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Ricardo Silva

Yuma,AZ

Summary

Proactive Manufacturing Operations Manager with 7 years of supervisory experience. Dedicated to leading by example and ensuring quality products/services. Excellent at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure. Exceptional leader talented at managing, communicating and empowering peers. Broad industry experience working with the top two companies in the United States by Revenue (Walmart & Amazon) in Manufacturing, Warehousing, Supply Chain, and Logistics.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Clarios
02.2023 - Current
  • Foster an atmosphere of accountability across all levels by consistently emphasizing individual responsibility for quality workmanship outcomes.
  • Contribute to long-term strategic initiatives that supported business growth objectives within the Formation department.
  • Evaluate employee performance regularly, offering feedback and coaching for continuous improvement in skills and output levels.
  • Led the implementation of new operating model within the manufacturing process, improving overall productivity while increasing $/EQU and $0.78 savings per battery produced in new model.
  • 68% DOOF (Decoration out of Formation) output, BBP within the company across 9 total Distribution Centers (35% DOOF next DC).
  • Manage a diverse team of employees, 4 supervisors and 72 hourly employees by providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
  • Monitor production schedules closely, facilitating rapid responses to changes in demand.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.
  • Implemented safety protocols in the workplace to maintain employee well-being and reduce accidents or injuries.
  • Maintain open lines of communication with all departments, promoting a collaborative work environment focused on achieving company objectives.

Manufacturing Supervisor

Clarios
07.2019 - 02.2023
  • Consistently achieved production goals by building a team that could sustain against any circumstance.
  • Lowest COPQ shift within the department for 43 months straight.
  • Maintained high standard of floor cleanliness.
  • Managed 18 hourly employees to have Best in Class mentality while maintaining safety-centric workplace.
  • No OSHA Recordable or Loss Time incidents.
  • Built versatile group by cross-training employees in various roles.
  • Three-years serving as backup Area Manager.
  • Proficient in SAP, BES and QAD (ERP Software).
  • Supported numerous Distribution Centers to optimize throughput.
  • Key-player in developing and implementing Formation Scheduling Tool.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity.
  • Exemplify respect, friendliness and willingness to help.

Supply Chain Area Manager

Walmart Supply Chain
06.2017 - 07.2019
  • Work directly with suppliers to achieve optimal customer service.
  • Verified and authorized changes in BOLs.
  • Analyzed freight for Economic Order Quantity opportunities.
  • Handled freight safely & efficient to reduce fatigue while increasing output.
  • Overlooking 60 associates on daily basis.
  • Keep inventory control accurately and efficiently.
  • Cycle counts of inventory to minimize error.
  • Fulfill shipments to Walmart stores in Arizona and part of Nevada.
  • Manage workforce according to daily workload to meet optimal efficiency.
  • Engage, Empower, and Enable associates to create work environment to be proud of.

Inbound Warehouse Operator

AMAZON
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • Processing, packaging and shipping orders accurately
  • Organizing stocks and maintaining inventory levels
  • Contribute ideas on ways to improve or optimize warehousing procedures
  • Averaged 260 Units/Hour with no errors while working safely
  • Implemented receiving strategies which resulted in 12% growth of previous process.

Electrician

KOL ELECTRIC
01.2012 - 07.2015
  • Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, motors, and lights
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, and written descriptions of project
  • Worked extended hours on weekday and weekend projects
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule and applicable codes
  • Implemented changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors.

Special Education Instructional Assistant

GADSDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2010 - 06.2011
  • Communicated nonverbally with children to provide them with comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
  • Provided one-on-one assistance in academic subjects such as reading, writing, and math to help students achieve their full potential.
  • Participated actively in professional development opportunities focused on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
  • Designed and implemented a point system to encourage positive behavior.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional & social growth.
  • Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Global Logistics Management

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.2017

Minor - Sustainability

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.2017

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ
05.2009

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Inventory Management
  • SAP ERP
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Material Requirements Planning
  • Production Planning
  • Operational Excellence
  • Operations Management
  • Quality Management
  • Expense reports

Certification

Forklift Train the Trainer Certification

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Clarios
02.2023 - Current

Manufacturing Supervisor

Clarios
07.2019 - 02.2023

Supply Chain Area Manager

Walmart Supply Chain
06.2017 - 07.2019

Inbound Warehouse Operator

AMAZON
09.2016 - 06.2017

Electrician

KOL ELECTRIC
01.2012 - 07.2015

Special Education Instructional Assistant

GADSDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2010 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Science - Global Logistics Management

Arizona State University

Minor - Sustainability

Arizona State University

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Arizona Western College

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