Jose Mojica
Goodyear,AZ
Summary
Results-driven Operations Manager with over 20 years of experience in lean manufacturing and process development. Implemented training programs that reduced turnover by 26% within 90 days. Analyzed supply costs to achieve a 6% discount from suppliers. Recruited and trained 15 supervisors, enhancing team productivity and competency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Allen Distribution
Avondale, AZ
07.2023 - Current
- Promoted to general manager, overseeing operations and strategic initiatives.
- Directed Allen Distribution warehouse operations and daily distribution center workflow.
- Managed receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping activity.
- Coordinated labor schedules, staffing plans, and shift coverage.
Operations Manager
Allen Distribution 3PL
Avondale, AZ
07.2023 - Current
- Managed procurement of materials and supplies to support operational needs.
- Managed FIFO inventory control.
- Monitored key performance indicators to assess operational performance.
- Planned forecasts and work orders to meet customer demand.
- Coordinated inbound and outbound schedules with adequate forklift staffing.
- Analyzed P&L activity to identify trends and inform decision-making.
- Applied lean management practices.
- Supported startup efforts across multiple U.S. locations.
Area Operations Manager
Marshall Distribution Center
Phoenix, AZ
02.2015 - 06.2023
- Managed support teams in receiving, shipping, merchandise control, and warehouse operations to enhance overall workflow.
- Organized and directed production personnel throughout all phases of production to ensure maximum output and maintain quality standards.
- Worked closely with facility managers to minimize downtime by scheduling special assignments, assisting during breakdowns and being proactive with PMs in the building.
- Provided feedback to supervisors through quarterly performance evaluations, focusing on team development and core leadership training.
- Designed and implemented incentive programs for associates to boost motivation and performance.
- Overseeing 80 direct associates and 8 supervisors.
Outbound Manager
US Foods
Phoenix, AZ
06.2009 - 01.2016
- Oversaw 133 direct associates and 4 supervisors to ensure alignment with operational goals.
- Tracked key performance indicators and provided detailed shift summaries to anticipate trends that could compromise financial targets.
- Compiled monthly reports on sales trends and forecasts to inform strategic planning.
- Negotiated and maintained strong relationships with vendors.
- Managed the training programs, payroll, and work schedules.
- Managing and maintaining company safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Development of manufacturing processes, including production flow and assembly methods.
Operations Manager
Poore Brothers Inc.
08.2007 - 04.2009
- Supervised operations of 45 associates and 5 supervisors to ensure effective team collaboration and performance.
- Recruited, hired, and trained supervisors to enhance team leadership and operational efficiency.
- Solved problems involving workflow and utilization of personnel skills to ensure an efficient and expedient manufacturing process.
- Managed employee schedules to optimize workforce availability and streamline operations.
Education
High school diploma or GED -
California State University, Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA06-1991
Diploma -
Channel Islands High School
CA06-1990
Skills
- WMS/AMS
- Logistics operations
- Supply chain management
- Operational management
- Employee development
- Recruiting
- Supervising experience
- Training & development
- Process Improvement
- Lean Six Sigma
- P&L
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Dynamics 365
- SAP
- ERP systems
- 5S
- Kaizen
- Continuous improvement
- Manufacturing operations experience
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Third-party logistics
- Logistics - Logistics experience (16-20 years)
- Scheduling
- Dispatching
- Inventory systems
- Warehouse automation
- Forklift
Personal Information
Driving License: Non-CDL Class C
Certification
Driver's License, CPR Certification, Six Sigma Certification, Forklift Certification, Non-CDL Class C
Languages
English, Bilingual, Spanish
Timeline
General Manager
Allen Distribution
07.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Allen Distribution 3PL
07.2023 - Current
Area Operations Manager
Marshall Distribution Center
02.2015 - 06.2023
Outbound Manager
US Foods
06.2009 - 01.2016
Operations Manager
Poore Brothers Inc.
08.2007 - 04.2009
High school diploma or GED -
California State University, Channel Islands
Diploma -
Channel Islands High School