Romario Rodriguez, P.Eng

Operations Management

Leading $200M+ in manufacturing operations with a proven track record of transforming production systems into lean, high-performing operations. Over 10 years of hands-on experience in metal fabrication, equipment assembly, and complex job shop environments; delivering results through strategic planning, continuous improvement, and exceptional team leadership. 

Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) applying rigorous technical expertise to solve complex challenges. From production system design to process automation to mechanical designs, I bridge the gap between engineering theory and shop floor reality leveraging CAD, modelling, statistical analysis, and programming to optimize performance and drive innovation. 

Process Optimization & Automation

Eliminating waste and maximizing efficiency through data-driven Lean methodologies. Expert in time studies, value stream mapping, and statistical process control, transforming bottlenecks into opportunities and delivering measurable improvements in cycle time, quality, and throughput across diverse manufacturing environments.  

Finance & Audit

Uniquely combining engineering precision with financial acumen. With a BSc in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University and advancing toward ACCA qualification, I bring advanced skills in cost analysis, budget management, and financial modeling to manufacturing and project leadership. Understanding not just how to improve operations, but how those improvements impact profitability.

Facilities & Capital Projects Management 

Hands-on facilities management experience overseeing mechanical systems including boilers, HVAC, and building infrastructure across multi-site operations. Delivered $20M in capital projects managing over 60 contractors. Expert in facilities maintenance coordination, contractor management, and capital project execution from design through closeout. Brings practical mechanical systems knowledge, AutoCAD proficiency, and proven ability to maintain operational continuity during facility modifications, directly applicable to plant facility management and manufacturing capital projects.