Raul Castellanos
Winnetka,CA
Summary
Responsible Production Control Manager supervising production team and identifying best practices for product development. Manages inventory to avoid material shortages. Performs quality assurance analysis to assure product usability. Communicates with staff to facilitate safe, efficient workplaces.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Finishing department control manager
Impress communications
Chatsworth, California
04.2025 - Current
- Oversaw project timelines and deliverables for client communication initiatives.
- Coordinated team meetings to streamline workflow and enhance collaboration efforts.
- Developed training materials to improve team performance and knowledge sharing.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency within the department.
- Reviewed project proposals to ensure compliance with company standards and client needs.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
- Conducted performance reviews for team members.
- Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
- Enhanced team morale and retention through recognition programs and career development opportunities.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Night Shift Converting Manager
Royalty Global
Van Nuys, CA
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and team collaboration.
- Developed training programs for new staff to enhance operational skills and knowledge.
- Coordinated project timelines and resources to meet organizational goals effectively.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline operations and reduce inefficiencies.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure accurate stock levels and timely replenishment.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to discuss progress and address challenges proactively.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
Production Control Manager
Digital Room LLC
Van Nuys, CA
11.2008 - 04.2024
- Monitored inventory levels, identified trends and forecasted future needs for raw materials, parts, supplies and equipment.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of required materials.
- Analyzed product specifications and determined optimal production methods.
- Executed scheduling plans to meet customer demand while minimizing costs.
- Trained staff in proper use of machines and safety protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all phases of production processes.
- Conducted regular audits to identify areas for improvement in process efficiency or cost reduction efforts.
- Evaluated current inventory levels to determine appropriate stocking levels for each item.
- Resolved conflicts between departments regarding resources or personnel assignments.
- Reviewed orders from customers prior to submission for accuracy and completeness.
- Led daily meetings to establish and meet production deadlines.
- Resolved escalated issues quickly in-person and remotely through instructions to team leaders.
- Informed management, stakeholders and clients regarding production delays and potential solutions.
- Managed production team hiring needs, scheduled interviews and delivered disciplinary action.
- Evaluated production deadlines and made necessary adjustments to accommodate for inventory levels, personnel availability and changing client needs.
- Planned and coordinated maintenance workflow to lessen production impact of scheduled repairs.
- Coached and mentored employees to develop and enhance career skills.
- Prevented and resolved customer issues regarding production through planning.
- Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts to verify outgoing orders.
- Scheduled staff work assignments, rotations and overtime.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity.
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
- Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
- Managed daily order backlog through key metrics monitoring for on-time delivery
- Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
- Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
Lead Press Operator
Weiser Litho
Thousand Oaks, CA
01.1992 - 07.2008
- Performed quality control checks on printed material to ensure accuracy and conformity.
- Monitored press performance, adjusted settings as needed, and corrected minor mechanical problems.
- Conducted daily maintenance of printing equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Resolved technical issues with machinery by troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records of materials used, production output, and job completion times.
Bindery Equipment Operator
Thousand Oaks Printing
Thousand Oaks, CA
01.1989 - 10.1994
- Set up and operated bindery equipment, such as folders, cutters, stitchers, collators, and benders.
- Adjusted machine components to regulate speed and tension of material feeding through the machines.
- Inspected finished products for quality control.
- Maintained daily records of production output.
- Conducted minor repairs and troubleshooting on bindery equipment when needed.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery.
- Trained new employees on proper use of bindery equipment and safety protocols.
- Checked printed materials for accuracy against proof copies prior to running them through the binding machines.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts regularly as part of routine maintenance activities.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts as necessary.
- Calibrated machine settings for different types of jobs.
Education
BBA -
Pierce College, California
Woodland Hills, CA 01.1997 - 10.1998
Skills
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Quality Assurance Controls
- NetSuite Administrator
- Inventory Monitoring
- Inventory Coordination
- Maintenance Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Production Monitoring
- Production Scheduling
- Production Management
- Production Planning
- Staff Scheduling
- Training Coordination
- Quality Control
- Equipment monitoring
- Manufacturing
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Microsoft 365
- Training skills
- Production Oversight
- Knowledgeable of quality control standards
- Performance Evaluations
- Constructive action report/performance, counseling, and documentation
- System Troubleshooting
Timeline
Finishing department control manager
Impress communications
04.2025 - Current
Night Shift Converting Manager
Royalty Global
04.2024 - 04.2025
Production Control Manager
Digital Room LLC
11.2008 - 04.2024
BBA -
Pierce College, California
01.1997 - 10.1998
Lead Press Operator
Weiser Litho
01.1992 - 07.2008
Bindery Equipment Operator
Thousand Oaks Printing
01.1989 - 10.1994