Zendra Ellinger

Background

About Zendra Ellinger

I’m a results-driven Production and Materials Coordinator with 8 years of hands-on experience in production, supply chain operations, lean and 5S, and quality assurance. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, have pursued graduate studies in Manufacturing Engineering and Management, and have completed a Post-Graduate Certificate in Global Business Management. This combination of technical education, hands-on experience, and business acumen has equipped me with a strong foundation in production planning, inventory optimization, and lean manufacturing, along with the leadership skills to drive efficiency and cross-functional collaboration in high-performance environments. Key Strengths: Production Planning & Inventory Control: Developed clear-to-build plans and demand forecasts with 90%+ accuracy using MRP and DDMRP tools. Materials Coordination & Scheduling: Ensured 95%+ material availability by leading planner meetings and aligning Aftermarket MRP with Master Production Schedules (MPS). 🧩 Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitated daily huddles with operations, engineering, and quality teams to ensure seamless production execution. Process & Quality Improvement: Led Kaizen projects and implemented visual management tools (e.g, PDCA boards) to improve workflow and reduce bottlenecks. 🧪 Quality Control & Assurance: Advanced Moog’s zero-defect vision by reducing non-conformances through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and ISO-compliant and internal audits. Hands-on Technical Skills: Proficient in MRP, familiar with SAP & DDMRP, Kanban systems, 5S and lean manufacturing, blueprint reading, metrology, and final testing of aerospace components under AS9100 standards. Having worked in technical roles, planning & project coordination, I’ve developed a solid mix of hands-on experience and big-picture thinking. I enjoy being in the middle of the action; solving problems, keeping things moving, and making sure the team is aligned. I’m especially passionate about improving operations, building strong working relationships, and making a real impact in fast-paced manufacturing environments. I like finding smart, practical ways to get things done and seeing the results in action. Let’s connect and explore opportunities where I can support your production team’s goals through precision, planning, and purpose.