Ramon Espinal

Driven professional with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Proven track record of both leading and contributing as part of a team. Adept at scheduling, managing, and customer relations in various lines of business.

Keen insight into executive management's vision and goals. Excellent attention to detail with analytic abilities well-suited for the modern business world. Ability to learn quickly, be flexible, and adapt to challenging environments—bilingual experience in business settings with English & Spanish.

Investigation/Manufacturing & Equipment Support at Medtronic (2025-01 – Present)

• Investigated production-line failures to identify component-level root causes and implemented corrective actions.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with Engineering to develop and deploy effective solutions.
• Actively participated in equipment construction, troubleshooting, adjustments, testing, and deployed effective solutions.
• Actively participated in equipment construction, troubleshooting, adjustments, testing, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance.
• Operated production and test equipment, executing validation and performance tests as required.
• Modified equipment by installing, removing, or altering components according to work instructions, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Utilized a variety of measurements and testing instruments to perform job duties accurately and efficiently.
• Executed production-floor activities to meet production targets, quality standards, and cost objectives.
• Managed multiple tasks concurrently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical teams.
• Worked effectively in a collaborative team environment to achieve operational goals.

Electromechanical Assembler Level 3 at Medtronic (2024-01 – Present)

• Perform high-precision electromechanical assembly, ensuring compliance with Medtronic's strict quality and FDA regulatory standards.
• Assist in Kanban coordination, managing the kitting of work sessions to streamline production and ensure assemblers have the necessary components on time.
• Work closely with engineers and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot assembly challenges and improve workflow efficiency.
• Support warehouse operations, assist with receiving shipments and inventory, and prepare materials to distribute appropriately among departments.
• Maintain detailed documentation of assembly procedures, quality checks, and process deviations to meet regulatory compliance requirements.
• Train and mentor junior assemblers, fostering a high-performance team environment and ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize material handling.

Extrusion Operator at Medtronic (2022-01 – 2024-12)

• Follow and operate equipment according to our Company Safety Policy
• Perform manual tasks such as assembling the extrusion components as per the defined procedure
• Monitor process and make adjustments as required to ensure quality production
• Follow the production schedule and demand
• Report to the Line Lead with mechanical, operational, or process errors
• Able to work well with others
• Maintain a positive attitude and good attendance
• Responsible for 5S in the line
• Perform quality assurance checks and testing compliance according to company and/or design facility standards and record findings

Manager/ Coordinator at Salem Taxi LLC (2018-01 – 2022-12)

• Created a 24-hour schedule for 2 taxi lines
• Payroll/ administrative responsibilities
• Trainer for new hires, including how to increase efficiencies and how to improve workflow
• Wrote and enforced Standard Operating Procedures

Pre-School Teacher at Catholic Charities Childcare Services (2012-01 – 2018-12)

• Provided a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, both in learning activities and in imaginative play
• Taught basic skills such as color, shape, number, and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills
• Established and implemented rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order
• Worked with the assistant teacher to ensure orderly conduct
• Planned and followed through with a weekly curriculum
• Read books to entire classes or small groups
• Organized and led activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips

BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing – Salem State University