Juan Miguel Zepeda
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
Servant leader with experience in start-up Operations, Manufacturing Excellence, Employee Engagement and Empowerment within a high-volume facility with focuses on cost reduction, lean distribution/lean manufacturing, customer oriented, and people empowerment. Dedicated Plant Operations Manager bringing demonstrated record of success and 23+ years of experience in Food and Beverage manufacturing environments. Focused on controlling costs, eliminating overages and enhancing efficiency using hands-on approach. Inspires and influences teams to build cohesion, enhance knowledge and increase productivity, safety and quality.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Plant Manager, Ingredients Compounding/Warehousing Ops
DrinkPak LLC
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Implemented P&L Operations Budget for 2023 through cost analysis
- Complete Business overhaul of Ingredient preparation and document control and tracking processes including implementation of Quality Control procedures
- Onboarding of Key Leadership roles and staff to achieve 24/7 operations support structure
- Deployment of KPI allowing for the Operations team to better analyze business gains and setbacks used for data driven decisions through Continuous Improvement
- Improved Plant Safety culture, 365 days without a loss time accident with a 0.00 OIR will under 2.00 OIR set for the physical year
- Implementation of Inventory Control Process that drove total accuracy from 55% to a 97% accuracy rate and World Class industry standard rating
- Improved response time in Batch Preparations by more that 75% going from 12hrs timeframe to more than 90hrs ahead across all four manufacturing lines.
Sr. Plant Director Beverage Manufacturing
GT’s Living Foods
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Course Correction planning Improving OIR rates positively impacting the organization’s safety rating within inner Departments from 2020 to current, First Aids down 87%, Medical Only down 70%, Lost time Claims down 65% through Employee Inclusion with our Safety Committee followed by on the floor presence of Safety Captain Visibility
- Introduction to Departmental Score cards with a concentration on Induvial contribution by Department Supervisor aiding in accountability and target setting
- Facilitated Training to first time leaders in Positive Reinforcement relationships, Moving from Conflict to Collaboration, Goal Setting via Individual 2021 Job Design Analysis, Accountability and Corrective Conversations
- Manufacturing Output Improvement yielding and increase of 18% positively adding to the organizations bottom line through Production Schedule analysis of Impact to OEE/ME aligning Flavor Profiles that minimize CIP steps allowing for extended Manufacturing runs
- Managed the following departments with this current roles Umbrella
- Juice Room, Brewing Dept, Fermentation Dept, Fill and Pack Manufacturing, Inventory Dept, Shipping and Receiving, Employee Relations, Product Handling, Quality Control, Inventory Accounting, Raw ingredient sourcing
- Provide Mentoring and development opportunities for young leaders through one-on-one development planning and provide a platform for their Leadership growth
- Experience in Managing a Plant Operations Budget of 65 million Dollars in – Plant Labor Cost / Repairs and Maintenance / Facilities Cost / Raw Material Expenditures
- Implemented Standard Work for Leaders Structure at all levels Plant Manager, Department Mangers, Department Supervisors, Department Leads Standardizing day to expectations and accountability
- Plant achievement in 2023, an overall SQF Score of 99% an overall Highest Score achievement in the organization’s history
- (Biggest Contributing factor – Implementation of an APP based Plant Beautification Audit driving focus and time bounded completion of task.) Implementation of Labor cost reduction planning yielding 2.8 million dollars in labor cost assisting in Budget corrections for 2023’s fiscal year
- Continuous implementation project planning within the brewing department reduces physical handling of buckets and Employee injuries
- Through Capex planning able to acquire automated bucket processing, empty pallet removal, and automated transport of dirty pails to bucket washer reducing labor and improving efficiency and working environment.
