David Carrascal

Background

About David Carrascal

Over eight years of experience in manufacturing operations, with a focus on strategic planning and resource optimization to ensure efficient and profitable plant performance. Supervised daily production and processing across three shifts, achieving a weekly output exceeding cases of finished goods. Proven track record in planning and operations management, supporting field teams in resolving quality-related issues, capacity planning, and customer complaint resolution. Led cross-functional teams of over 30 employees to drive operational excellence. Extensive background in inventory management and production scheduling, including oversight of aged work-in-progress (WIP) products and multi-shift coordination. Strong commitment to maintaining robust management systems through ongoing education and enforcement of Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) standards. Well-versed in transportation logistics, including airfreight, LTL, FTL, mail services, and small package handling, with a solid grasp of cost control and timeline optimization. Experienced in continuous improvement methodologies and lean manufacturing principles, including the use of 5S and adherence to standard operating procedures. Supported operations teams with capacity and labour planning. Analyzed production forecasts, labour availability, and equipment uptime data to plan output levels that met demand without overloading resources. Increased scheduling accuracy and reduced last-minute overtime or shift changes. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Skilled in data analysis, reporting, and a variety of software applications. Performing root cause analysis (RCA) utilizing tools such as Pareto charts, the 5 Whys technique, and fishbone diagrams to identify the origin of defects in the operation process. The resulting corrective actions were implemented, resulting in a reduction in defective products and an improvement in customer satisfaction.