German Daniel Valenzuela Montiel
Mexicali
Summary
I am an experienced Senior Operations Leader with over 14 years of expertise in high-tech manufacturing sectors, including Medical Devices and Aerospace. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong professional progression from warehouse and shift supervision into high-level roles as a Production Superintendent and Manager.
My background is built on four key professional pillars:
- Operational Excellence: I have a proven track record of managing complex production KPIs, specifically Efficiency, Yield, Scrap reduction, and On-Time Delivery (OTD).
- Strategic Leadership: I am highly skilled in managing large teams of over 100 personnel, with a core focus on talent development, conflict resolution, and performance coaching.
- Technical Proficiency: My expertise includes the deep application of Lean Manufacturing tools—such as Kaizen, 5S, 8D, and Fishbone diagrams—and successfully coordinating New Product Introductions (NPI).
- Quality & Safety Focus: I consistently prioritize a 'zero defects' culture, ensuring strict adherence to quality systems and safety goals across all production lines.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Supervisor
INTUITIVE
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
09.2024 - Current
- Leadership & Culture: Fostered company mission, vision, and shared values, ensuring a highly capable direct labor workforce for complex systems.
- KPI Management: Conducted rigorous tracking of performance metrics and reported variances in safety, production, and delivery.
- Labor Relations: Provided effective mediation in employee conflicts and facilitated timely resolutions.
- Technical Support: Collaborated directly with Engineering to resolve line issues and participated in quality improvement initiatives.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to align goals, share best practices, and address operational challenges effectively.
- Fostered effective communication by providing constructive feedback and sharing knowledge across business lines.
Sr. Supervisor
BREG
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Production Control: Organized staff to achieve daily targets; reported production output and scrap within the ERP system.
- Inventory Integrity: Responsible for cycle counts and the analysis of significant inventory variances.
- Professionalism & Ethics: Committed to corporate cultural beliefs while maintaining high 6S standards (Order and Cleanliness).
- Implemented new scheduling systems, improving shift coverage and employee satisfaction rates.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends, driving strategic decisions for continuous improvement initiatives.
Poduction Superintendent (Refurbish, Capno & NPI)
MASIMO
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to enhance workflow efficiency and product delivery timelines.
- Metrics Analysis: Analyzed trends and implemented corrective actions for Efficiency, Downtime, First Pass Yield (FPY), and material variance.
- Lean Tools: Utilized 5 Whys, 8D, and Fishbone Diagrams to coordinate and close out Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
- Planning: Ensured strict adherence to the build plan and safety goals.
Sr. Supervisor
MASIMO
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
02.2020 - 12.2022
- Supervised daily operations to ensure team efficiency and adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated workflow among departments, optimizing resource allocation and reducing process delays.
- Trained and mentored junior staff, enhancing skill sets and promoting a collaborative work environment.
- NPI Management: Coordinated New Product Introduction (NPI) validations between Production, Engineering, and Quality departments.
- Personnel Development: Trained associates to manage the transition of products from the NPI stage to mass production.
- Change Control: Partnered with Engineering on process improvements and documentation under Engineering Change Orders (ECO).
Shift Engineer
VIENO
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices in machinery operation and maintenance procedures.
- Developed and implemented process improvements, resulting in reduced downtime and enhanced productivity.
- Technical Supervision: Coordinated maintenance activities, product changeovers (setups), and personnel training.
- Operational Efficiency: Monitored daily OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), Yield, and schedule compliance.
- Quality: Controlled critical procedures to prevent defects and maintain full traceability.
Production Superintendent
MOHAWK PAD
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
11.2016 - 12.2017
- Large-Scale Management: Led a team of 100 operators within a 24/7 support structure.
- Cost Optimization: Minimized operating costs while maximizing finished goods yield and labor hours (man-hours).
- Internal Logistics: Guaranteed On-Time Delivery (OTD) of production loads and maintained 95% inventory accuracy.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades, making recommendations for capital investments that would enhance production efficiency and quality.
- Created and implemented systems to improve performance, boost profits and increase productivity.
Product Manager
ROCKWELL COLLINS
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
02.2014 - 11.2016
- Operations Strategy: Responsible for production OTD and rapid response to sales orders.
- Functional Leadership: Evaluated and developed team members; coordinated with Manufacturing Engineering and MPS (Master Production Schedule) planners.
- Continuous Improvement: Reduced floor space and improved workflow through Kaizen events and 5S standardization.
- Reviewed sales, customer concerns, and new opportunities to drive business strategy at weekly planning sessions.
- Coordinated project planning and execution with team members and team leads.
Warehouse Supervisor
KENWORTH MEXICANA
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
01.2012 - 11.2013
- Warehouse Control: Supervised daily receiving and shipping activities; managed inventory levels and shrinkage (loss) control.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock control processes to minimize waste and reduce costs.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for warehouse procedures and equipment usage.
- Capacity Planning: Scheduled personnel based on facility demand and stock rotation.
Warehouse Supervisor
KUEHEN+NAGEL
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
08.2010 - 01.2012
- Service Excellence: Coordinated deliveries with 98% quality accuracy and resolved customer requirements regarding transit times.
- Streamlined order fulfillment processes, increasing accuracy in shipment preparation and delivery timelines.
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Lean Logistics: Improved order picking quality from 85% to 96% by applying Lean Manufacturing tools (The 7 Wastes).
Education
English Language Certificate
New Zealand College
New Zealand Industrial Engineering
CETYS Universidad
MexicaliInstituto Salvatierra
Mexico CitySkills
- Innovation skills
- Data analysis
- Staff oversight
- ECO creator
- 8D, 5 Whys y Diagrama de Ishikawa
- NPI Validation
- focused on KPI results
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Sr. Supervisor
INTUITIVE
09.2024 - Current
Sr. Supervisor
BREG
06.2024 - 09.2024
Poduction Superintendent (Refurbish, Capno & NPI)
MASIMO
12.2022 - 06.2024
Sr. Supervisor
MASIMO
02.2020 - 12.2022
Shift Engineer
VIENO
05.2018 - 02.2020
Production Superintendent
MOHAWK PAD
11.2016 - 12.2017
Product Manager
ROCKWELL COLLINS
02.2014 - 11.2016
Warehouse Supervisor
KENWORTH MEXICANA
01.2012 - 11.2013
Warehouse Supervisor
KUEHEN+NAGEL
08.2010 - 01.2012
English Language Certificate
New Zealand College
Industrial Engineering
CETYS Universidad
Instituto Salvatierra