FRANCISCO RODRIGUEZ
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Results-driven Press Product Manager with expertise in flour, corn tortilla, and corn chip production. Proven track record in team leadership, process optimization, and operational efficiency. Skilled in driving continuous improvement initiatives and coordinating cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and reduce costs. Seeking to leverage extensive production management experience to deliver measurable results and achieve organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Press Product Manager
Mission Foods
06.2025 - Current
- Optimized production efficiency by implementing automated machinery, reducing workforce needs.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy through standardized raw materials management practices.
- Reduced customer complaints by conducting targeted market research for process control improvements.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing key performance metrics effectively.
- Achieved labor cost savings through standardized workforce allocation while ensuring operational effectiveness.
Corn Product Manager
Mission Foods
01.2023 - 06.2025
- Achieved measurable gains in key performance indicators through continuous improvement initiatives.
- Managed Corn Department operational budget, ensuring cost control and resource efficiency.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and throughput by optimizing production line performance.
- Reduced labor costs by implementing equipment automation for workforce optimization.
- Streamlined operations and improved production reliability through VDL packaging machine optimization.
Production Supervisor
Mission Foods
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Enhanced operational performance by assessing needs during shifts effectively.
- Ensured compliance with safety and quality standards among all employees.
- Documented training records and disciplinary actions per company guidelines.
- Implemented company policies to maintain a safe work environment.
- Monitored plant operations to uphold budgetary and performance standards.
Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Mission Foods
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Semillero Trainee Program.
- Staff rotation to improve efficiency in production lines.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Chemical Engineering in Sustainable Process
INSTITUTO TECNOLÓGICO Y DE ESTUDIOS SUPERIORES DE MONTERREY
Mexico01.2021
Skills
- Project Management
- Budgeting
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
LANGUAGES
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Chinese: Basic
Spanish: Native
Timeline
Press Product Manager
Mission Foods
06.2025 - Current
Corn Product Manager
Mission Foods
01.2023 - 06.2025
Production Supervisor
Mission Foods
01.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Mission Foods
01.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor Degree - Chemical Engineering in Sustainable Process
INSTITUTO TECNOLÓGICO Y DE ESTUDIOS SUPERIORES DE MONTERREY