Rodriques Estrich
Kerry Foods
Jefferson,GA
15
years of professional experience
Results-driven supervisor with 14 years of manufacturing experience, dedicated to enhancing team performance through Lean manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodologies. Expertise in implementing structured problem-solving techniques to eliminate waste and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Proven ability to develop high-performing teams that consistently achieve exceptional productivity levels and drive outstanding organizational results. Committed to leveraging best practices to optimize processes and elevate operational efficiency.
Work History
Manufacturing Assembly Associate/CNC Machine Operator
2 Months- Inspected finished parts for defects, rework needs, and specification compliance.
- Assembled components using standard work instructions, maintaining consistent quality and fit.
- Operated hand tools and assembly equipment safely to support production flow.
- Coordinated with team members to resolve line issues and prevent delays.
- Maintained clean, organized work areas using 5S practices and housekeeping standards.
- Trained new associates on station setup, safety practices, and quality expectations.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
Production Manager
3 Months- Led daily shift performance reviews using KPIs to resolve bottlenecks and improve throughput.
- Directed production scheduling to align output with demand forecasts and inventory targets.
- Enforced GMP, safety, and quality standards across production lines and packaging operations.
- Coordinated maintenance, sanitation, and operations teams to minimize downtime and protect line efficiency.
- Trained supervisors and operators on standard work, escalation procedures, and process compliance.
- Analyzed production data to identify waste, improve OEE, and strengthen workflow consistency.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced output, quality, and operational reliability.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
- Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
Shift Manager
1 Year- Managed a team of X+ employees across production lines, focusing on productivity, safety, and employee engagement.
- Coordinated production schedules, staffing, and workflow to meet daily targets in throughput, yield, and efficiency.
- Coordinated production schedules, staffing, and workflow to achieve daily targets in throughput, yield, and efficiency.
- Trained, coached, and evaluated employees to enhance performance, lower turnover, and foster high morale.
- Trained, coached, and evaluated employees to build strong performance, reduce turnover, and maintain a high level of morale.
- Enforced workplace safety programs (OSHA, HACCP, GMP) to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
- Partnered with HR, Maintenance, and Quality departments to resolve operational issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Reported shift performance, variances, and corrective actions to senior management, aligning operations with plant goals and company objectives.
Production supervisor
2 Years 6 Months- Executed People Development Plans, enhancing team competency in equipment operation, safety protocols, and hygiene standards.
- Performed regular quality and sanitation audits, food safety checks, and personnel hygiene inspections.
- Led daily floor reviews, addressed variances, and implemented corrective action plans for continuous improvement.
- Oversaw execution of People Development Plans, ensuring team competency in equipment operation, safety protocols, and hygiene standards.
- Coached team members using Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) methodology to achieve and exceed performance targets.
- Fostered employee relations and balanced skill distribution to meet production schedules.
- Coordinated successful product launches and maintenance efforts to optimize equipment reliability and uptime.
Production Manager
3 Years 4 Months- Delivered strong results across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost metrics aligned with the site’s balanced scorecard.
- Drove a zero-injury culture by leading safety observations, audits, meetings, LOTO enforcement, and 100% safety training compliance.
- Promoted zero-defect performance through first-time-right production, layered audits, and leading root cause corrective actions.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to reduce downtime and enhance machine availability through implementation of TPM and development of maintenance SOPs.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to reduce downtime and improve machine availability through TPM and maintenance SOPs.
- Managed full employee lifecycle for 30+ team members, overseeing hiring, training, coaching, and performance management to build a skilled workforce.
- Facilitated High-Performing Team (HPT) and Mini-Business Unit (MBU) structures to support site leadership and improve team effectiveness.
- Ensured compliance with TPM principles, company policies, and labor regulations.
Production Supervisor
7 Years 5 Months- Ensured daily production targets were met through variance analysis, corrective actions, and cross-functional coordination.
- Enforced compliance with SOPs, and GMPs to maintain product quality, safety, and environmental standards.
- Conducted sanitation audits, food safety checks, and quality verifications to ensure hygiene and safety compliance.
- Led deployment of People Development Plans, ensuring team competency through training on equipment, safety, and hygiene.
- Conducted sanitation audits, food safety checks, and quality verifications; addressed hygiene and safety compliance.
- Maintained optimal skill distribution and fostered strong employee relations for efficient factory operations.
- Supported product launches and collaborated with maintenance, quality, and engineering to improve equipment performance and uptime.
Education
Associate - Criminal Justice
Skills
Production Scheduling
GMPs Professional
SSOPs Professional
Safety protocols Professional
LOTO enforcement Professional
Lean manufacturing Professional
TPM methodologies Professional
Six Sigma Professional
5S Professional
Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) Professional
Downtime reduction Professional
Capacity increase Professional
Operating cost reduction Professional
Continuous Improvement
Process Improvement
Corrective actions
WES (Warehouse Execution Systems) Professional
Kaizen Professional
Team Leadership
Employee Training
Daily Production Meetings
Standards creation
Operation Reviews Professional
Forklift Operation
Timeline
Manufacturing Assembly Associate/CNC Machine Operator
TACG/TICA/TIES
08.2026 - CurrentRead More
Production Manager
Kerry Foods
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
Shift Manager
Pilgrims
07.2025 - 07.2026Read More
Production supervisor
Nestle USA Prepared Foods
01.2023 - 07.2025Read More
Production Manager
Keurig Dr. Pepper
09.2019 - 01.2023Read More
Production Supervisor
Nestle Prepared Foods
04.2012 - 09.2019Read More
Spartanburg Methodist College
Associate from Criminal Justice
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