Pete Caraballo
Wilmington
Summary
Versatile and results-driven Plant Manager with extensive experience in production supervision, process optimization, and team leadership. Proven track record of driving operational efficiency, implementing continuous improvement initiatives, and delivering significant cost savings. Expert in quality control, inventory management, safety compliance, and cross-functional coordination. Adept at leveraging data analytics and project management tools to streamline processes and exceed performance metrics. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Manager
Nixon Medical
New Castle
09.2023 - Current
- Oversee all facets of plant operations, including production, inventory, quality control, and safety compliance.
- Direct and coach a team of supervisors and production associates to meet or exceed operational KPIs.
- Develop and execute strategic plans to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize resource allocation.
- Coordinate with senior leadership to align plant objectives with company-wide goals and customer expectations.
- Implement and monitor SOPs and safety protocols, ensuring regulatory and organizational compliance.
Production Supervisor
Nixon Medical
New Castle
09.2016 - 09.2023
- Managed a team of 14 production associates and achieved consistent productivity improvements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and smooth product flow.
- Identified bottlenecks and implemented corrective actions to reduce downtime.
- Led team training programs to improve quality and compliance performance.
- Evaluated and enhanced production procedures to drive cost efficiency and output gains.
Plant Manager
Diamond State Graphics
New Castle
09.1999 - 09.2016
- Standardized production workflows and quality protocols to ensure customer satisfaction and regulatory adherence.
- Directed material procurement, production scheduling, and equipment maintenance to meet demand.
- Conducted in-depth data analysis to identify improvement opportunities and reduce operational costs.
- Mentored staff and cultivated a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Education
Business Administration and Management -
Strayer University
Wilmington, DE05-2026
High School Diploma -
Christiana High School
Newark, DE01.1996
Skills
- Operations management
- Continuous improvement
- Lean methodology
- Six Sigma certification
- Project management
- Inventory control
- Quality assurance
- Labor cost estimation
- Training and development
- Cross-functional leadership
- Data-driven decision making
- OSHA safety standards
- Bilingual communication
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Project Management (PM Fundamentals)
- OSHA 10 Certification
Key Accomplishments
- Led Continuous Improvement initiatives with a team of 14, delivering validated savings of $363,000., 09/2022 – 09/2023
- Designed and implemented inventory tracking systems in Microsoft Excel, improving customer output to 97% and reducing flats budget under 5%, achieving $165,000 in savings., 09/2023
- Maintained 99.9% compliance with Johnson & Johnson standards through rigorous QA processes and team training programs.
Timeline
Plant Manager
Nixon Medical
09.2023 - Current
Production Supervisor
Nixon Medical
09.2016 - 09.2023
Plant Manager
Diamond State Graphics
09.1999 - 09.2016
Business Administration and Management -
Strayer University
High School Diploma -
Christiana High School
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