Alfredo Nieto
Operator IV
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About
Highly determined individual who is a strong contributor in a team environment. Strengths in process details and process improvements. This includes metrics, risk analysis, schedules and product quality.
Excellent communications skills. Innovative problem-solver with broad experience in R&D extrusion processes and quality. Continuous promotions based upon drive, energy, enthusiasm and leading performance.
Over 25 years of commitment to the Medtronic philosophy and team with over 20 years with Extrusion department. Specializing in dual-level bump and printsafe. Passion in bringing automotive, creative upholstery visions to life while keeping their vintage personality.
Experience
Operator IV - Medtronic Vascular - Santa Rosa, CA
(1997-12 - 2023-06)
- Troubleshoot and analyze extrusion issues to resolution
- Operate Printsafe Marking System
- Partner with engineering on A3 DAMAIC Projects
- Support engineering on Product Validation
- Input to revision updates for PI (Process Instructions) and documents
- Operate tri-layer extruders
- Tooling set-up for 2-level and 3-level bump
- Coach and Teach Junior level technicians via training plans
- Perform on-line quality measurements
- Communicate status updates
- Disassemble and reassemble single-layer and tri-layer extruders on various production lines
- Developed and executed training plans
- Controlled production line throughput through scheduling and prioritization
Proprietor - Alfredo Kennedy Design
(2022-01)
- Vintage automotive upholstery installs, renovate, and upgrade
- Creative design for unique color combinations and themes
- Design era upgrade for specific interior fabric and patterns
