Maintenance Supervisor at Plasticus S.A. de C.V. (Technimark) (2022-04 – 2026-04)
- Manage, lead and coordinate the activities of the maintenance department, overseeing automation engineers, PM coordinators, machine technicians, and facilities technicians.
- Supervise the PM coordinator's activities, ensuring compliance with PM work orders and accurate registration of machinery with its PM tasks, including uploading manuals to the Maximo system.
- Audit the performance of preventive maintenance technicians, verifying the correct execution of maintenance tasks on machinery, auxiliary equipment, and assembly lines.
- Procure spare parts and generate MRO system entries to maintain optimal minimum and maximum inventory levels.
- Conduct annual performance evaluations, manage employee vacations, permits, and suspensions, and interview candidates for open positions within the maintenance department.
- Support the introduction of new medical or industrial products, machinery, and production lines by contributing to the design, manufacturing, and implementation of End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT) for robots, poka-yoke fixtures, and enhancements to automated equipment on assembly lines and molding machines.
- Coordinate the installation of machines and production lines.
- Receive and manage external suppliers and technical service personnel.
- Collaborate closely with production supervisors and the planning area to coordinate mold changes.
- Participate in and direct improvement projects focused on reducing downtime, scrap, and enhancing production efficiency.
Maintenance Supervisor at Tri-State de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V. (Centurion Medical / Medline) (2017-09 – 2022-03)
- Directed the coordination of maintenance technicians and provided necessary support.
- Partnered with production supervisors to streamline mold change processes.
- Generated IQ (Installation Qualification) validation documentation for injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
- Oversaw the OQ (Operational Qualification) validation for the introduction of new molds, developing critical process parameters.
- Developed preventive maintenance (PM) task activities for equipment based on manufacturer recommendations.
- Monitored KPIs for the maintenance department and the plant.
- Managed the procurement of minimum and maximum spare parts required for operations, identified critical spare parts, and ensured their registration in SAP inventory control.
- Collaborated with production to manage mold changes for Form Fill Seal machines and Rotary blister sealers.
- Provided training on operation and PM activities to maintenance technicians.
Senior Maintenance Engineer at Productos Urólogos de México S.A. de C.V. (Carefusion / Vyaire Medical) (2014-10 – 2017-04)
- Spearheaded the coordinated transfer of extrusion blow molding machines, auxiliary equipment, production lines, and spare parts from Totowa, NJ, to Mexicali, including recording parameter settings and PLC backups during the New Jersey facility's closure; prepared transfer documentation (BOL) and supplied necessary documents to the import department.
- Managed the disassembly, loading, shipping, unloading, installation, and start-up of transferred equipment and machinery from New Jersey to Mexicali.
- Collaborated with production and engineering departments to support IQ, OQ, and PQ validation activities for machinery, fixtures, molds, and products, resolving issues and optimizing processes.
- Authored preventive maintenance (PM) task activities for all transferred equipment based on manufacturer specifications.
- Created backups of programming parameters for injection molding machines, extrusion blow machines, extrusion machines, hose corrugator machines, and auxiliary equipment.
- Tracked and reported key performance indicators for the maintenance department and the plant.
- Coordinated the acquisition of minimum and maximum spare parts for the transferred machinery and equipment, and managed their registration in the MRO warehouse.
- Delivered training on operation and PM activities to maintenance and operational personnel for the transferred equipment.
- Facilitated external technical support for the verification of machinery installation and start-up.
- Contributed to Kaizen projects aimed at cost and downtime reduction, cycle time improvements, and enhanced machinery productivity.
Maintenance Supervisor at Plasticus S.A. de C.V. (Technimark) (2012-05 – 2014-10)
- Directed PM technicians to ensure the optimal operation of machinery and auxiliary equipment, evaluating performance and task completion based on the MP2 program.
- Managed electromechanical technician activities to provide 24/7 production support, ensuring the seamless operation of machinery, auxiliary equipment, and facilities; coordinated corrective maintenance for molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
- Monitored KPI for the maintenance department and the plant, including downtime, safety, productivity, and efficiency.
- Oversaw the procurement of parts and accessories for molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
- Coordinate the design and manufacturing of custom tools and accessories for the robot end of arm tool (EOAT) for new and existing product lines.
- Generated and registered backups of robot programs for new and existing products to optimize cycle times, quality, and reduce scrap.
- Managed the procurement of minimum and maximum spare parts required for operations, identified critical spare parts, and ensured their registration in SAP inventory control.
- Collaborated with production to manage mold changes for Form Fill Seal machines and Rotary blister sealers.
- Provided training on operation and PM activities to maintenance technicians.
Construction supervisor at Castillo Construcciones y Proyectos (2010-02 – 2012-02)
- Directed and monitored construction development activities in alignment with customer requirements, standards, and schedules.
- Managed and allocated work assignments for staff and subcontractors, reviewing and evaluating their performance and work quality.
- Coordinated and managed the supply of materials, tools, and machinery, alongside overseeing the maintenance of tools and machinery.
- Maintained control and safeguarded customer-provided materials, furniture, and equipment.
- Estimated, quoted, and negotiated prices with suppliers for necessary materials and tools, and generated quotations for new projects.
- Tracked customer-provided information (drawings, specifications, technical data) and conducted periodic reviews of planned client changes to specifications.
Maintenance Supervisor at Kyowa Mexicali S.A. de C.V. (1998-08 – 2010-01)
- Ensured the optimal functioning of machinery, equipment, and facilities through the implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and the oversight of the annual preventive maintenance program to meet customer requirements.
- Monitored the performance of engineers and technicians by establishing and tracking key performance indicators and controls, while maintaining inventory control of spare parts and tools.
- Provided training to operational and technical personnel on the proper operation and maintenance of equipment, and developed visual aids (operating instructions) to ensure correct usage.
- Implemented continuous improvement projects to solve problems, reduce costs and downtime, and enhance productivity and quality.
- Administered, coordinated, and supervised transfer projects and installations of new production lines, machinery, and equipment; managed building modifications, improvements, and production line designs; negotiated costs for new machinery and equipment with vendors, installation costs, and generated project schedules and cost analyses.
- Generated analyses of water consumption, electricity, and natural gas, identifying potential cost-saving opportunities in accordance with corporate savings programs.
- Coordinated the transfer of machinery and equipment for the closure of the Kyowa Mexicali operation.
Technical Engineer at Kyomex S.A de C.V. (1998-02 – 1998-07)
- Developed and implemented Kaizen projects focused on improving molding processes to reduce waste and machinery downtime.
- I was transferred to the Kyowa plant in Mexicali, I coordinated the installation of machinery and equipment, and I started operations in September 1998
