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Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico

• Reviewed the manufacturing maintenance program for efficiency accuracy and timeliness, and provided feedback for improvement to company leadership.
• Provided safety education and technical training to maintenance crew to establish equipment repair standards.
• Created and implemented a manufacturing maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Developed maintenance reports to assess program success and inform operational decisions. (MTTR, MTBF and Downtime).
• Managed manufacturing efficiency teams of up to 6 employees.

Hermosillo, Sonora, México

• Managed engineering engagement risk by employing simulations and rapid prototyping to reduce initial outlay and prevent costly mistakes.
• Applied critical path method (CPM) to project planning, reducing dependencies and shortening overall completion timeframes.
• Edited technical documentation for clarity and conformity with overall goals, safety guidelines and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborated with Slovakia plant engineering team to develop production plans, integrating cross-functional teams to streamline operations.
• Supervised a team of 2 manufacturing engineers and 5 manufacturing maintenance technicians.

Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico

• Worked collaboratively with the Operations Manager for the implementation of the new programs KIA, Chrysler and GM on timely and accurate completion of the 2 new plants in Monterrey and San Jose Iturbide.
• Examined project specifications to design effective schedules, budgets and project scopes.
• Oversaw quality assurance protocols to optimize designs.
• Developed and implemented process flow improvement and standardization projects.

Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico

• Strategically selected methodology to reduce cycle time and meet target margins.
• Focused on increasing efficiency, lowering cycle times and improving overall quality.
• Lead team of more than 6 members focused on optimizing manufacturing processes in the areas of Metal Forming and Welding.
• Gathered requirements for ongoing projects and organized details for management use.

Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico

• Developed manufacturing processes that were robust yet simple to perform of CD4.1 Cold End Ford.
• Reviewed processes, identifying areas that required improvement.
• Designed the production line for the muffler, final line, and sub-assembly.
• Established project schedules and monitored tasks to meet milestones during each phase.

Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico

• Developed and implemented process flow improvement and standardization projects related to Ford.
• Coordinated the launch and installation of all the production equipment and tools.
• Oversaw quality assurance protocols to optimize designs related to Ford.

Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico

• Reviewed processes, identifying areas that required improvement in the cutting process.
• Developed manufacturing processes and provided support to the areas of tube cutting, bending, and resonator.
• Member of the Resonator and Muffler international expert team.

Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico

• Conducted project site visits to meet with construction staff, evaluate progress and discuss operational issues.
• Coordinated the expansion of the plant.
• Analyzed blueprints and quotes of different contractors.
• Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams.
• Responded to technical concerns quickly and effectively devised solutions.

Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico

• Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
• Kept track of equipment, inventories and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
• Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning and balancing new equipment for projects. (Welders, robots, fixtures, bending machines, sizing).
• Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.

Santa Ana, Sonora, Mexico

• Inspected items for safety and operability.
• Designed of assembly tools and dashboards for the production of vacuum arnes for the automotive industry.
• Participated in the Advanced Planning Quality Product (APQP) for designing these tools.
• Supervised 2 teams for the support of the production lines.