Andersson Aldahir Martínez Torres

Continuous improvement Specialist with 8+ years of experience in cost reduction, process optimization and lean implementation across logistic, automotive and manufacturing industries. Proven ability to deliver measurable savings, lead Kaizen events, and drive operational excellence.

Continuous Improvement Specialist - INTERNATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE COMPONENT (IAC GROUP)

(2024-07)

• Led cost reduction initiatives focused on material optimization, achieving $9M DLLS in annual validated savings in collaboration with finance.
• Reduced material waste by up to 26% improving cost efficiency and process performance.
• Planned and facilitated Kaizen Events and CI Workshops, improving cost efficiency and process flow.
• Analyzed performance data to identify improvement opportunities and support data driven decision making.
• Led 5S implementation and audits across plant operations, improving compliance workplace organization.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams across multiple plants to standardize best practices and replicate improvements.

Continuous Improvement Engineer - HELLERMANNTYTON MANUFACTURAS S.A. DE C.V

(2023-02 - 2024-07)

• Led CI projects focused on reducing scrap and machine downtime using PDCA, A3, and DMAIC methodologies.
• Facilitated Kaizen and VSM events to identify process delays and improve overall process efficiency.
• Implemented visual management systems and standardized work across production lines, improving process consistency.
• Ensured compliance with IATF 16949 standards, supporting quality system implementation and audits.
• Reduced process variation and defects, contributing to scrap reduction of 6%
• Drove 5S and Gemba Walk initiatives to sustain operational discipline.

Lean & Quality Engineer / Lean Champion - RYDER CAPITAL S DE R.L. DE C.V

(2018-02 - 2023-02)

• Led Lean transformation initiatives across logistics operations, improving process efficiency and reducing waste.
• Delivered cost-saving projects through process optimization, achieving savings of $4M USD in annual savings
• Coordinated and led Lean Assessments, Kaizen Events and VSM Workshops across multiple operations.
• Ensured compliance with ISO 9001:2015 quality standards.
• Developed and updated standard work and process maps, improving operational consistency and training effectiveness

Master in Business Administration - Quality and Productivity - Tecmilenio Campus Cumbres (2021-01 - 2022-12)

Industrial Engineer Administrator - Facultad de Ciencias Químicas - UANL (2014-01 - 2018-12)