Josue Villalobos Ritchie
Agua Dulce,CA
Summary
Results-driven manufacturing professional with tablet production, machine operations, setup, and repair expertise. Skilled in shift leadership, Lean processes, scheduling, and team development. Bilingual in English and Spanish, committed to high operational standards and continuous improvement.
Results-driven leader with proven track record in driving team success and operational excellence. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs ensures reliability and impactful results. Skilled in strategic planning, conflict resolution, and performance optimization. Valued for integrity, communication prowess, and solutions-oriented approach.
Strategic-thinking individual experienced in successfully engaging employees and encouraging each to reach highest potential. Offering pleasant personality with expertise developing employee performance goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Department Leader, Shift 6
Pharmavite, LLC
10.2024 - Current
- Lead shift operations, ensuring effective planning, execution, and shift handovers.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and safety.
- Mentor and coach team members to enhance operational and leadership skills.
Lean Coordinator, Shift 6
Pharmavite, LLC
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Implemented Lean processes and led 5S projects across various departments.
- Developed and managed Autonomous Maintenance (AM) teams.
- Conducted BRP sessions to drive operator-led problem solving and improvements.
- Provided planning and leadership support for department operations.
Compressing Operator, Shift 6
Pharmavite, LLC
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Operated and set up compressing machines to produce high-quality tablets using SPC systems.
- Ensured proper machine setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance to meet production goals.
Lead Cook / Shop Floor Manager
Kelly Restaurant Group, Inc.
06.2010 - 03.2020
- Supervised a team of 26 employees across multiple shifts.
- Managed inventory control, ordering, and cash handling processes.
- Maintained operational efficiency, product quality, and workplace safety.
Education
bachelor’s degree - business leadership
University of Arizona Global Campus
04.2025
Skills
- SPC Systems
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- Word
- Outlook
- Manufacturing Execution Systems
- Lean Manufacturing
- 5S Implementation
- Scheduling
- Shift Leadership
- Team Development
- Coaching
- Process Improvement
- Machine Operation
- Setup
- Maintenance
- Problem Solving
- Bilingual
- Team management
- Customer focus
- Operations management
- Innovation management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Training and mentoring
- Work planning and organization
Certification
- Basic Rapid Problem Solving (BRP) White Belt Certified
- OJT Trainer for New Employees
- Train the Trainer TWI Certificate
- Forklift Certified
- Certified Compressing Operator (IPR/Kikusui/2 pc Bosch/Korsch)
- Certified in Blending, Granulation, Coating, and Enteric Coating
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Department Leader, Shift 6
Pharmavite, LLC
10.2024 - Current
Lean Coordinator, Shift 6
Pharmavite, LLC
10.2023 - 10.2024
Compressing Operator, Shift 6
Pharmavite, LLC
03.2021 - 10.2023
Lead Cook / Shop Floor Manager
Kelly Restaurant Group, Inc.
06.2010 - 03.2020
bachelor’s degree - business leadership
University of Arizona Global Campus
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