Interim Maintenance Manager (corporate plant)
Niagara Bottling LLC
01.2010 - 01.2021
- Completed CAPEX projects with an emphasis on less than a 2yr ROI working closely with the Financing team submitted and presented at the VP level for approval
- Managed CAPEX projects totaling $13mil with 80% of submitted improvements completed since starting in March in a Continues Improvement role
- Collaborated with Department Leadership team in Business Improvement’s within their areas of responsibility
- Facilitated and created training process for Professional Development Program / Leadership Development Program for our Undergraduates during their Internship
- While in the CI Manager role fulfilled the position of Maintenance Manager while a Permanent Candidate was acquired
- Assisted with Facilitating Planning efforts in Preventive Maintenance and major repairs needed in Collaboration with plant SMT’s
- Documented and set expectation regarding Modular repairs
- Provided current Maintenance supervisors support in scheduling weekly PM’s and support regarding staffing efforts
- Provided insight on Maintenance KPI’s and work Order expectations.
Production Manager
Niagara Bottling LLC
Ontario Ca (Corporate Plant)
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Achieved a World Class Safety Culture A decline from 7 recordable a year and an OIR of over 6.00% by providing an opportunity and involvement of our Employees
- Created an Environment that produced over 2Billion + bottles in 2017 and an overall OEE of 86% across on all 7 Production lines and 95% OEE of 10 injection machines
- Fostered a learning environment that has produced future leaders for the organization that now lead teams of their own and continue to be successful in their carriers
- Recognized by the Organizations Leadership as a top producing Plant on the West coast in Bottle production 2 years consecutively and continued to do so in 2018 and 2019.
Distribution and Logistics Manager
Niagara Bottling LLC
Ontario Ca (Corporate Plant)
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Provided leadership in correcting inventory procedures and implemented corrective measures that helped correct a 7million dollar deficit and put in place corrective long-term processes
- Logistics team achieved World Class Status in Logistics Executions and achieved Shipping Records that set the team apart as the most affective teams on the West Coast.
Manufacturing Manager
Niagara Bottling LLC
Missouri TX
03.2012 - 04.2014
- Contributed to the plants SAFETY FIRST initiatives providing a safe and productive environment bosting a 1.02% OIR and 900-day safety Incident free record
- Plant Startup of Green Field facility
- Conducted and was involved with talent acquisition of both Hourly and Salaried employees for Logistics, Manufacturing, Engineering, Human Resources, and Maintenance personal
- Collaborated and Contributed to Plants SAFETY FIRST mindset and Culture
- Responsible for day-to-day Operations during the Plant Directors absence
- Execution of Manufacturing schedules achieving MSA
- Responsible for Maintaining High Efficiency aiding and achieving a low Cost per case initiative of under 0.09 cents
- Reporting, Maintaining, and Overachieving Thru Put Goals 80% or higher
- Responsible for Training and Preparation of Manufacturing and Logistics Employees including Management and Leadership Personal
- Cost effectiveness while still providing Customers with a Quality Product by training and inspecting Quality Assurance Procedure’s
- Cross Departmental Collaboration contributing to strong Plant (KPI) Key Performance Initiatives
- Responsible for plant Production goals
- Responsible for product quality control for the plant
- Directed and coordinate plant operations within company policy and guidelines
- Worked with department managers to ensure coordination of purchasing, production, and shipping
- Selected and trained plant supervisory and administrative staff
- Fostered a well-trained and motivated staff through excellent leadership and communication skills
- Scheduled and conduct plant meetings at all levels both Salary and Hourly
- Ensured maintenance of a clean and safe tour ready plant
- Communicated with all levels of personnel through strong interpersonal skills
- Travel and Aid in Training efforts throughout Niagara’s National Network.
