FRANCISCO JAVIER SAIZA JHONSTON
Magdalena Plant
Magdalena
2
Languages
1
Certification
23
years of professional experience
Results-driven manufacturing and operations leader with more than 20 years of experience driving operational excellence, business performance, workforce development, and continuous improvement across manufacturing environments. Proven track record leading cross-functional organizations, improving productivity, reducing operating costs, enhancing quality performance, and delivering sustainable business results. Recognized for generating more than $3.5 million USD in cost savings through strategic improvement initiatives, operational transformation programs, and manufacturing excellence projects. Experienced in plant operations, quality systems, budgeting, KPI deployment, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, organizational development, and performance improvement initiatives. Strong leadership background managing multi-functional teams and implementing operational strategies that improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
Work History
BUSINESS UNIT MANAGER / BUSINESS UNIT COORDINATOR
9 Years 9 Months- Led business unit operations and directed multi-functional teams of more than 60 employees across manufacturing, quality, continuous improvement, and support functions.
- Drove operational performance through strategic deployment of KPIs focused on safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost control.
- Increased operational efficiency from 62% to 79% through manufacturing optimization and workforce engagement initiatives.
- Reduced manufacturing scrap from 4.6% to 1.81%, generating approximately $1.5 million USD in cost savings.
- Established accountability systems, visual management tools, and continuous improvement routines to enhance operational discipline and drive performance.
- Led operational transformation initiatives that increased plant performance, stabilized processes, and enhanced manufacturing effectiveness.
- Supported operational budgeting, workforce planning, resource allocation, and cost management initiatives.
- Partnered with Finance and Senior Leadership to align operational strategies with business objectives, enhancing overall performance.
- Recognized as an Exceptional Performer through multiple corporate performance evaluations.
QUALITY CONTROL COORDINATOR & OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE LEADER
6 Years- Directed quality and operational excellence functions for 47-person organization, enhancing team alignment and performance.
- Led site-wide quality and continuous improvement initiatives involving more than 800 employees.
- Developed and implemented Quality Culture Program and Quality Culture Manual to strengthen plant-wide quality standards and practices.
- Improved process capability, product quality, and customer satisfaction through data-driven improvement methodologies.
- Drove cultural transformation efforts focused on accountability, process ownership, and operational performance.
- Developed and implemented the plant’s Quality Culture Program and Quality Culture Manual.
- Drove cultural transformation efforts to foster accountability and process ownership, leading to improved operational performance.
PRODUCT & EQUIPMENT TRANSITION COORDINATOR
- Led international equipment and product transfer projects involving validation, installation, and startup of more than 22 manufacturing systems.
- Executed cleanroom implementation project within accelerated two-week schedule, ensuring timely project delivery.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during startup and production ramp-up activities while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for startup and production ramp-up activities, upholding quality and compliance standards.
- Ensured operational readiness during project execution and transition activities, facilitating smooth transitions.
- Honduras, Nogales & Toronto
PROCESS ENGINEER / PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
7 Years- Supervised manufacturing operations, leading teams of 16 to 60 employees to achieve operational goals.
- Managed production schedules and staffing requirements while optimizing workflow and driving process improvement initiatives.
- Led continuous improvement efforts focused on manufacturing efficiency, waste reduction, and operational performance.
- Redesigned processes to reduce labor requirements and enhance productivity through targeted improvement projects.
- Supervised manufacturing operations with teams ranging from 16 to 60 employees.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Master of Arts - Family Counseling
Skills
KPI Deployment
Operational Excellence
Manufacturing Excellence
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma
Continuous Improvement
Performance Improvement
Operational Transformation
Cost management
Productivity Improvement
Plant Operations Leadership
Workforce Development
Quality Systems
Strategic Planning
Change Management
Regulatory Compliance
SAP
QAD
TRESS
TrackWise
JMP
Workday
ETQ
QSI
MS Project
Visio
Clarity
Microsoft Office Suite
Accomplishments
- Generated more than $3.5 million USD in cumulative manufacturing cost savings through productivity, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Increased operational efficiency from 62% to 79%.
- Reduced manufacturing scrap from 4.6% to 1.81%.
- Ranked #1 Kimberly-Clark Mexico facility in FORCE Project savings during 2009, 2010, and 2011.
- Developed and mentored 10 Process Engineers and multiple Continuous Improvement practitioners.
Certification
Lean Manufacturing Certification, Six Sigma Green Belt, Lead Internal Auditor Certification, EHS Internal Auditor Certification, ASQ Quality Engineer Training, 8D Problem-Solving Methodology, Industrial Production Vision Seminar
LANGUAGES
Spanish (Native)
English (Professional Working Proficiency)
Personal Information
Title: Plant Operations & Operational Excellence Leader
Timeline
BUSINESS UNIT MANAGER / BUSINESS UNIT COORDINATOR
Magdalena Plant
01.2017 - CurrentRead More
QUALITY CONTROL COORDINATOR & OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE LEADER
Magdalena Plant
01.2011 - 01.2017Read More
PRODUCT & EQUIPMENT TRANSITION COORDINATOR
International Operations
01.2011 - 01.2011Read More
PROCESS ENGINEER / PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Empalme & Magdalena Plants
01.2004 - 01.2011Read More
Instituto Tecnológico De Sonora (ITSON)
Bachelor of Science from Industrial Engineering
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Instituto De Estudios Superiores Para El Desarrollo Integral
Master of Arts from Family Counseling
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