Process Engineer
Experiencia demostrada en Process Engineering.
Experiencia demostrada en Manufacturing Process Optimization.
Experiencia demostrada en Continuous Improvement.
Experiencia demostrada en Lean Manufacturing.
Experiencia demostrada en New Production Line Launches.
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Manage 30 manufacturing machines across 4 production processes, monitoring process performance and supporting production objectives.. Lead continuous improvement and process optimization projects in coordination with Operations, Quality and Maintenance.. Research and test new materials and technologies to improve product quality and reduce manufacturing costs.. Act as the process engineering point of contact for 4 production lines, coordinating technical priorities and issue resolution across functions.
Managed the plant Quality Management System and coordinated corrective and preventive actions using 8D and root cause analysis.. Drove timely closure of process deviations, customer concerns and internal/external audit nonconformities; documented lessons learned.. Conducted IATF 16949 and Layered Process Audits (LPA), including product and layout audits aligned with Ford, Nissan, Volkswagen and Audi requirements.. Controlled and maintained PFMEAs, control plans, process flow diagrams, procedures, work instructions and supporting software/documentation.. Translated customer-driven changes into updates to plant documentation, processes and IATF requirements.. Performed system audits and inspections to identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency and product quality.
Supported the launch of a new production line on schedule and developed all process procedures and work instructions for the line.. Reduced start-up issues through structured problem solving and process standardization.. Controlled operating variables on an automotive catalytic-converter precision-coating line and led a 10-person team, ensuring safety, quality and cost targets.. Managed an additional 8-person team on a catalyst fabrication line serving turbine, marine engine and locomotive applications; controlled precious-metal inventory.. Maintained PFMEAs, control plans, process flow diagrams, risk analyses, procedures and operating instructions in accordance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.. Tracked in-process production performance using SAP.