David Arratia

David Arratia

Project Specialist Intern

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Commercial Chains Trade Revenue Manager at Tyson Foods

  • Education

    • University of Arkansas at Fayetteville

      2006 - 2008
      Master of Business Administration (MBA)

      Activities and Societies: Member of National Academic Honor Society - Beta Gamma Sigma

    • University of Arkansas at Fayetteville

      2001 - 2004
      Civil Engineering
    • University of Arkansas at Fayetteville

      2009 - 2012
      Master of Science (M.S.) Operations Management
  • Experience

    • Rockline Industries

      May 2002 - Aug 2003
      Project Specialist Intern

      Contribute with new designs of devices and systemsResearch equipment from other companies and suppliers to implement in Rockline IndustriesEngineering/Technician contactImprove and update project reportsUpdate plant and line layouts in CADPlanning for wet wipe plant construction in Puebla, MexicoDesigning for wet wipe plant and equipment layout for new facilityNetworking with several subcontractors between two companiesTraining in basic equipment in Puebla, MexicoDocument translation Show less

    • Rockline Industries, people who make it right

      Jan 2004 - Oct 2019

      Implemented a consistent process when business process errors occur that determines the root causefor the error and results in corrective actions and implementation of process and procedures to prevent a reoccurrence.Managed all aspects of project from charter through implementation at all major Rockline sites.Implemented new business processes and provided training for all team members and staff.Lead a cross-functional team with a clear outline of expectations and how the team would operate towards the objectives of the project. Show less Manage cross-functional teams to design, modify and install production equipmentEngineer liaison for The Netherlands and United Kingdom wet wipe manufacturing plantsProduction move and start-ups for new plant in Booneville, ArkansasProvide leadership and expertise in process design, project management, process sanitary design,in-process control techniques and provide data interpretation for projects and initiatives.Equipment evaluation and procurement for all wet wipe facilitiesEffective management of engineering resources as well as provide technical direction and expertise to commercialize new in-house manufacturing equipmentManage capital budgets to deliver on-time projects within the scope Show less Provide process engineering support and leadership for the development and commercialization ofnew processes, process improvements and technical systemsSupport manufacturing continuous improvement activities and facilitate the development and implementation of standardized manufacturing and engineering systemsOrganize maintenance and operation procedures to improve performance and reliability of equipmentDevelop long-term plan between United Kingdom manufacturing plant and U.S spare parts suppliersTechnical support for the Operations Team on a 24-hour wet wipes manufacturing plantDesign, implement and outsource many projects for production improvementsGuide High Performance Operational Teams for day-to-day issuesLeader on the standardization team to implement process changes to three manufacturing lines Show less

      • Corporate Strategic Planning Manager

        Apr 2018 - Oct 2019
      • Strategic Sourcing Manager - Corrugate

        Dec 2016 - Apr 2018
      • Strategic Sourcing Manager - Nonwovens

        Mar 2016 - Dec 2016
      • Business Process Error Project Manager

        Jan 2014 - Mar 2016
      • Packaging Engineer

        Oct 2012 - Dec 2013
      • Project Manager

        Jan 2008 - Oct 2012
      • Production Engineer

        Jan 2004 - Jan 2008
    • Tyson Foods

      Oct 2019 - now
      Commercial Chains Trade Revenue Manager
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)

      Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®)
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