Distribution / Logistics Manager
Niagara Bottling LLC
04.2010 - 01.2012
Assistant Manager in GM/HBC
Safeway INC
Tracy Ca
01.2001 - 01.2010
Assistant Manager
Summit Logistics INC / Safeway Distribution Center
01.1998 - 01.2001
Education
TBG College Management Course -
KRONES Line Manufacturing Efficiency -
VERSU| Global Pathways to Leadership -
Dale Carnegie Leadership Graduate Management Level Equivalent to Degree in Business Administration Emphasis in Management (Accredited by the ACCET and the United States Department of Education) -
Certification
- Microsoft Windows & Word 2000
- Certified in Adult CPR & Standard First Aid
- Fluent in Spanish & English
- Vocollect Voice Selection System
- Extensive Background in Union Affaires
- Licensed & certified by Overton and as an Instructor in Forklift & Pallet Jack industrial trucks as prescribed by 29cfr1910. 178.ANSI/ASME B56.1 B56.114, B56.6 Codes and standards and the previsions of USACE em385-1-1 and DOE OSHA standards
- Preparing and Conducting Power Point Presentations
- Experience in Identifying the top ten forms of business waste: D.O.W.N.T.I.M.E and four pillars of Business: Safety, Quality, Asset Stuart-ship, Cost Control
- Graduate and Practitioner of (VERSUS | Global Pathways to Leadership) 2014
- 2010 Safety Coordinator of the Year
- ORACLE R-12 Business Management Systems
- Manhattan WMS | E-80-LGV WMS systems
- (Laser Guided Vehicles) Unmanned Forklift operations.
- HOT and COLD Fill Beverage Manufacturing
- Brewing Background and Beverage Batching
- Safety Coordinator from 2003 - 2005 for the Safeway GM/HBC Distribution Center
- Management Courses in the Following- Establishing Performance Expectations Coaching: Bringing Out he Best in Others, Taking Corrective Action, Managing Your Priorities, Giving and Receiving Constructive Feedback...
- Achieving Management Excellence 2006
- Assumed Plant Director Responsibilities in the absence of Current Plant Director
- Assisted in implementation of Lean Distribution 5S Philosophy Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain
- 5-Y process and Conducting and Processing Infinity Processes
- KRONES training in Line efficiency
- KRONES training in Employee Leadership
- RCA Process Flow Practitioner
- HACCP Certified
- LEAN Manufacturing Practitioner
- White / Yellow / Green Belt 6sigma Certification completed.
- Production Planning and Management
- Inventory Control Achievements of 99.0% accuracy rate.
- Organic Juicing and Processing of fresh Ingredients
- Fermentation Processes and Controls
Additional Information
I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my professional experience, as well as my skills and recent accomplishments that make me a strong candidate fit for the organization. I am grateful for your time and attention dedicated to my resume and hope I was able to convey my extensive career growth and stability. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions or if I may be able to provide additional information regarding my candidacy.
Community Outreach
- Global Water Brigades Honduras 2018, 2019
- Feed the Children Foundation 2016, 2017, 2018
- Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation 2017, 2018, 2019
- Keep America Beautiful Riverside Ca, 2017, 2019
- Ronald McDonald House, Children’s Hospital Linda 2016,2017,2018
- Habitat For Humanity 2012
Extended Experience
- Distribution / Logistics Manager, Niagara Bottling LLC, 04/01/10, 12/31/12
- Assistant Manager in GM/HBC, Safeway INC, Tracy, CA, 01/01/01, 12/31/10
- Safeway Distribution Center, Summit Logistics INC, 01/01/98, 12/31/01
Timeline
Sr. Plant Manager, Ingredients Compounding/Warehousing Ops
DrinkPak LLC
01.2023 - 01.2024
Sr. Plant Director Beverage Manufacturing
GT’s Living Foods
01.2021 - 01.2023
Production Manager
Niagara Bottling LLC
01.2016 - 01.2020
Distribution and Logistics Manager
Niagara Bottling LLC
01.2014 - 01.2016
Manufacturing Manager
Niagara Bottling LLC
03.2012 - 04.2014
Distribution / Logistics Manager
Niagara Bottling LLC
04.2010 - 01.2012
Interim Maintenance Manager (corporate plant)
Niagara Bottling LLC
01.2010 - 01.2021
Assistant Manager in GM/HBC
Safeway INC
01.2001 - 01.2010
Assistant Manager
Summit Logistics INC / Safeway Distribution Center
01.1998 - 01.2001
TBG College Management Course -
KRONES Line Manufacturing Efficiency -
VERSU| Global Pathways to Leadership -
Dale Carnegie Leadership Graduate Management Level Equivalent to Degree in Business Administration Emphasis in Management (Accredited by the ACCET and the United States Department of Education) -
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