Ruben Perez
Central Fulfilment Unit Manager @IKEA
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WORK HISTORY
Central Fulfilment Unit Manager @IKEA
Lebec, CA, US
Site Manager overseeing a 2.4+ million sq. ft. Federal Trade Zone (FTZ)-governed distribution facilities with 500+ co-workers.
EDUCATION
International Association of Operative Millers
Flour Milling Certified
AIB international,Inc
Food Safety For Warehousing & Distribution
USC Marshall School of Business
Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt
College of the Canyons
Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician
SKILLS
ABOUT RUBEN PEREZ
Dynamic and integrity-focused Head of Operations recognized for delivering exceptional results through hands-on leadership and a relentless commitment to excellence within diverse industries. With a proven track record of driving productivity and fostering high-performing teams, possessing a strong work ethic and a passion for maximizing operational efficiency. Adept at motivating, training, and empowering employees, excelling in building cohesive teams that consistently surpass expectations. Commitment to safety and process optimization ensuring the manufacturing of top-tier products while adhering to the highest standards of quality and compliance. As an expert in Lean Six Sigma Principles, spearheading transformative initiatives to enhance productivity and performance, driving tangible results, and delivering sustainable improvements. Core competencies include:*Quality and Safety: Proven ability to instill food safety, sanitation, and quality mindset in a short timeframe and comply with HACCP, FDA, USDA, OSHA, and EPA standards. Safety Culture advocate, involved with implementing policies that helped reduce or prevent lost workdays and OSHA recordable incidents.*Operations Leadership: Led effective communication between management and hourly staff, boosting productivity and morale while maintaining zero grievances for 8+ years in a union environment. Coordinated with various departments, external customers as well as transportation companies to facilitate efficient delivery of products.*Projects and Maintenance: Successfully managed nationwide Distribution Center relocations throughout the USA meeting projected timeframes. Also, established an Amsterdam DC to drive EU growth. Increased manufacturing productivity by 25%, reduced waste, increased efficiency, and optimized logistics globally. Oversaw capital projects via the AFE process, expanding plant capacity by 20% and implementing preventive maintenance, elevating packing department efficiency by 40%.
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