Brenda Villarreal
Lake Orion,MI
Summary
Experienced Industrial Engineer with over 12 years in automotive manufacturing, specializing in quality systems, regional leadership, and new product launches. Led quality managers across North America and delivered strategic improvement plans. Expert in PPAP, APQP, FMEA, and supplier development. Fluent in English and Spanish. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
NAFTA MQA Manufacturing Quality Assurance
Antolin
02.2021 - 11.2024
- Led and supervised quality managers across Mexico and the U.S. for North American manufacturing plants.
- Ensured compliance with corporate quality standards and customer-specific requirements.
- Provided coaching and strategic guidance to quality leaders to meet KPIs and improve plant performance.
- Analyzed quality data to drive regional improvement plans and reduce nonconformities.
- Reported performance metrics and quality status to executive management.
Sr. Advance Quality Engineer
Grupo Antolin North America
01.2017 - 02.2021
- Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product reliability and performance standards.
- Developed and implemented testing protocols for new interior systems components.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
- Conducted root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.
- Design and development of Checking fixtures.
- New suppliers validation and certification.
- North America Headliner DV/PV validation testing schedule.
- Quality system audit for north america plants.
- Lead customer and external Audit
Advance Quality Engineer
Grupo Antolin North Ameria
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Developed and implemented quality control processes to enhance product reliability and safety for new programs.
- Led cross-functional teams in root cause analysis to resolve production issues effectively in pre-series phase.
- Streamlined inspection processes, increasing efficiency while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted training sessions for team members on quality assurance protocols and best practices.
- Customer specific requirements assurance in new products.
- AAR samples preparation and approval revisions with customer.
- Supplier PPAP and validation assurance.
Process Engineer
Grupo Antolin Silao
08.2012 - 02.2014
- Led new product development under APQP.
- Coordinated run-at-rate, packaging, and validation testing (PV, DV).
- Supported layout improvements and predictive maintenance planning.
Quality Engineer
Faurecia Interior Systems
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Directed QRCI initiatives, reducing scrap and nonconformities.
- Developed quality instructions and trained production teams.
- Led quality planning for tooling transfers and launch phases.
Quality Engineer
Shiloh de México
03.2009 - 08.2010
- Managed supplier quality and material containment.
- Led audits, PPAP reviews, and customer corrective action plans.
- Coordinated GP-12 activities and calibrated inspection equipment.
Accounts Receivable Analyst
Shiloh de México
11.2007 - 03.2009
- Recovered over 60% of overdue accounts.
- Managed international accounts and reporting systems.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Instituto Tecnológico De Saltillo
Saltillo Coahuila Mexico01.2009
No Degree - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Autónoma De Coahuila
01.2010
A.S. - Marketing
Universidad Tecnológica de Coahuila
01.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- SAP
- Quality Tools: PPAP, APQP, FMEA, IMDS, Control Plans
- Testing: Weld, Push-out, Cutting, GM, FORD, VOLVO, FCA interiors testing standards
- ISO/TS 16949 Internal Auditor
- OEMs warranty system Chrysler, GM, Nissan, Ford, Honda, BMW, Toyota
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
Accomplishments
- Achieved 100% invoiced and payment received on programs under my responsibility.
- Successfully implementation of a new verification method HD04 for GM headliners, improving the Customer original method of no A surface access.
- Positive negotiation of warranty reduction % application FORD programs, getting a reduction between .8% to 2% of the original assigned criteria.
- Significant cost reduction of external cost in product testing by improving internal lab efficiency developing and implementing custom build testing equipement.
- Identified 80% and eliminated at lest 30% of the misregistred non quality cost in the Nafta territory for the Headliner BU.
Languages
Spanish: Native
English: Fluent
Timeline
NAFTA MQA Manufacturing Quality Assurance
Antolin
02.2021 - 11.2024
Sr. Advance Quality Engineer
Grupo Antolin North America
01.2017 - 02.2021
Advance Quality Engineer
Grupo Antolin North Ameria
01.2016 - 02.2017
Process Engineer
Grupo Antolin Silao
08.2012 - 02.2014
Quality Engineer
Faurecia Interior Systems
08.2010 - 08.2012
Quality Engineer
Shiloh de México
03.2009 - 08.2010
Accounts Receivable Analyst
Shiloh de México
11.2007 - 03.2009
A.S. - Marketing
Universidad Tecnológica de Coahuila
BBA - Business Administration
Instituto Tecnológico De Saltillo
No Degree - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Autónoma De Coahuila
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