Eduardo Santoscoy
Fort Wayne
Summary
A seasoned professional with 27 years of experience in the industry, focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence. Skilled in team building and operational auditing, I foster a culture of excellence, driving quality and safety while aligning production with market demands.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Manager
WEG Electric Corp
McHenry, Il
05.2021 - Current
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends in workplace injuries or near-misses; implemented corrective actions accordingly.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Coordinated with sales department to align production with market demand.
- Enhanced plant productivity by streamlining operational processes.
- Led introduction of new technology to automate and improve production processes.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
QUALITY MANAGER
WEG Electric Corp
Bluffton, IN
07.2009 - 04.2021
- Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
- Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration, ensuring seamless communication between departments regarding quality matters.
- Conducted thorough audits to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance consistently.
- Provided training to employees on best practices in quality management, fostering a culture of excellence within the organization.
- Maintain ATEX/IECEx/Inmetro Quality Systems for product approval
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by monitoring and addressing customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
- Coordinated with R&D department to incorporate quality considerations in early stages of product development.
TOTAL QUALITY MANAGER
Sensata Technologies
Matamoros, México
09.2006 - 06.2009
- Evaluated quality problems and performed assessments to identify and resolve issues.
- Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Coordinated and oversaw periodic audits to evaluate product quality and safety and address non-conformances.
- Management representative of ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 systems.
- Led cross-functional teams in root cause analysis, identifying and rectifying sources of quality deviation.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by monitoring and addressing customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT
Sensata Technologies
Matamoros, México
01.2005 - 04.2006
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by participating in Six Sigma projects aimed at reducing waste within the workplace environment.
- Mentored team members on Six Sigma principles, fostering a mindset of constant learning and development among staff members.
- Identified process improvement opportunities using Six Sigma techniques
- Promoted continuous improvement culture within the organization through regular participation in Six Sigma initiatives aimed at streamlining workflow processes.
MANUFACTURING SR. ENGINEER
Sensata Technologies
Matamoros, México
07.2002 - 12.2004
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining engineering processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Monitored employee performance to keep projects on task.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance in best practices and fostering professional growth opportunities.
- Delivered high-quality products by collaborating closely with sales teams to understand customer needs and translate them into viable solutions.
- Lead product Engineers on improvement projects and scrap reduction activities for their production lines
- Responsible for training program for trainers.
PROCESS & MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Sensata Technologies
Matamoros, México
05.1998 - 07.2002
- Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
- Improved manufacturing efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean methodologies.
- Reduced production downtime through proactive maintenance scheduling and timely equipment repairs.
- Increased capacity utilization by identifying bottlenecks within the production process and implementing targeted improvements.
- Transfer leader for any new products and production lines.
Education
Industrial Engineering
UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE TAMAULIPAS
Tamaulipas, Mexico06-1996
Skills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Project management
- Production planning
- Continuous improvement
- Team building and development
- Training programs
- Six sigma
- Operational auditing
- Decision-making
- ISO standards
Certification
Six Sigma
Internal ISO Auditor
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Plant Manager
WEG Electric Corp
05.2021 - Current
QUALITY MANAGER
WEG Electric Corp
07.2009 - 04.2021
TOTAL QUALITY MANAGER
Sensata Technologies
09.2006 - 06.2009
SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT
Sensata Technologies
01.2005 - 04.2006
MANUFACTURING SR. ENGINEER
Sensata Technologies
07.2002 - 12.2004
PROCESS & MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Sensata Technologies
05.1998 - 07.2002
Industrial Engineering
UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE TAMAULIPAS