Pablo Tejera
Industrial Engineering
Santiago De Los Caballeros
Summary
Dynamic Plant General Manager with a proven track record at Manufacturing environment , excelling in operations management and team leadership. Achieved ISO-45001 certification while fostering a collaborative environment that enhanced productivity. Expert in production scheduling and problem-solving, driving continuous improvement initiatives that significantly reduced waste and optimized resource allocation.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant General Manager
Gildan Actiwear
Zona Franca Las Americas
06.2019 - 07.2024
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations by ensuring adherence to environmental guidelines, labor laws, and workplace safety standards,obtain and keep IS0-45001 certification.
- Oversaw maintenance activities ensuring optimal equipment functionality which minimized unplanned downtime.
- Managed capital investment projects effectively from conception through completion while staying within budget constraints.
- Manage annual budget expense US $ 12m
- Conducted regular performance reviews for direct reports resulting in targeted professional development opportunities.
Production Manager
Hanesbrands Inc.
Bonao, Monseñor Nouel
01.2010 - 12.2018
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output using lean manufacturing tools: Kaizen Events, PDCA , Core Teams, Visual Plant Management,SMED.
- Obtain efficiency levels over 85% and less than 90% in machine utilization
- Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
- Mentored junior staff members on best practices in production management, cultivating a skilled workforce capable of facing complex challenges .
- Responsible to keep adequate cut parts inventory to supply 7 sewing plants on time in DR/Haiti.
Production Manager
Playtex
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
04.2003 - 12.2009
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Manage an annual budget of U.S. 2.5 m for direct and indirect labor
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre Y Maestra
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic 05.2001 -
Skills
Operations management
Safety management
Production scheduling
ISO standards
Team building and development
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Problem-solving abilities
Team leadership
Timeline
Plant General Manager
Gildan Actiwear
06.2019 - 07.2024
Production Manager
Hanesbrands Inc.
01.2010 - 12.2018
Production Manager
Playtex
04.2003 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre Y Maestra
05.2001 -