FRANCISCO PATINO
Harker Heights
Summary
Results-driven manufacturing leader with strong expertise in lean processes, quality control, and team development. Recognized for improving production efficiency, reducing waste, and leading high-performing teams while maintaining strict quality standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Finisher
Stratasys Direct Manufacturing
Belton, TX
03.2022 - Current
- Lead and supervise a team of 16 finishers and paint finishers.
- Implemented lean manufacturing techniques to reduce waste and increase efficiency.
- Improved product quality through inspections and corrective actions.
- Optimized workflow and production scheduling to meet on-time shipment goals.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to streamline communication and productivity.
Structures Mechanic
Northrop Grumman
Palmdale, CA
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Maintained a 120% production rate as a technician
- Interpreted technical drawings and schematics for aircraft structural repairs.
- Utilized specialized tools in compliance with aerospace standards.
- Applied root cause analysis to reduce rework rates.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality control procedures.
Badging Officer
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc.
Adelanto, CA
08.2013 - 02.2020
- Maintained active secret clearance.
- Improved efficiency of badge issuing procedures and reduced wait times.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce issuance errors.
- Collaborated with HR to maintain accurate personnel records.
Field Supervisor
C.W. McIntosh
Victorville, CA
01.2008 - 07.2013
- Led a team of 12 in daily scheduled and unscheduled job contracts.
- Completed 40+ property preservation jobs daily.
- Maintained detailed logs and documentation with photo verification.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sultana High
Hesperia, CaSkills
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
- Production Leadership (16 Team Members)
- Quality Control & Process Optimization
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Inventory & Production Scheduling
- Root Cause Analysis
- Team Training & Development
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification | October 2025
- Airframe & Power Plant Certification: Aerospace Manufacturing | Victor Valley College | June 2017
Timeline
Lead Finisher
Stratasys Direct Manufacturing
03.2022 - Current
Structures Mechanic
Northrop Grumman
07.2020 - 07.2021
Badging Officer
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc.
08.2013 - 02.2020
Field Supervisor
C.W. McIntosh
01.2008 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Sultana High