Manuel Castanuela
El Paso,TX
Summary
Dynamic Plant Manager with a proven track record at Independence Tx LLC, enhancing production efficiency through strategic process improvements and effective team leadership. Skilled in operations management and safety assessment, I successfully reduced costs and boosted employee morale, achieving sustainability targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
Experienced with managing plant operations and ensuring optimal production efficiency. Utilizes strategic planning and resource allocation to streamline processes and improve productivity. Track record of fostering collaborative work environment and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Experienced Plant Manager adept at improving output, maximizing quality and boosting employee satisfaction with hands-on management style. Recognized as effective business manager and motivational leader. Successful manufacturing management career spanning 6 years.
Committed Plant Manager with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Manager
Independence Tx LLC
12.2022 - 06.2025
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Helped plant achieve sustainability targets and minimize environmental impacts by continuously modeling and promoting responsibility in daily activities.
- Directed work of 40 plus team members for successful management of all types of plant operations.
- implemented production methods to improve plant production output and team efficiency.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.
- Upheld strict safety and regulatory standards to minimize safety hazards and worker injuries.
- Coordinated with various departments to streamline operations and reduce downtime.
- Used effective leadership strategies and coaching techniques to lead plant with a zero- injury mentality and minimize financial impacts of safety concerns.
Plant Foreman
R.E.Janes Gravel Co
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Ensured product quality by closely monitoring production processes and rigorously adhering to industry standards.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly providing feedback for improvements that led to higher workplace morale.
- Managed a team of skilled technicians, fostering an environment of teamwork and collaboration.
- Provided technical expertise on various aspects of plant operations making informed decisions that resulted in optimized systems functionality.
- Established clear communication channels among team members, facilitating seamless information flow throughout the plant floor.
- Streamlined workflow with efficient scheduling, task delegation, and resource allocation.
- Assisted in hiring qualified staff members who contributed positively towards the growth of the organization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and devise innovative solutions for operational challenges.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize plant operations and increase overall output.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- I am a huge part of plans for drilling in the pits , as well as equipment maintenance.
- Completed workplace exams daily.
- I also run heavy equipment , train staff on all equipment and i am responsible for the safety training around the mine.
- I over see 4 plants and 1 mine.
- I attend to MSHA inspections and do all the walk throughs.
- Blasting opening and closing of mine.
Plant Superintendent
Wildcat Sands Inc
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure smooth daily operations and timely completion of tasks.
- Responsible for all production, it's quality and the logistics operations for a $350k TYP Frac sand plant.
- Helped manage 15 plus employees, while overseeing construction of the wet plant, dry plant and loadout silo's.
- Improved operations of used Tarmac 150 TPH Rotary Dryer by upgrading controls from manual switches and dial to Factory Talk HMI.
- Set up 24/7 operations with cross trained personnel which resulted in low cost efficient operations. CPT averages $14.
- Worked with outside consultants to increase burner efficiency resulting in production increase to 40TPH.
Dry Plant Supervisor
Signal Peak Silica
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Responsible for coordinating tasks for a team of 4 to 6 personnel.
- Performing daily workplace exams.
- Performed scheduled bag house inspections.
- Assist maintenance with repairs and scheduled shutdowns.
- Daily inspections of Rotex Screeners.
- Report and issues or updates about the plant operations to the dry plant production managers.
Dry Plant Operator
Signal Peak Silica
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Responsible for New Employee Training.
- Perform Production Manager Duties when they are out of town or on vacations.
- Monitored Quality of product being produced in the dry plant.
- Managed department tool connex: inventory, housekeeping, ect.
- I was transferred to Tx mine from Ok mine.
Heavy Equipment Operator
COVIA
10.2011 - 02.2019
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, dump trucks and telehandler to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Performed daily inspection of equipment before and after operation.
- Made daily/weekly records of equipment status and work performed.
- Maintained housekeeping of equipment.
- Assisted maintenance techs with equipment repairs.
- CAT front end loaders - 980's, 988's and ,950's .
- CAT haul trucks - 770's , 772's., 745 Articulate and 745 Ejects.
- CAT Excavators - 349 Rock Breaker
- CAT K500 Water Truck
- Tele Handlers - CAT
- Man Lifts - Genie, JLG, Snorkel
- Dingo - Toro, Ditch Witch
Lab Technician
COVIA
02.2010 - 10.2011
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
- Collected sand samples for analysis.
- performed gradation analysis.
- performed Turbidity analysis.
- Operated Ro-Tap Sieve Shakers.
- Analyzed results to assist dry plant with screen configurations and wet plant with adjustments.
Education
Brady High School
Brady, TXSkills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Operations management
- Safety management
- Work delegation
- Schedule management
- Decision-making
- Safety assessment
- Team development
- Troubleshooting skills
- Plant maintenance
- Staff training
- Team management
- Quality control management
- Employee hiring
- Team Training
- OSHA regulations
- Employee performance reviews
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Equipment installation
- Critical thinking
- Resource management
- Maintenance inspections
Certification
CPR/ First Aid Certified
MSHA certified
Explosive Handling Certified
1st Crane Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Cooking
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Food Tourism
- Video Gaming
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Auto Repair/Restoration
- Dancing
- Outdoor Recreation
- Music
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
Timeline
Plant Manager
Independence Tx LLC
12.2022 - 06.2025
Plant Foreman
R.E.Janes Gravel Co
05.2021 - 12.2022
Plant Superintendent
Wildcat Sands Inc
09.2020 - 05.2021
Dry Plant Supervisor
Signal Peak Silica
04.2020 - 09.2020
Dry Plant Operator
Signal Peak Silica
02.2019 - 04.2020
Heavy Equipment Operator
COVIA
10.2011 - 02.2019
Lab Technician
COVIA
02.2010 - 10.2011
Brady High School
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