Carlos A. Gracia
Houston,TX
Summary
Accomplished versatile Engineer with a background on process, production, quality, new launches and maintenance; experience in Root Cause Analysis and Team Collaboration, driving continuous improvement and fostering relationship building.
Achieved significant process optimizations, demonstrating problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Looking for my first job in the US.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Process - Equipment Engineer
Autoliv Mexico East
05.2018 - 07.2024
- Developed assembly process for new Steering wheels programs
- Quoted new assembly lines and equipment refurbishment.
- Led Equipment design reviews with machine build suppliers
- Led Machine buyoffs for new assembly tooling/equipment at supplier and plant facilities
- Design new programs manufacturing process
- Create process flow diagrams, PFMEA's and work instructions
- Interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports for new product development.
- Carried out assigned projects and initiated project observation and research to deliver manufacturable solutions.
- Conducted root cause analyses to determine underlying problems affecting machine performance and reliability.
Project/process Engineer - SQE
DURA de Mexico SA de CV
01.2007 - 05.2018
- Led Machine buyoffs for new assembly tooling/equipment at supplier and plant facilities
- Supported Run@rate activities for customer's approval
- Designed new programs manufacturing process
- Collaborated on interdisciplinary teams to develop creative, cost-effective solutions for complex projects.
- Evaluated vendor proposals for equipment procurement, selecting optimal solutions based on performance requirements.
- Create process flow diagrams, PFMEA's and work instructions
- Supported prototype builds
- Supported APQP process
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
Production Supervisor
KEMET de Mexico, SA de CV
05.2001 - 12.2006
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Task planning and assignment to meet shipping goals on time
- Collaborate on production planning
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
Maintenance Supervisor
Maquinaria Diesel, SA de CV
05.2001 - 02.2004
- Company Overview: Local CATERPILLAR Dealer
- Led service department operations
- Managed Tech team activities
- Planning and execution of preventive and corrective maintenance programs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Manufacturing
Instituto Tecnológico De Matamoros
H. Matamoros, Mexico09-2000
Skills
- Team work
- Proactive
- Leadership and communications
- Fast learning
- Responsible
- Organized
- Focused on results
- Committed to quality
- Continuous improvement
Personal Information
- Age: 47
- Nationality: Mexican
- Visa Status: US Permanent Resident (Green Card) with SSN
- Marital Status: Married (2 children)
Software skills
- Proficient with MS Office (Word, excel, powerpoint)
- Basic AutoCAD
- Autodesk Inventor
- Basic SolidWorks
- Edrawings
Training and additional interests
PFMEA, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, Six sigma green belt, lean manufacturing, MOST (Maynard Operation Sequence Technique), SMED, Kaizen, standardized work workshops, FCA PFMEA, PDR, PPR, PPA, HONDA CMS, GM PFMEA, Run @ rate, Ford capacity planner certified, Customer specific requirements, R/C Model airplanes, video games, listen to music, movies
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Process - Equipment Engineer
Autoliv Mexico East
05.2018 - 07.2024
Project/process Engineer - SQE
DURA de Mexico SA de CV
01.2007 - 05.2018
Production Supervisor
KEMET de Mexico, SA de CV
05.2001 - 12.2006
Maintenance Supervisor
Maquinaria Diesel, SA de CV
05.2001 - 02.2004
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Manufacturing
Instituto Tecnológico De Matamoros
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