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Jose Castanon

Louisville,KY

Summary

Experienced person with strong background in process optimization and lean manufacturing. Skilled in identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions that enhance productivity and reduce costs. Well-versed in project management, data analysis, and workflow improvement. Successfully increased operational efficiency and product quality in several previous roles through strategic planning and innovative problem-solving techniques.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MPS Coordinator/Launch Materials Supervisor

Magna Seating
Louisville , KY
01.2017 - Current
  • Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
  • Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
  • Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
  • Interpreted and explained work procedures and policies to brief staff.
  • Led continuous improvement projects, applying Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing principles.
  • Implemented changes in the process to increase efficiency, safety, and quality.
  • Provided technical support to operations personnel throughout the plant.
  • Collaborated with operations to achieve site strategies, goals and objectives.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as Quality Control and Maintenance on projects related to process engineering initiatives.
  • Documented process improvements according to established protocols.
  • Scheduled materials shipments and transportation for on-time delivery, reducing delays.
  • Coordinated the movement of materials between departments, warehouses, and suppliers.
  • Performed quality control inspections to verify accuracy and completeness of incoming shipments.
  • Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.
  • Inspected equipment for wear, specifications adherence and issues.

JIT Assembler/JIT Team-lead/MPS Team-lead

Magna Seating
Shepherdsville, KY
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • C489 Launch Team-lead
  • MY 2017 Launch Team-lead
  • U55x Prototype/Launch Team-lead
  • ERGO Certified training
  • Forklift Certified
  • KYS support with any process change and layout suggestions
  • Keeping up with new and updated JES's
  • Conducted performance appraisals for team members, providing feedback and identifying areas of improvement.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
  • Line re-balancing and implementation of line changes
  • Offered Production support whenever needed
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Time studies on work process to gather data, kept wall-charts up to date
  • Kaizen documentation for suggestions and implementation of changes
  • Supported engineers with designs and fabrications of structures, tools, etc

Education

High School Diploma -

Bullit County Highschool
Shepherdsville, KY
05-2004

Skills

  • Fluent in both Spanish and English
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Worksite coordination
  • Computer skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Data entry
  • Team leadership
  • Efficient coordination

Certification

  • Forklift Certified
  • ERGO Training Certified

Timeline

MPS Coordinator/Launch Materials Supervisor

Magna Seating
01.2017 - Current

JIT Assembler/JIT Team-lead/MPS Team-lead

Magna Seating
01.2012 - 01.2017

High School Diploma -

Bullit County Highschool

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