Nathan Rodriguez

Operations Manager

Phone: (602) 555-0147
Address: Phoenix, AZ 85001
Website: https://linkedin.com/in/nathanrodriguez
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  • Operations Manager with 9+ years optimizing manufacturing and distribution workflows, reducing operational costs by 28% while managing 85+ person teams across two facilities
  • Specialized in lean implementation, Six Sigma methodologies, and cross-functional team leadership with proven track record of improving on-time delivery from 79% to 96%
  • Expert in ERP system optimization and warehouse management, achieving 99.4% inventory accuracy while scaling operations to handle 35% increased volume
  • Led digital transformation initiatives resulting in $1.2M annual savings through process automation and predictive maintenance programs

Professional Experience

Phoenix Manufacturing Solutions

Operations Manager

2020 - Present
  • Restructured production layout using lean principles, reducing cycle time by 42% and saving $380K annually across two manufacturing lines
  • Implemented predictive maintenance program based on IoT sensor data, preventing 87% of equipment failures and reducing downtime by 55%
  • Led cross-functional team of 35 to streamline order fulfillment process, improving on-time delivery from 79% to 96% within 8 months
  • Managed $8.5M operational budget while overseeing 85+ employees across production, quality control, and logistics departments
  • Partnered with C-suite to design operational framework for new product line launch, achieving break-even 4 months ahead of projection
  • Developed vendor management system reducing procurement costs by $450K annually while improving supplier performance metrics by 31%

Southwest Distribution Corp

Assistant Operations Manager

2018 - 2020
  • Translated corporate 30% growth strategy into operational capacity plan, scaling warehouse operations from 2,500 to 3,800 daily shipments
  • Implemented real-time inventory management system across distribution center, achieving 99.4% accuracy rate and reducing shrinkage by 23%
  • Supervised 45-person warehouse team during peak seasons, maintaining safety record of zero lost-time incidents for 18 consecutive months
  • Led ISO 9001:2015 certification process, establishing quality management systems that became company standard across all facilities
  • Temporarily assumed full Operations Manager responsibilities during 6-month facility expansion, maintaining all KPIs above target

Desert Logistics Inc

Operations Supervisor

2015 - 2018
  • Pioneered automated sorting system reducing pick-and-pack time by 38% and eliminating 95% of shipping errors
  • Managed daily operations for 25-person team while maintaining 98.7% customer satisfaction scores
  • Developed cross-training program increasing workforce flexibility by 60% and reducing overtime costs by $125K annually
  • Implemented safety protocols reducing workplace incidents by 72% and achieving OSHA compliance rating of 98.5%

Education

Arizona State University - W.P. Carey School of Business

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

2019
Concentration: Operations and Supply Chain Management
Relevant Coursework: Advanced Operations Strategy, Lean Six Sigma, Global Supply Chain Analytics

American Society for Quality

Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)

2026
Certificate #ASQ789456 | Valid through 2026

Project Management Institute

Project Management Professional (PMP)

2025
Certificate #PMI654321 | Valid through 2025

University of Arizona

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

2014
Minor: Business Administration

Skills

Operational Excellence

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt - reduced defect rates by 47% across multiple projects
  • Statistical Process Control (SPC) and root cause analysis
  • Demand forecasting and capacity planning
  • ISO 9001:2015 compliance and internal auditing
  • Continuous improvement methodologies (Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping)

Technology & Systems

  • SAP ERP implementation and optimization
  • Oracle WMS and inventory management systems
  • Predictive analytics and IoT sensor integration
  • Robotic process automation (RPA) deployment
  • Advanced Excel, Power BI, and Tableau for operational dashboards

Leadership & Team Development

  • Cross-functional team leadership up to 85+ employees
  • Crisis management during supply chain disruptions
  • Union relations and collective bargaining support
  • Performance management and succession planning
  • Change management for technology implementations

Financial Management

  • P&L responsibility for $8.5M operational budget
  • Cost reduction initiatives and ROI analysis
  • Capital expenditure planning and justification
  • Vendor contract negotiation and supplier relationship management

Awards and Recognition

Manufacturing Excellence Award

Phoenix Manufacturing Solutions

2022
- Recognized among 12 regional facilities for 42% reduction in cycle time
- Led cross-functional team implementing new lean production methodology

Supply Chain Innovation Award

Arizona Manufacturing Association

2021
- State-level recognition for vendor management system reducing costs by $450K annually
- Featured case study presented at AMA Annual Conference

Safety Leadership Award

Southwest Distribution Corp

2019
- Achieved 18 consecutive months with zero lost-time incidents
- Implemented safety protocols adopted company-wide across 8 facilities

Publications and Thought Leadership

Implementing Predictive Maintenance in Mid-Size Manufacturing

Industrial Engineer Magazine

September 2023
- Featured article on IoT integration and maintenance optimization
- Resulted in 20+ inquiries from industry peers for consultation

Lean Transformation in High-Mix Production Environments

Company Best Practices Library

2022
- Internal white paper adopted across 6 manufacturing facilities
- Reduced new manager onboarding time by 35%

Professional Affiliations

American Society for Quality (ASQ)

Active Member

2016 - Present
Active Member since 2016

Association for Operations Management (APICS)

Chapter Board Member

2020 - 2022
Chapter Board Member 2020-2022

Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)

Professional Member

Professional Member

Arizona Manufacturing Association

Operations Committee Member

Operations Committee Member