David Hernandez
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dynamic Manufacturing Engineer with 8+ years of experience adept at completing demanding projects within crucial timelines. Thorough, detail- and process-oriented, with strong follow-through skills. Known for analyzing situations and quickly implementing innovative resolutions. Proficient in array of continuous improvement tools, centered on lean manufacturing methodologies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Senneca Holdings
Irving, Texas
12.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented new processes to improve product quality and reduce costs.
- Analyzed process data to identify areas for improvement, made recommendations, and implemented changes accordingly.
- Created process documentation, including work instructions, flow charts, control plans, and visual aids.
- Performed root cause analysis on manufacturing issues to determine corrective actions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of process improvements.
- Conducted Kaizen events to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
- Monitored production operations for compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Assisted in the development of training programs for operators on new or modified production methods.
- Developed and implemented lean initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance quality.
- Designed jigs, fixtures, molds, dies, tools., as needed for efficient operation of machines and processes.
- Utilized statistical process control techniques to monitor process stability over time.
- Implemented 5S workplace organization system for improved safety, productivity, and visual control.
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Emerson Process Management
Sherman, Texas
06.2021 - Current
- Identify manufacturing cost reductions and provide ROI justifications for change
- Execute LEAN manufacturing techniques and design
- Optimize workflow and cell designs and introduce cost-effective automation for productivity and safety advantages
- Track and execute cost reduction for process improvements
- Support manufacturing areas by troubleshooting problems
- Develop and implement project plans to achieve manufacturing 4.0
- Managed capital projects up to 4MM
- Achievement: Implementing a Modula Vertical Lift Module for material handling leading to $170K annual savings
- Increasing inventory accuracy from 65% to 99% in one manufacturing area
- Successful transition for a parts warehouse from Ohio to Sherman- automating every step of the process resulting in a 200%increase in efficiency.
Process Engineer
Hollman Inc
Irving, Texas
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Improve manufacturing process
- Initiate process for capturing scrap data
- Create and update and edit process documentation (SOPs)
- Implement 5s methodology.
Manufacturing Engineer
RBC Bearings
Reynosa, Tamaulipas
07.2017 - 03.2020
- Drive production efforts in manufacturing and new product introduction within the aerospace industry to meet the needs of AS9100 quality system from product design and transfer to production
- Create and modify CNC programs for lathes and millings using Mastercam
- Develop, implement, validate, and maintain methods and processes through production processes
- Identify, design, implement and maintain continuous improvements projects in manufacturing through the data analysis and process capability calculation
- Responsible for quoting components labor, set up, Ov's and tooling for the aerospace and industrial division
- Participate and collaborate on internal corrective actions and customer corrective actions using 8D methodology and 5Whys
- Troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment
- Create, update, and edit process documentation (SOPs, PFMEA, Control Plan) for new and actual products
- Design fixtures and tooling that facilitates the manufacturing and improves the production for required part numbers using 2D and 3D tools such as SolidWorks
- Create, update, and maintain BOMs, part numbers and routers
- Achievement: Accomplished 38% process time cycle reduction from 59 seconds to 40 for a high demand component, resulting in $146K annual labor savings for the company
- Completed 41% process cycle time reduction with the implementation of a cutting tool, resulting in $23K annual savings for the company
- Lead a continuous improvement project to automate a production line with the installation of a bar feeder resulting in a cycle time reduction of 5 min and 5% scrap reduction in material.
Manufacturing Engineer
Humanetics Precision Metal Works
Mcallen, Texas
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Create and modify CNC programs for turret punch press using AP100US
- Participate in kaizen events to develop improvement projects
- Reduce scrap and process cycle time by identifying and removing unnecessary steps
- Design special tools and fixtures on SolidWorks software.
Education
Master of Science in Engineering Management -
The University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley
04-2025
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Software Track -
The University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Lean Six Sigma
- Process Improvement
- Manufacturing 40
- Value Stream Mapping
- Budget Management
- Facilities Layout Design
- Root Cause Analysis
- Cost Reduction Programs
- Business Analytics
- Bilingual with fluency in Spanish and English (read, write and speak)
Certification
- 11/01/20, Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification, Technical University of Munich (TUM) Via edX
- In Process, Black Belt Six Sigma, ASQ
Personal Information
Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Implementing a Modula Vertical Lift Module for material handling leading to $170K annual savings.
- Increasing inventory accuracy from 65% to 93% in one manufacturing area.
- Successful transition for a parts warehouse from Ohio to Sherman- automating every step of the process resulting in a 200%increase in efficiency.
- Accomplished 38% process time cycle reduction from 59 seconds to 40 for a high demand component, resulting in $146K annual labor savings for the company
- • Completed 41% process cycle time reduction with the implementation of a cutting tool, resulting in $23K annual savings for the company
- Lead a continuous improvement project to automate a production line with the installation of a bar feeder resulting in a cycle time reduction of 5 min and 5% scrap reduction in material.
Timeline
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Senneca Holdings
12.2023 - Current
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Emerson Process Management
06.2021 - Current
Process Engineer
Hollman Inc
10.2020 - 06.2021
Manufacturing Engineer
RBC Bearings
07.2017 - 03.2020
Manufacturing Engineer
Humanetics Precision Metal Works
10.2016 - 07.2017
Master of Science in Engineering Management -
The University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Software Track -
The University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley
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