Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Timeline
Honors & Recognition
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Julio Garcia

Tempe,AZ

Summary

Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement leader with 22 years of experience across Healthcare, Automotive, Power, and Construction industries. Proven track record driving Lean transformation, material flow optimization, and high-impact Kaizen events. Recognized as a Lean implementation benchmark with deep expertise in Leader Standard Work, Daily Management, and cultural transformation.

Lean management professional with strong foundation in process improvement and operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Skilled in Lean methodologies, problem-solving, and change management, with keen focus on achieving sustainable results. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lean Leader | Continuous Improvement

GE Healthcare
Phoenix, AZ
01.2025 - Current
  • Driving site-wide Lean strategy for healthcare manufacturing operations that will deliver $1.5M in Scrap and Flow improvements.
  • Led material flow implementation improving flow, reducing WIP, and strengthening pull systems with improvements of 7days of Lead Time.
  • Planned and executed Kaizen events focused on productivity, lead time, and standardization leading to decrease Downtime by 30%
  • Coached leaders on Leader Standard Work and Daily Management routines.

Regional Lean Manager

Atkore – Allied Tube & Conduit Corp.
Phoenix, AZ
01.2023 - 01.2025

Achieved $1M+ in savings through 16 Kaizen events.

  • Achieved $1M+ in savings through 16 Kaizen Events.
  • Implemented Atkore Business System (ABS) across the Southwest Region.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and company policies.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Mentored staff on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Lead Lean Leader

GE Power – Richmond Service Center
Richmond, VA
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Implemented GE Operations System (GEOS) for repair operations.
  • Deployed Daily Management and first Lean Repair Line.
  • Facilitated Kaizen events to identify process improvements, driving continuous enhancement in service delivery, improving Lead Time by 20 days.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for staff on Lean principles, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Lean Leader / Center of Excellence

GE Healthcare – Border Operations
El Paso, Texas
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Reduced inventory by 75% through material flow and pull systems.
  • Led OEE Kaizen events averaging 55% improvement.
  • Trained over 400 employees across multiple sites.
  • Developed and facilitated training programs on Lean tools, empowering employees to adopt continuous improvement practices.
  • Analyzed workflow processes to identify waste and streamline operations, improving overall productivity metrics.
  • Mentored team members in problem-solving techniques, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability within the workforce.

Education

MBA - Quality & Productivity

Universidad TecMilenio
Mexico
05.2015

Industrial Engineering

Universidad TecMilenio
Mexico
2010

Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing & Operational Excellence
  • Material Flow & Layout Optimization
  • Kaizen Event Leadership (VSM, SMED, TPM, Hoshin Kanri)
  • Leader Standard Work & Daily Management Systems
  • Problem Solving (A3, 5 Whys, QRQC)
  • OEE Improvement & Productivity Gains
  • Change Management & Culture Deployment
  • Training and coaching
  • Strategic thinking
  • 5S methodology
  • Standard work development
  • Kaizen events
  • Heijunka scheduling
  • Cross-functional team leadership

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved multiple Low OEE opportunities thru TPM Kaizen Events which led to improvements of more than 50% OEE Improvements.
  • Documented and resolved multiple High Change Over time in Molding Presses and Automatic Machines thru SMED Kaizen Events with reductions in Change Over time of more than 70%.
  • Implemented and Documented Pull Flow System in a Push Flow System site leading to become the benchmark of the company.

Certification

  • Certified Lean Manager, GE Healthcare - 2019
  • Certified Lean Manager, Delphi Automotive - 2013
  • Certified Lean Manager, FCI Automotive - 2011

Languages

English & Spanish

Timeline

Lean Leader | Continuous Improvement

GE Healthcare
01.2025 - Current

Regional Lean Manager

Atkore – Allied Tube & Conduit Corp.
01.2023 - 01.2025

Lead Lean Leader

GE Power – Richmond Service Center
01.2021 - 01.2023

Lean Leader / Center of Excellence

GE Healthcare – Border Operations
01.2018 - 01.2021

MBA - Quality & Productivity

Universidad TecMilenio

Industrial Engineering

Universidad TecMilenio

Honors & Recognition

Lean Implementation Benchmark – Delphi Automotive (Americas), GE Healthcare Lean Showcase Award, Lean Implementation Award – Atkore (2024)