Daniel Cota

Manufacturing Engineer with 6+ years of experience in aerospace, automotive, and metal-mechanical industries on CNC programming, tooling development, and process optimization. Strong background in fixture design, machining operations, and Lean Manufacturing implementation.

Proven track record delivering measurable results: 70% tooling cost reduction, up to 30% efficiency increase, and 45% lead time reduction.

Process Engineer - SafranElectrical & Power

(2025-01)

• Implemented harness board improvements based on morphology, including Go/No-Go gauges and branch separation, reducing quality rejections by 70%.
• Performed line balancing, workstation design, and layout optimization.
• Provided shop floor technical support and updated manufacturing documentation.
• Analyzed operational efficiency by part number (daily/monthly reporting).
• Managed tooling and equipment procurement and control.
• Led rework station project, reducing lead time by 45%.
• Supported new product launches: routing definition, time studies, and cable sorting processes.
• Improved cable sorting efficiency by 10–30%.

Metal Stamping Leader - MANESA Manufacturas Estampadas

(2024-01 - 2024-12)

• Executed production plans and monitored KPIs (OEE, uptime, performance).
• Coordinated tooling, material, and packaging changes.
• Validated quality, production, and engineering documentation.
• Supervised teams of 20–40 operators.
• Managed failure reports and support requests.
• Validated process rates and cycle times.
• Managed ERP system (PLEX).
• Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to reduce changeover time and defects.
• Ensured compliance with Lean standards (5S, workplace organization).

Process Engineer - RIPIPSA

(2022-01 - 2023-12)

• Defined and validated NPI and ECN processes.
• Developed 3D visual work instructions, replacing traditional drawings and reducing misinterpretation errors.
• Analyzed and optimized manufacturing processes.
• Improved layout and material flow.
• Reduced scrap by 40% through material optimization.
• Developed CNC programs using FOMCAM for aluminum machining.
• Designed fixtures and tooling solutions.
• Created PFMEA, PFD, control plans, and documentation.
• Led tooling reengineering project achieving 70% cost reduction.
• Implemented TPM initiatives reducing downtime by 20%.
• Managed tooling, machinery, and ERP system (EPICOR).
• Led process improvement projects.

Manufacturing Trainer - BWI Group

(2020-01 - 2022-12)

• Trained groups of 30–60 employees.
• Delivered onboarding training on Lean Manufacturing, safety, and quality standards.
• Managed training plans and certified personnel across 3 shifts.
• Developed skills matrix.
• Provided shop floor technical support.
• Conducted time studies for takt time validation.

Bachelor´s Degree - Industrial Process and Operations Engineer - Universidad Tecnológica de Chihuahua (2016-01 - 2020-12)