Ruben D. Cerda Jr.
Tomball
Summary
I’m a dynamic individual with a background in production and quality, seeking a company where I can grow and thrive. Skilled in root cause analysis, auditing, and quality control methodologies. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Manager
Formers International
Pasadena, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Oversaw quality assurance protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Led cross-functional teams in root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues.
- Streamlined inspection processes, significantly reducing defects and improving product consistency.
- Managed internal audits to assess adherence to quality standards, driving corrective actions as needed.
- Investigated customer complaints and performed corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential quality issues.
- Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
- Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations.
- Collaborated on creating new process functions to cut costs and shorten lead times.
Production Manager
Formers International
Pasadena, TX
05.2021 - 10.2025
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Efficiently organized the production workflow, along with managing the documentation flow throughout the process
- Conduct planned internal audits throughout the company to ensure there are no gaps.
- Schedule daily preventive and breakdown maintenance to ensure machinery stays operational and the building infrastructure remains in good condition.
- Schedule daily preventive and breakdown maintenance to ensure machinery stays operational and the building infrastructure remains in good condition.
- Oversaw production schedules, ensuring timely completion of manufacturing projects.
Corporate Quality Manager
Schumacher Companies
Houston, TX
04.2008 - 05.2021
- Facilitated employee training programs focused on quality best practices, raising awareness and driving a culture of excellence throughout the organization.
- Reduced non-conformances by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing targeted corrective actions.
- Streamlined internal audit processes for increased efficiency and timely identification of areas for improvement.
- Increased customer satisfaction through adherence to quality standards and customer requirements.
- Wrote and implemented new procedures to standardize processes and streamline workflow.
- Calibrated instruments and scales in production area and quality lab.
- Established and tracked quality department goals and objectives.
- Inspected products and worker progress throughout production.
- Reported production malfunctions to managers and production supervisors.
- Coordinated successful external audits by preparing personnel, documentation, and facilities for review by regulatory bodies.
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
- Coordinated and oversaw periodic audits to evaluate product quality and safety and address non-conformances.
- Evaluated quality problems and performed assessments to identify and resolve issues.
- Performed Health and Safety Audits per ISO 45001along side the H&S Manager.
Education
South Houston High School
South Houston, TX05-1996
Skills
- Production planning
- Operations management
- Production scheduling
- Continuous improvements
- Safety management
- Health and safety compliance
- Laser Welding
- Tig Welding
- Assembly
- Lathe Machining
- Quality control
- Root-cause analysis
- Manufacturing
- Quality assurance
- ISO standards
- Internal Auditor
- Maintenance planning
Certification
- ISO 9001, 2015 Internal Auditor Certification
Timeline
Quality Assurance Manager
Formers International
10.2025 - Current
Production Manager
Formers International
05.2021 - 10.2025
Corporate Quality Manager
Schumacher Companies
04.2008 - 05.2021
South Houston High School