Juan Ramon
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Carvana Co., specializing in team management and safety optimization. Expertise in operational efficiency and budget management drives continuous improvement initiatives. Fosters a culture of mentorship and collaboration to enhance productivity and compliance. Strong communication skills utilized to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Build Team Lead
Carvana Co.
San Antonio, TX
02.2022 - Current
- Led daily operations for vehicle reconditioning, ensuring safe workflows and compliance with KPIs and SOPs.
- Coordinate capacity and production planning across departments to meet quality, throughput, and cost targets.
- Managed hiring, coaching, and performance reviews to align staffing with operational needs.
- Enforce operating systems, policies, and procedures; conduct audits, vehicle reviews, and corrective actions.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workflow consistency and promote safety.
- Mentor and develop associates and emerging leaders; deliver progression-path training and certifications with competency-based feedback.
Team Leader, Safety & Maintenance Supervisor
Cooper Tires Testing Center
Pearsall, TX
06.2011 - 10.2021
- Ensured OSHA and environmental compliance; led safety meetings, audits, inspections, and preventative care/safety training programs.
- Ran training programs, performance evaluations, and corrective actions; prioritized daily schedules to maximize productivity and morale.
- Directed a cross-functional team (office staff, automotive/test technicians, facilities/building techs) across the main building, three shops, and a warehouse.
- Controlled labor hours (OT, leave) and managed $30K+ monthly operating budget; created POs/ARs and reconciled corporate card transactions to ensure financial accuracy.
- Managed stocked parts warehouse, overseeing purchasing, inventory control, and vendor relationships to reduce equipment downtime.
- Performed preventive/corrective maintenance on vehicles, diagnostic equipment, and facility/building systems with detailed documentation.
- Designed and built tooling, facility upgrades, and special test setups; supported on- and off-road test track projects.
- Led process improvements using Lean/5S and Kano model prioritization, contributing to cross-functional PI initiatives.
Auto Mechanic Technician
Toyota Logistics Services
San Antonio, TX
01.2006 - 06.2011
- Managed servicing, diagnostics, repairs, fabrication, and modification of 27 vehicles and diagnostic and shop equipment, ensuring operational readiness and safety.
- Oversaw preventive and corrective maintenance, ensuring comprehensive recordkeeping for all vehicles and equipment.
- Directed inventory management, procuring and controlling parts and supplies to sustain optimal stock levels and reduce downtime.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations for the disposal and recycling of metals, plastics, paper, tires, cardboard, and hazardous waste.
- Designed and constructed workstations, worktables, support tools, shelving, and storage solutions, enhancing shop efficiency and workflow.
- Managed a departmental budget exceeding $10,000 per month, including the authorization of purchase orders.
- Administered company-issued credit card transactions, handling documentation, review, and reconciliation.
- Built and maintained strong professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Actively participated in the Core Values Committee, TODOS, and Safety Committee to promote a positive and safe workplace culture.
Education
Associate's degree -
High school diploma or GED -
Skills
- Leadership and team management
- Networking and recruitment
- Schedule and shift management
- Safety and process optimization
- Logistics and record keeping
- Onboarding and training
- Vendor management and purchase orders
- Word processing and computer operation
- Productivity software proficiency
- Operational efficiency
- Electrical systems maintenance
- Preventive maintenance strategies
- Quality assurance and inspection
- Supplier relationship management
- Machine repair and troubleshooting
- Organizational skills development
- Decision-making and conflict resolution
- Communication skills enhancement
- Customer service excellence
- Budget management expertise
- Equipment safety checks and repair
- Assembly techniques and mentoring
- Conference training methods
- Writing proficiency
- Military experience application
- Internal hiring processes
- Coaching strategies
Certification
- Driver's License
- AED Certification
- Forklift Certification
- CPR Certification
- ASE Certification
- Motor Vehicle Inspection License
Languages
English
Military Service
USMC, United States, E3, 01/90, 12/94, Honorable discharged
Timeline
Build Team Lead
Carvana Co.
02.2022 - Current
Team Leader, Safety & Maintenance Supervisor
Cooper Tires Testing Center
06.2011 - 10.2021
Auto Mechanic Technician
Toyota Logistics Services
01.2006 - 06.2011