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Oscar Aguirre

Fallbrook,CA

Summary

Seeking a rewarding and ongoing career where I can utilize my skills and knowledge to grow within your company

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Planner - Buyer

Nordson ASYMTEK -
03.2017 - 03.2023
  • Managed SAP Software for procurement of raw materials and electronics
  • Operated SAP, MRP, and ERP systems to forecast material requirements, manage supply chain operations, and improve procurement strategies
  • Purchase materials, supplies and equipment
  • Negotiate Prices with suppliers
  • Monitor Purchase orders
  • Conducted regular cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy and integrity, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions as necessary
  • Compiled and analyzed shortage reports, effectively communicating findings to stakeholders and presenting solutions to mitigate impacts on production schedules
  • Developed and maintained POU reports to monitor material availability at critical production points, enabling proactive inventory management
  • Participated in GEMBA walks to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement within the production environment, promoting continuous improvement initiatives
  • Oversaw production inventory control activities, ensuring timely availability of materials and components to support manufacturing operations
  • Analyzed production material requirements, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to optimize material flow and reduce costs
  • Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
  • Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.

Inventory Control Clerk

Nordson
05.2014 - 03.2017
  • Trained new employees on inventory control processes, ensuring consistency across all team members.
  • Managed cycle counting program to maintain up-to-date inventory records and identify discrepancies early on.
  • Used KANBAN systems to enhance inventory management and streamline production
  • Exposed to large volumes of SKU's
  • Manage DATA entry for KANBAN and 10-key from experiences involving 12/16 digit alpha numeric SKUs
  • Reduced stock discrepancies by diligently investigating variances and resolving issues promptly.
  • Resolved discrepancies between physical counts and electronic records through thorough investigation and reconciliation efforts.
  • Managed backflushing processes for sub-assemblies and machinery as needed, ensuring accurate consumption of materials and alignment with production goals

Production Lead

Nordson
03.2013 - 05.2014
  • Trained new hires on production procedures, ensuring a quick ramp-up time and consistent performance levels across the team.
  • Managed a team of production workers, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
  • Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing effective scheduling techniques.
  • Participated in safety training programs to maintain a thorough understanding of best practices, ensuring full compliance within the team.
  • Collaborated with Quality Control teams to address any issues identified during inspections, implementing corrective actions as necessary to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Updated production metrics and facilitate regular team communication.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.

Production Associate

Nordson
03.2012 - 05.2014
  • Maintained a flexible approach to work assignments, willingly cross-training in other areas to support changing production needs.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Worked as a Mechanical/Electrical Assembler (Production Associate 2) on the Common
    Module production line,
  • Contributing to the assembly of complex electronic systems
    and components
  • Gained experience in working with subassemblies across configurations (M1-M6, Configuration 1-2)
  • Conducting testing to ensure product quality and performance

Carpenter

01.2004 - 01.2012
  • Managed own crew for various contract jobs, including framing, demolition, drywall, and finishing
  • Expertise in carpentry, with experience using tools such as skill saws, nail guns, impact drivers, and more

Education

Associate degree - Computer Drafting and Design

ITT Technical Institute
Fallbrook, CA

High School Diploma -

Fallbrook Union High School

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Data entry
  • KANBAN knowledge
  • Training and coaching
  • Shortage Report (review, communicate, present)
  • Production Management
  • Production Planning
  • Inventory management
  • Typing
  • Carpentry power tools
  • Team communication
  • Production scheduling

Timeline

Production Planner - Buyer

Nordson ASYMTEK -
03.2017 - 03.2023

Inventory Control Clerk

Nordson
05.2014 - 03.2017

Production Lead

Nordson
03.2013 - 05.2014

Production Associate

Nordson
03.2012 - 05.2014

Carpenter

01.2004 - 01.2012

High School Diploma -

Fallbrook Union High School

Associate degree - Computer Drafting and Design

ITT Technical Institute
Oscar Aguirre