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Gonzalo Sosa

Houston,TX

Summary

Professional production specialist with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in overseeing production processes, optimizing workflows, and ensuring quality standards. Reliable and adaptable, effectively managing resources and fostering productive work environment. Expertise in safety protocols, inventory management, and process improvement.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Supervisor

Schlumberger
02.2018 - Current
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by implementing preventive maintenance programs and timely repairs.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on production issues for prompt resolution, minimizing negative impacts on output rates.
  • Managed daily production schedules to meet challenging deadlines, adjusting workflows as necessary.
  • Managed timecards/vacation scheduling.

CNC Machinist

Schlumberger
02.2008 - 03.2018
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
  • Improved accuracy in part production by utilizing precise measurement tools and calibrating machines accordingly.
  • Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
  • Partnered closely with quality control teams to identify areas where improvements could be made within production processes.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on CNC programming or machine setup challenges.
  • Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
  • Ensured consistent high-quality output by conducting thorough inspections using various gauging techniques.
  • Increased efficiency by collaborating with team members to troubleshoot complex issues and share solutions across the department.
  • Assisted in the training of new machinists, sharing industry knowledge and best practices for optimal performance.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in project specifications, adjusting programs or setups as needed for successful execution.
  • Mazak lathe and mill (all machines different axis)
  • Wieler Lathe
  • Assembler/fabricator


Education

Criminal Justice

University of Houston Downtown
Houston

Skills

  • Quality control
  • Continuous improvement
  • Production management
  • Training and mentoring
  • SAP
  • Kronos
  • Yellow belt projects
  • Leansigma

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Production Supervisor

Schlumberger
02.2018 - Current

CNC Machinist

Schlumberger
02.2008 - 03.2018

Criminal Justice

University of Houston Downtown
Gonzalo Sosa