive actions to boost product reliability
  • Improved and refined methods, process steps or procedures and implemented changes
  • Performed troubleshooting on automated systems to identify root causes of process issues and implement corrective actions
  • Monitored production processes for compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and operational standards
  • Developed and implemented process improvement plans to reduce cycle time, improve efficiency, and increase quality
  • Conducted regular inspections of machinery components to ensure they were functioning properly
  • Assisted in the installation of new equipment and ensured proper calibration according to established protocols.

Process Technician

Toledo Molding & Die Inc.
Fayetteville, United States
02.2017 - 03.2018
  • Developed and implemented process improvement plans to reduce cycle time, improve efficiency, and increase quality
  • Monitored production processes for compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and operational standards
  • Performed troubleshooting on automated systems to identify root causes of process issues and implement corrective actions
  • Maintained accurate records of process parameters, test results, and other relevant data in accordance with company policies
  • Provided technical support to production personnel regarding equipment operation and maintenance procedures
  • Collaborated with engineering staff to develop new processes or modify existing ones as needed
  • Assisted in the installation of new equipment and ensured proper calibration according to established protocols
  • Conducted regular inspections of machinery components to ensure they were functioning properly
  • Analyzed product samples for conformance with specifications using various testing methods and instruments
  • Trained new employees on safe work practices within the plant environment as well as machine operation techniques
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved operating efficiencies or reduction in waste materials.

Education

Business Management -

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York

Skills

  • Lean/ Six Sigma
  • Training Employees
  • Managing Operations
  • Lean Manufacturing Principles
  • Process Improvement
  • Data Analysis
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Quality Control
  • Statistical Process Control
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Training and Development
  • Production Problem Documentation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Project Team Collaboration
  • Corrective Action Planning
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Process Inspections
  • KPI Monitoring
  • Project Implementation
  • New Process Implementation
  • Data Collection
  • Waste Reduction
  • Ergonomics
  • Process Automation
  • Proficient With MiniTab
  • Lean Manufacturing Processes
  • Cycle Time Optimization
  • Implementing Tracking Systems
  • Developing Metrics

Certification

  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification (AIGPE)
  • Paulson Pro Molder
  • CRX-Series Collaborative Robot Operations and Programming (FANUC)
  • Handling Tool Operations and Programming (FANUC)
  • Advanced TPP (FANUC)

Accomplishments

  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification- Nov 2023
  • Project Management Skills For Leaders- Nov 2022
  • Operational Excellence Foundations- Nov 2022
  • Lean Six Sigma Foundations- Nov 2022
  • Lean Six Sigma Define and Measure Tools- Nov 2022
  • Six Sigma: White Belt- Oct 2022
  • Project Management Foundations: Requirements- Oct 2022
  • Learning Arduino: Foundations- Oct 2022
  • Lean Foundations- Oct 2022
  • Introducing Robotic Process Automation- Oct 2022
  • Lean Introduction Boot camp- July 2021
  • Certified Lean Professional- June 2021
  • Lean Introduction Boot camp- May 2021

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Process Controlman

GE Appliances
10.2023 - Current

Continuous Improvement Engineer

EFP
01.2019 - 11.2023

Process Technician

Magnetti Merelli
03.2018 - 03.2019

Process Technician

Toledo Molding & Die Inc.
02.2017 - 03.2018

Business Management -

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
Edwin Rodriguez