Felix Sosa
Orlando
Summary
To obtain a position in which I can offer my managerial expertise in the following areas: Plant Management, Engineering Management, Senior Engineering, and Controls. To compromise continuous improvement in the appointed areas, to offer my years of experience as an engineering manager along with my exceptional common sense; to improve services and products, to reduce costs and lead times; in addition, to meet customers’ expectations. Willing to train and mentor other employees all the while engaging in new challenges and learning experiences.
I possess extensive experience in engineering and management, as well as developing new textile manufacturing projects. My skills also include: Leadership and mentoring, test and problem-solving. My engineering forte is in streamline processes; moreover, I have expertise at analyzing and solving the most complex of problems. I am a self-motivated professional, capable of working independently or as part of a team. I am a people and detail oriented individual with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Improformas, SRL
Santiago, Dominican Republic
02.2014 - Current
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
- Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Implemented quality control systems to boost overall product consistency and reliability.
- Led successful change initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions during organizational restructuring efforts.
- Implemented sustainability initiatives, reducing environmental impact.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
General Manager
Cambodian Gate way
Cambodia
06.2013 - 01.2014
- Managed 800 employees
- Hired and trained employees
- Trained management and supervisory staff
- Produced lingerie: brassieres, panties, and sleepwear
- Manufacture European brands such as M & S, Woman Secret, Baboo, HAV and SU
- Implement Lean Manufacture System, quality and optimization controls
- Execute the engineering system
- Supervise and follow up production, cost reduction and waste for efficiency optimization
- Purchase machinery, material, fabric, and components
- Customer service: On time shipping and delivery of products
- Develop the Marketing Department
- Work on consumption material analysis rate
- Plan production for cutting room and sewing lines
General Plant Manager, AMII Knits
Grupo M
Codevi Park, Haiti
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Managed 1,200 employees
- Company’s profitability, Customer Service
- Led TPM Program, Compliance Program, Engineering Developing Method
- Processed sewing and finishing
- Products: handled T shirts, plaque shirts, hoddies, and fleece pants
- Customers: CK underwear, American Eagle, Aeropostale, Zorrel, Carhartt, Hannes Columbia, Tommy, and Dkny
General Plant Manager, Fabrik
Grupo M
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Oversaw 950 employees
- Company’s profitability, Customer Service
- Led TPM Program, Compliance Program, Engineering Developing Method
- Processed cutting, sewing and finishing
- Products: Intimates; day wear and panties
- Customers: VF Fruit of the Loom
General Plant Manager AM Jeans / Casual
Grupo M
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Managed 1,500 employees
- Company’s profitability, Customer Service
- Led TPM Program, Compliance Program, Engineering Developing Method
- Processed sewing and finishing wrinkle free
- Products: 5 pockets jeans and casual pants
- Customers: Levis, Nautica, VF, Wrangler, DKNY, and Old navy
General Plant Manager, DK Knits
Grupo M
Santiago, Dominican Republic
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Managed 1,500 employees
- Company’s profitability, Customer Service
- Led TPM Program, Compliance Program, Engineering Developing Method
- Processed sewing and finishing
- Products: T shirts and Plaquet shirts
- Customers: Dkny, Tommy, Nike, Landau, Ashworth, Carhartt, Underarmour, and Jones New York
General Plant Manager, M.A.S.A Finishing
Drusco Corp., Inc.
Santiago, Dominican Republic
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Oversaw 450 employees
- Company’s profitability, Customer Service
- Led TPM Program, Compliance Program, Engineering Developing Method
- Processed finishing wrinkle free
- Products: casual pants
- Customers: Wrangler, Reid, Levis, and Liz Claiborne
General Plant Manager, A.P.C Finishing Center
Grupo M
Santiago, Dominican Republic
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Managed 350 employees
- Company’s profitability, Customer Service
- Compliance Program, Engineering Developing Method
- Processed Finishing
- Products: Washed casual pants
- Customers: Eddie Bauer, Old Navy and Liz Claiborne
Plant Manager, Woven
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Managed the following: Delivery on Time, maintained customer’s quality requirements, Cost Control, Payroll Management and Control, and House- keeping
Plant Engineering
01.1991 - 01.1994
- Sewing/finishing process
- Cost Department
- Analyzed and improved sewing process
- Assigned payment and objective to sewing operator
- Implemented Just in Time System
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
O & M University
Dominican Republic01.1994
Skills
- Problem resolution
- Problem-solving
- Operations management
- Customer service
- Inventory control
- Goal setting
- Administrative skills
- Motivation
- Staff supervision
- Cost reductions
- Team leadership
Otherskills
Native Spanish
Fluent English
Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point
Seminarsandconferences
- Total Quality - 2009
- Statistics Process Control (SPC) - 2011
- ISO 9000 Seminary - 2012
- Lean champion - 2013
Timeline
Operations Manager
Improformas, SRL
02.2014 - Current
General Manager
Cambodian Gate way
06.2013 - 01.2014
General Plant Manager, AMII Knits
Grupo M
01.2011 - 01.2013
General Plant Manager, Fabrik
Grupo M
01.2009 - 01.2011
General Plant Manager AM Jeans / Casual
Grupo M
01.2004 - 01.2009
General Plant Manager, DK Knits
Grupo M
01.2001 - 01.2003
General Plant Manager, M.A.S.A Finishing
Drusco Corp., Inc.
01.1997 - 01.2000
General Plant Manager, A.P.C Finishing Center
Grupo M
01.1996 - 01.1997
Plant Manager, Woven
01.1994 - 01.1996
Plant Engineering
01.1991 - 01.1994
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
O & M University