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Jaime James Samano

Fort Worth

Summary

Hands-on Senior Production Supervisor/Acting Plant Manager with 16 years of MIG, SMAW, MCAW, and Stick welding experience and a proven track record in production oversight, Lean manufacturing, safety culture, and cost control. Skilled in managing high-volume metal fabrication environments with a focus on on-time delivery, waste reduction, and continuous improvement. Strong collaborator with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to drive efficiency, product quality, and team performance.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Supervisor / Plant Manager

Structural and Steel Products
Fort Worth
01.2024 - Current
  • Oversee daily operations for welding, fabrication, and assembly areas, ensuring volume, cost, waste, and quality standards meet or exceed goals.
  • Lead a team of welders and fabricators, setting shift production targets and holding teams accountable for safety, quality, and efficiency.
  • Partner with engineering and quality departments to troubleshoot bottlenecks and implement process improvements that increase throughput and reduce downtime.
  • Conduct hands-on quality checks in compliance with AWS and ISO standards.
  • Promote a strong safety-first culture through training, audits, and OSHA compliance, achieving a 30% reduction in workplace incidents.
  • Coordinate with maintenance to ensure uptime, preventive maintenance schedules, and rapid response to equipment failures.

Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver

BNSF Railway
Fort Worth
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Installed and maintained railroad tracks, crossings, and infrastructure components with strict adherence to safety regulations.
  • Operated specialized tools and equipment to ensure precision and durability in repairs.
  • Maintained 100% compliance with operational and safety protocols.

Field & Production Manager

Sabre Industries
Fort Worth
01.2008 - 07.2023
  • Directed production workflows, welding operations, and final inspections for metal manufacturing, including towers, poles, and structural components.
  • Led recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance reviews for a 45-person production team, fostering accountability and high performance.
  • Managed production schedules and materials using Epicor/Vantage ERP to improve operational visibility and meet tight deadlines.
  • Directed field operations, providing on-site welding repairs, troubleshooting, and customer support.
  • Implemented and enforced safety protocols, resulting in a 25% reduction in product defects and improved delivery performance.

Education

Certified Automotive Technician -

Lincoln Tech
Grand Prairie, TX
10.2006

Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing
  • MIG Welding
  • SMAW Welding
  • OSHA Safety Leadership
  • Production Scheduling
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Corrective Action
  • Preventive Maintenance Coordination
  • Team Leadership
  • Training
  • Development
  • Quality Assurance
  • Process improvement
  • Safety compliance
  • Welding operations
  • Conflict resolution
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Employee supervision
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Team building

Certifications And Licenses

  • OSHA 30 - Occupational Safety & Health
  • NDT Level II - Magnetic Particle & Ultrasonic Testing
  • CDL Class A - Commercial Driver's License
  • Valid Driver's License

Languages

  • English, Native Fluency
  • Spanish, Native Fluency

Timeline

Senior Supervisor / Plant Manager

Structural and Steel Products
01.2024 - Current

Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver

BNSF Railway
08.2023 - 04.2024

Field & Production Manager

Sabre Industries
01.2008 - 07.2023

Certified Automotive Technician -

Lincoln Tech

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