Alfredo Alonso

Lead full-spectrum operations for a high-mix manufacturing environment, overseeing Production, Machine Shop, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering and cross-functional teams. Drive strategic initiatives that elevate operational performance, workforce capability, safety culture, and organizational scalability. Serve as a key partner to executive leadership in shaping operational strategy, capital planning, and long-term growth.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities

• Built and developed high-performance teams, providing coaching, training, and structured leadership routines that strengthened accountability, engagement, and operational discipline.
• Directed daily plant operations with a focus on throughput, quality, cost, and on-time delivery, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and customer expectations.
• Optimized plant layout, workflows, and resource allocation, reducing waste, improving cycle times, and increasing overall operational efficiency.
• Collaborated across Production, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to execute process improvements, implement quality controls, and resolve systemic bottlenecks.
• Strengthened safety culture and compliance, leading safety programs, preventive initiatives, and employee training that reduced incidents and ensured alignment with OSHA and internal standards.
• Drove production performance by managing labor planning, scheduling, capacity, and continuous improvement to exceed output and KPI targets.
• Championed automation and modernization, identifying high-ROI opportunities, and integrating automated solutions into the value stream to improve productivity and reduce manual burden.
• Enhanced quality systems, advancing root-cause analysis, CAPA processes, and cross-functional problem-solving to improve product reliability and reduce defects.
• Implemented Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies, facilitating kaizen events, and deploying standardized work to strengthen process stability.
• Managed operational budgets and capital investments, optimizing spending, improving cost structure, and supporting long-term asset planning.
• Leveraged data-driven performance management, developing KPI dashboards, production analytics, and operational cadence that supported real-time decision-making.
• Contributed to strategic planning and organizational growth, including workforce development, multi-site support, and scalable operational systems.

Managed multi-site manufacturing operations, overseeing day-to-day performance, workforce development, and strategic initiatives across two facilities. Played a key role in post-acquisition integration, operational optimization, and talent development, driving immediate synergies, and long-term growth.

Key Achievements and Responsibilities

• Managed dual-site operations, directing Portage, WI, plant operations T–Th and Wheeling, IL, plant operations M & F, ensuring seamless production continuity and consistent performance across locations.
• Led the post-acquisition integration team, aligning processes, resources, and teams to realize immediate operational synergies, and support business expansion.
• Participated in acquisition strategy, contributing to due diligence, evaluation, and operational planning for the successful acquisition of the Portage, WI, facility.
• Leveraged data analytics to identify operational trends, inform decision-making, and implement targeted improvements to increase efficiency, and reduce waste.
• Developed and implemented safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety, and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and internal policies.
• Managed inventory levels, optimizing the supply chain, and production planning to maintain continuity and meet customer demand reliably.
• Created and led apprenticeship and talent development programs, establishing selection criteria, training structures, and recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent.
• Drove operational excellence initiatives, focusing on process standardization, cross-site collaboration, and continuous improvement to elevate overall performance.

Directed comprehensive maintenance, tooling, and facilities operations for a high-mix manufacturing environment. Focused on maximizing equipment uptime, supporting production goals, advancing automation initiatives, and ensuring safety and compliance across all operations.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities

• Managed full-spectrum equipment maintenance and repair, ensuring reliability, uptime, and performance of all production machinery.
• Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing unplanned downtime, and extending asset lifecycle.
• Coordinated maintenance projects and contractors, ensuring timely completion, adherence to budgets, and alignment with operational priorities.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and internal policies, fostering a safe work environment, and reducing incidents.
• Oversaw the inventory of spare parts and supplies, optimizing availability while minimizing excess costs.
• Trained, coached, and supervised maintenance and tooling staff, establishing best practices, standard procedures, and skill development programs.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to support operational goals, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Applied expertise across all tool room operations and diverse manufacturing processes to maintain optimal tooling and equipment functionality.
• Contributed to automation efforts, identifying high-value opportunities, and supporting the integration of new technologies into production workflows.
• Partnered with engineering teams during product development, addressing tooling challenges, recommending improvements, and ensuring smooth production launches.
• Standardized tooling operation and maintenance procedures improve consistency, reduce errors, and enhance equipment performance.

• Managed and operated CNC machines to produce precision components for automotive industry.
• Troubleshot and repaired molds and dies to maintain production efficiency.
• Collaborated with engineering team to develop new tooling designs for production.
• Performed regular maintenance on tools and dies to ensure longevity and functionality.
• Trained new employees on proper use of machinery and safety procedures.
• Implemented lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency and reduce waste in tooling department.
• Maintained accurate records of tooling inventory and work orders for production scheduling.

• Operated various CNC machines to produce precision parts according to blueprints and specifications.
• Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting of CNC machines to ensure optimal performance.
• Monitored machine operations and made adjustments as necessary to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Interpreted technical drawings and set up tools and equipment for machining processes.
• Inspected finished products to ensure they met quality standards and made necessary adjustments.
• Collaborated with team members to optimize production schedules and meet deadlines.
• Maintained a clean and organized work area to facilitate smooth production processes.
• Followed all safety procedures and protocols to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.

• I worked in the produce department. I was in charge of inventory, ordering and leading the team when our supervisors weren't there.