Roberto Flores
Walkertown
Summary
R&D Process Engineer with 13 years of experience at BekaertDeslee, excelling in knitting machine troubleshooting, and process improvement. Adept at technical training and enhancing team performance. Utilizing data analysis to drive product excellence and operational efficiency, ensuring high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments. Proven track record of delivering high-quality outcomes through hands-on approaches and strong problem-solving abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
R&D Process Engineer
BekaertDeslee
Winston-Salem
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted in developing training materials for new products introduced to the Knitting Production Area.
- Recommended changes or modifications based on findings from audits, or observations.
- Precise calibration of technical equipment on knitting machines (Mayer, Terrot, Monarch).
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions by analyzing test results and making necessary adjustments.
- Analyze product performance data to identify areas of improvement during sampling or production.
- Collaborate with other group business units.
- International travel to provide technical support.
- Investigate customer complaints and developing solutions.
- Fulfill the customer sample request.
- Reengineer products to achieve better performance.
- Assist in the new design and testing of new product developments.
- Determine design criteria and specifications.
- Technician training.
Knitting Department Supervisor
BekaertDeslee
Winston-Salem
06.2018 - 06.2022
- Supervised daily operations.
- Technical training for technicians.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to employees.
- Collaborate with management to develop team goals and strategies that enhance performance, ensure operational efficiency, and reduce off-quality.
- Make sure that all safety regulation is followed across all the dept.
- Monitored department operations to ensure productivity and quality were met.
- Investigate potential problems or discrepancies reported by employees.
- Coordinated schedules and managed employee's attendance records.
- Adress Employee issues and conflicts to provide input, feedback and coaching.
- Negotiated with Knitting machine part suppliers to secure cost-effective resources.
Knitting Associate Supervisor/Maintenance Technician
BekaertDeslee
Winston-Salem
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Identified areas where improvements could be made in terms of operational efficiency.
- Perform preventative maintenance on various types of knitting machines.
- Troubleshoot Machinery that was causing defects.
- Train new Technicians
- Ensure all production machines were kept running.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex maintenance issues.
- Tracked employee attendance records, vacation requests, and ensured all positions were covered.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
Knitting Machine Operator
Bekaert Textiles
Winston-Salem
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Operated multiple types of knitting machines (Monarch, Terrot, Mayer)
- Trained new employees on machine operation.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping floors and wiping down machines regularly.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding any changes in production schedules
- Perform quality inspections to ensure defect-free fabric.
Creeler
Bekaert Textiles
Winston-Salem
02.2012 - 06.2013
- Make sure the machine is equipped with yarn to ensure constant running.
- Set up yarn changes.
- Creel production machines and sample machines.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Forsyth High School
Winston-SalemSkills
- Knitting machine troubleshooting expertise (Monarch, Mayer, Terrot)
- Product evaluation
- Process improvement
- Technical training
- Efficiency enhancement
- Team leadership
- SAP, Business intelligence analysis, and Microsoft Excel
- Able to work with very precise measurements
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
R&D Process Engineer
BekaertDeslee
06.2022 - Current
Knitting Department Supervisor
BekaertDeslee
06.2018 - 06.2022
Knitting Associate Supervisor/Maintenance Technician
BekaertDeslee
06.2015 - 06.2018
Knitting Machine Operator
Bekaert Textiles
06.2013 - 06.2015
Creeler
Bekaert Textiles
02.2012 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
North Forsyth High School
Similar Profiles
Netasha HamptonNetasha Hampton
Knitter/Creeler at BekaertDesleeKnitter/Creeler at BekaertDeslee
James RodriguezJames Rodriguez
Warehouse Supervisor at BekaertDesleeWarehouse Supervisor at BekaertDeslee
David ButcherDavid Butcher
Logistics Manager at BekaertDeslee USA, Inc.Logistics Manager at BekaertDeslee USA, Inc.
Mackenzie BentleyMackenzie Bentley
Cash Office Clerk /Guest Service Team Leader at Lowe's FoodsCash Office Clerk /Guest Service Team Leader at Lowe's Foods
Ashley AsburyAshley Asbury
Receptionist at United Healthcare GroupReceptionist at United Healthcare Group