Alba Nidia Luna Canales
Cd. Juarez
Summary
I have been working on projects that significantly enhanced operational efficiency and productivity, leveraging my expertise in project management and strategic thinking. My leadership not only fostered team collaboration but also drove cost-saving initiatives, directly contributing to sustainable growth and improved customer satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Manager
Robert Bosch
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve cost savings, reducing waste and improving resource allocation.
- Spearheaded capacity planning efforts to ensure efficient resource allocation and utilization, balancing production demands with available personnel and equipment resources.
- Focused on increasing efficiency, lowering cycle times and implementing automation projects.
- Reduced product launch delays through effective project management and timely resolution of issues.
- Organized regular project review meetings involving all stakeholders to ensure alignment of objectives and timely resolution of concerns.
- Developed proposals for clients outlining project scope and timeline.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
- Managed cross-functional teams, streamlining communication between departments for more efficient project execution.
- Boosted team morale and productivity through effective leadership, mentoring, and recognition of individual achievements.
Manufacturing Manager
Robert Bosch
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Managed budget planning and forecasting activities for the manufacturing department, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals while maintaining operational excellence.
- Developed RFQ long-term strategies for manufacturing operations (lines, headcount, CAPEX, budgets), aligning with company goals and objectives to drive sustainable growth.
- Increased output capacity with the optimization of equipment and shop floor layout improvements.
- Managed a team of 10 NPI engineers, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging professional growth (1 team member promoted to manager).
- Coordinated efforts between engineering, design, procurement, and quality assurance departments to streamline product development cycles and improve overall productivity.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements for NPI or urgent models.
Quality Manager
Robert Bosch
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Managed quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
- Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness (Defect Cost reduction from 1.8% to 0.5%).
- Increased customer satisfaction through adherence to quality standards and customer requirements.
- Developed and deployed production control plans and created work instructions and procedures.
NPI Program Manager
Robert Bosch
04.2012 - 12.2014
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget (CAPEX and spending), milestones, and technical problems (1 manufacturing line installed).
- Delivered successful NPI projects by coordinating cross-functional teams fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient project execution.(2 Global Products, Customers: Ford, GM,STLA).
- Installed capacity planning
Document Specialist
Robert Bosch
08.2010 - 04.2012
BOM Specialist
DELPHI
01.2008 - 08.2010
Education
Master of Science - Quality And Productivity
ITESM
Cd. Juarez, ChihBachelor of Science - Mechatronics Engineering
ITESM
Cd. Juarez, Chih.Skills
- Strategic thinker
- Strategy alignment
- Team management
- Active listening
- Priority management
- Decision-making
- Cost reduction strategies
- Economic modeling/business analysis
- Effective communication
- Project management experience
Certification
- Six Sigma
- Shainin Apprentice
- Effective Leadership For Executive Women
- APQP / PPAP
- Ford, GM, STLA, Volvo, VW Capacity Planning
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Manufacturing Manager
Robert Bosch
01.2024 - Current
Manufacturing Manager
Robert Bosch
01.2018 - 12.2023
Quality Manager
Robert Bosch
01.2015 - 12.2017
NPI Program Manager
Robert Bosch
04.2012 - 12.2014
Document Specialist
Robert Bosch
08.2010 - 04.2012
BOM Specialist
DELPHI
01.2008 - 08.2010
Master of Science - Quality And Productivity
ITESM
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics Engineering
ITESM
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