Maria Alfaro
Columbus Foods/ Hormel
South San Francisco,CA
2
Languages
31
years of professional experience
Results-driven professional with over 20 years of experience in production management. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency, mentor teams, and implement process improvements that reduce downtime.
Work History
Senior Team Member
15 Years- Oversaw daily operations to ensure optimal workflow and productivity across team.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency and reduced operational downtime.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and standard operating procedures for compliance.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing disruptions in production schedules.
- Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
- Coordinated inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels through regular audits.
- Help implement the line 4 HPS Centerline and Autonomous process.
- Control hours on UKG in a daily basis.
Production Supervisor
2 Years- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and operational best practices.
- Create a program and a work flow diagram for the new employees and work positions for the new plant.
- Developed training programs focused on skill enhancement and operational excellence, when the slice plant opens.
- Evaluate the HPP machine in Canada and work with Engineering for the initial training for the process and procedures needed.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
Team Leader
4 Years 2 Months- Led cross-functional teams to optimize production workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased productivity across operations.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for all employees.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
Line Lead
3 Years 2 Months- Supervised daily production activities, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on operational procedures and best practices.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Coordinated material handling and inventory management to optimize resource utilization.
- Manage breaks and lunches when rotating the lines.
Inventory Clerk
2 Years 4 Months- Managed inventory levels to ensure accuracy and availability of products.
- Conducted regular stock audits to identify discrepancies and mitigate losses.
- Implemented streamlined processes for receiving and storing incoming goods.
- Trained new staff on inventory management systems and best practices.
- Control and Manage wip inventories.
- Control and manage the Packaging supplies inventories.
- Work with Auditors on end of the year inventories.
Leader
2 Years 9 Months- work in the specialty kitchen, Tamales line, Hashbrown line, Focaccia line, macaroni and Potato line.
- Trained and mentored new employees.
- Help to control inventory.
- started learning the slice lines.
Packaging, Loader
1 Year 11 Months- work in the line and keep the area clean and neat
- Be able to keep the flow for the lines.
- Collaborated with team members.
- Followed safety and food safety protocols
Education
High School Diploma
No Degree
Skills
Management experience
Delegation skills
Coaching and mentoring
Quality control
Team mentoring
Great communication skills
Positive attitude
Customer service
Problem-solving
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Senior Team Member
Columbus Foods/ Hormel
07.2011 - CurrentRead More
Production Supervisor
Columbus Foods
07.2009 - 07.2011Read More
Team Leader
Columbus Foods
05.2005 - 07.2009Read More
Line Lead
Columbus Foods
03.2002 - 05.2005Read More
Inventory Clerk
Columbus Foods
11.1999 - 03.2002Read More
Leader
Nonas Kitchen
01.1997 - 10.1999Read More
Packaging, Loader
Select Stuffing
02.1995 - 01.1997Read More
Educational # 5
High School Diploma
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Bussiness Education
No Degree
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