Anderson T. Priester
San Antonio
Summary
With over 16 years of experience, specialized in creating, implementing, measuring, auditing, and providing training on management systems such as Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Environmental, and Safety. Expertise extends to industrial manufacturing, infrastructure construction, and pharmaceutical manufacturing providers. Certified trainer in Continuous Improvement and process verification procedures, well-versed in ISO 9001, 14001, and 18001 based management systems. Successfully enhanced efficiency and productivity while reducing operational costs and production times. Recognizes the need for change in management processes for complex projects, risk mitigation, and process improvement projects. Takes initiative to create and implement effective solutions.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Systems Architect
Siemens PLM Software
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Enhanced alignment of technology and business objectives by offering critical feedback in planning stages.
- Facilitated integration of cloud platforms to optimize asset usage and decrease overhead costs.
- Implemented security protocols and data management techniques to maintain adherence to industry standards.
- Enhanced efficiency by identifying areas for process improvement.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to mitigate potential vulnerabilities in system designs.
- Simplified technical information in stakeholder-focused documents, enhancing understanding.
- Converted business needs into comprehensive architecture requirements.
- Developed measurable performance benchmarks to monitor architectural progress.
Management Systems and Marketing Strategy Consultant
Priest Consulting
06.2016 - Current
- Incorporated latest advancements in social media and online branding to enhance intellectual property management systems.
- Deployed strategies tailored toward maximizing savings and streamlining processes.
- Strengthened brand identification for consumer demographics in target markets.
Business Process Consultant
Austin Energy
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Tested and audited cross-functional billing system processes to enhance efficiency.
- Developed and verified key performance indicators for documentation.
- Assembled requirements for both existing and planned systems.
- Delivered effective training on Quality Management Systems SOPs and processes.
- Coordinated third-party ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training acting as the primary liaison.
- Achieved certification for 90% of management staff.
- Led benchmarking study reducing process completion times by 15%, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Manufacturing Quality Supervisor
Pfizer (formerly Hospira) Inc.
07.2012 - 02.2014
- Conducted audits on QA, QC, EHS management programs for pharmaceutical manufacturing and medical devices.
- Utilized SPC, lean methodologies, Six Sigma techniques, and defect detection strategies to sustain quality benchmarks.
- Regularly evaluated processes to identify improvement opportunities.
Management Systems Consultant
Vitalogy Skincare
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Developed and implemented ISO 9001:2008 aligned business process management systems.
- Secured achievement of 100% training completion rate for all management personnel on updated systems.
- Successfully completed training for 93% of the organization's staff following project conclusion.
- Delivered comprehensive training for more than 85% of staff, ensuring mastery of all introduced management systems.
Corporate HSEQ Manager
Isolux Ingeneria USA, LLC (An Isolux Corsan Company)
04.2011 - 01.2012
- Developed and executed comprehensive H.S.E.Q Management Systems at both corporate and project levels.
- Developed and executed the corporate H.S.E.Q Management System for ISO 9001:2008 certification in 2013.
- Successfully finalized all organizational training on the H.S.E.Q Management system.
- Developed and executed processes for real-time remote monitoring of third-party contractors in distant international sites.
QA/ QC, Environmental and Code Compliance Manager
TC Electric, LLC (A Judlau Company)
09.2008 - 11.2010
- Developed and conducted requirement-based training programs on Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Environmental, and Code Compliance Systems.
- Led departmental efforts to ensure compliance with quality standards across internal staff and third-party contractors.
- Designed, executed and conducted training on QA/QC, Environmental as well as Code Compliance Programs for a $3 billion transportation infrastructure project.
- Optimized material documentation and approval workflows, achieving a monthly cost reduction of $15,000.
- Maintained adherence to all management protocols at a 100% rate during the project lifecycle.
- Reduced submission return rates to under 5%, saving 21 business days per project submission.
- Upheld accurate and effective audit practices, resulting in no major findings each quarter.
- Met process metrics with a 98% attainment rate.
- Delivered all projects on time and within approved budget, earning performance incentives.
Quality Assurance Engineer
Lockheed Martin Transportation Security Services
04.2008 - 08.2008
Field Service Engineer
Kawasaki Rail Car Company Inc.
04.2007 - 06.2007
Field Service Engineer
Verrex Inc.
10.2006 - 03.2007
Field Service Engineer
I.D Systems Inc.
05.2006 - 10.2006
US Technical Support Manager/Engineer
Analog Way Inc.
11.2005 - 03.2006
Electronic Technician, Super Technician Designation, Micro Miniature Repair Department lead
Department of Defense, United States Navy
06.2000 - 09.2005
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Cinematography And Digital Filmmaking
The Los Angeles Film School
Los Angeles, CABachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ06.2000
Skills
- Project Management
- Performance Management
- QA/ QC
- Environmental Management
- Health Management Solutions
- Diversity Management
- Workforce Management
- Training Program Management
- Lean
- Six Sigma
- Kaizen
- 5S Processes
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis
- Change Management
- 3rd Party Oversight
- Process Verification
- Organizational Structure Development
- Organizational Management
Certification
- OSHA 40-hour safety Certification
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified Lead Auditor
- 14001 Auditor
- 18001 Auditor
- Six Sigma Black Belt
- Certifications in cGMP practices for healthcare, medical devices and pharmaceutical ingredients
Core Expertise
- Project Management
- Performance Management
- QA/QC, Environmental, Health Management Solutions
- Diversity Management
- Workforce and Training program management
- Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen and 5S Processes
- Data Collection and Analysis Strategies
- Change Management
- 3rd Party Oversight & Process Verification
- Certified ISO 9000/9001 2008, 2015 Lead Auditor
- Organizational Structure Development and Management
Timeline
Systems Architect
Siemens PLM Software
09.2024 - 01.2025
Management Systems and Marketing Strategy Consultant
Priest Consulting
06.2016 - Current
Business Process Consultant
Austin Energy
01.2015 - 05.2016
Manufacturing Quality Supervisor
Pfizer (formerly Hospira) Inc.
07.2012 - 02.2014
Management Systems Consultant
Vitalogy Skincare
01.2012 - 06.2012
Corporate HSEQ Manager
Isolux Ingeneria USA, LLC (An Isolux Corsan Company)
04.2011 - 01.2012
QA/ QC, Environmental and Code Compliance Manager
TC Electric, LLC (A Judlau Company)
09.2008 - 11.2010
Quality Assurance Engineer
Lockheed Martin Transportation Security Services
04.2008 - 08.2008
Field Service Engineer
Kawasaki Rail Car Company Inc.
04.2007 - 06.2007
Field Service Engineer
Verrex Inc.
10.2006 - 03.2007
Field Service Engineer
I.D Systems Inc.
05.2006 - 10.2006
US Technical Support Manager/Engineer
Analog Way Inc.
11.2005 - 03.2006
Electronic Technician, Super Technician Designation, Micro Miniature Repair Department lead
Department of Defense, United States Navy
06.2000 - 09.2005
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Rutgers University
- OSHA 40-hour safety Certification
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified Lead Auditor
- 14001 Auditor
- 18001 Auditor
- Six Sigma Black Belt
- Certifications in cGMP practices for healthcare, medical devices and pharmaceutical ingredients
Bachelor Of Science - Cinematography And Digital Filmmaking
The Los Angeles Film School
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