Christopher Thomas Hernández Flores

Automotive Engineer with experience in manufacturing engineering and new model implementation within the automotive industry. Proven ability to coordinate equipment installation, layout preparation, supplier evaluation, and cross-functional communication to ensure projects meet quality, cost, and timing targets (QCT). Strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and experience working with global teams and production environments.

Manufacturing Engineering Specialist (Indirect) at Nissan Mexicana (2022-09 – 2026-04)

• Lead preparation and coordination of new equipment, tools, and production layouts for manufacturing projects.
• Clarified project requirements and evaluated suppliers for new equipment and tooling.
• Coordinated communication between internal and external departments (NML, NNA).
• Supported negotiations and removed roadblocks across multiple departments.
• Established body shop processes to guarantee product quality for NMEX vehicles.
• Followed up on complex engineering concerns for new and carry-over models until production implementation.
• Validated processes, performed debugging, and ensured compliance with quality, cost, and timing standards.

Learning & Development at MINTH México (2022-02 – 2022-09)

• Developed operator certification programs and training processes.
• Created core positions, salary structures, and indirect staffing plans.
• Implemented ILU, 1x3 and 3x1 training methodologies.
• Developed annual training plans and managed training budgets.
• Negotiated with external suppliers for training services.
• Prepared documentation and supported internal and external IATF audits.

Bachelor's Degree in Automotive Engineering – Universidad Autónoma de Aguascalientes (2017-08 – 2021-12)