EDWARD CASTILLO
Pembroke Pines,FL
Summary
I help manufacturing organizations to thrive by streamline and improving their processes
Industrial engineering professional with strong foundation in optimizing production processes and improving operational efficiency. Demonstrates expertise in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and quality control. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to evolving project demands. Skilled in data analysis, workflow optimization, and project management, ensuring reliable and consistent results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supplier Quality Engineer
MITER Brands / PGT Innovations
Hialeah, FL
07.2024 - 02.2026
- Drove accountability and improvements through supplier quality audits and use of SCARs/CAPAs
for quality defects, leading to effective corrective and preventive measures.
• Utilized Quality Engineering principles to monitor, improve and sustain product quality (Cause and
Effect analysis, Fishbone Diagram, 8D problem solving, APQP techniques, FMEA analysis, PPAP,
FMEA, Control Plans, Statistical Tolerancing, Gage R&R).
• Coordinated supplier quality initiatives across 13 business divisions (PGT/PGT Glass, MI Windows
and Door, Milgard, WinDoor, CGI, NewSouth Window, Western Windows Systems, Eco Window,
Anlin, Martin Garage, MI Windows and Milgard.
• Developed supplier scorecards metrics and monthly reporting for suppliers (1.5 annual billion
spend).
• Trained suppliers on CAPA using 5 Why's, Is/Is not, fishbone, PDCA, FMEA, Control plans and 8D's.
• Led supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous
improvement initiatives.
Operations Engineer
ecoSPIRITS Ltd
Pembroke Pines, FL
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Commissioning, setup, installation, testing and troubleshooting of equipment's (IQ, OQ, PQ) in
customers facilities/manufacturing sites.
• Project planning, management & development across 10 manufacturing sites in 5 countries.
• SME of company's software assets and mobile apps.
• Facilitated, deployment and training of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) to
ensure a safe and secure workplace.
• CGMP auditor and trainer.
• Staff training on equipment's utilization, process flow and work instructions.
• Development and maintenance of Jotform's platforms.
• Analyzed performance data to identify trends and recommend strategic adjustments
Forex Account Manager / Professional Trader
Self-Employed
09.2021 - 01.2024
Warehouse Manager & Systems Engineering
Motor Services Hugo Stamp
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Warehouse management functions of: Receiving, preparation of internal/external customer orders
and shipping.
• Training development of team members.
• Inventory management and weekly cycle counts.
• Core team member of ERP software implementation: Oracle.
• Implement inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce discrepancies.
• Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and
optimize processes
Process Engineer: Warehouse / Manufacturing-Assembly / NPI
Oxygen Development LLC
Palm Springs, FL
11.2016 - 07.2021
- Warehouse management system (WMS) implementation and core team member.
• Forklift and Infolink management
• Responsible for the deployment and development of Barcoding inventory controls.
• Pre-weigh raw materials processes.
• Oracle ERP software implementation Core Team member
• Quality, Environmental & Safety committee member
• New Product Introduction/Development assessment using engineering principles and risk
management activities
• Increased efficiency by 20% by targeting assembly operations of products and methods using six
sigma techniques.
• Streamlined the installed production capacity by empowering scheduling analysis of orders and
effective resource allocations.
• Mentorship of mechanics staff through effective use of continuous feedback and open
communication.
• Responsible for Calibration and Maintenance of all measurement devices within the plants.
• CGMP auditor and trainer.
• Introduction, assessment & troubleshooting of new equipment's/toolings.
• Validation of primary/secondary and tertiary packaging.
• Responsible of Processes, work instructions, manuals and flowcharts creations or updates.
• Reduced production downtime by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing
corrective actions.
• Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining plant reliability and
minimizing operational disruptions.
Purchasing & Project Manager
Grupo M, S.A.
Santiago, Dom. Rep.
01.2015 - 10.2016
- • International purchases.
• Stock ordering methodologies
• Tooling and in-scope projects items.
• Reduced waste costs in terms of reducing inventoried order entry errors.
• Transition and relocation of department infrastructure and processes to another county.
• Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues
during project execution
Raw Materials & Warehouse Manager
Spirit Apparel LLC (Subsidiary Varsity Brand)
Caribbean Industrial Park, Dom. Rep.
07.2011 - 05.2014
- Use of MRP, Production-based Materials Projection and Planning.
• Responsible for Production Logistics Transportation and receipts.
• Demonstrated leadership by assisting and cooperating with coworkers as needed.
• Oversaw daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient order fulfillment and inventory
management.
• Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for
swift resolution.
• Developed strong team of warehouse employees with comprehensive training programs and
performance evaluations.
• Fostered culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and suggestions from all
team members.
Education
Bachelor's degree of science - Industrial Engineering
PUCMM
Skills
- Quality assurance methodologies
- Warehouse Procedures
- Processes Documentation and Improvements
- Risk Management
- Quality / Detailed Oriented
- Inventory Control and Barcoding
- Emotional Intelligence
- People Development/Training
- Safety/Quality Auditor Expertise
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Teamwork & Supervision
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, SAP, Newsoft, Peoplesoft, Salesforce and Oracle ERP’s
Affiliations
Former member of Rotary Club for Youth Leaders.
Certification
- ASQ CSQP Certified Supplier Quality Engineer Professional
- Six Sigma Green Belt.
- Lean Six sigma.
- CGMP Pharmaceuticals
- HACCP - Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteHybridRemoteSalary Range
$65000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Supplier Quality Engineer
MITER Brands / PGT Innovations
07.2024 - 02.2026
Operations Engineer
ecoSPIRITS Ltd
09.2022 - 05.2024
Warehouse Manager & Systems Engineering
Motor Services Hugo Stamp
05.2022 - 08.2022
Forex Account Manager / Professional Trader
Self-Employed
09.2021 - 01.2024
Process Engineer: Warehouse / Manufacturing-Assembly / NPI
Oxygen Development LLC
11.2016 - 07.2021
Purchasing & Project Manager
Grupo M, S.A.
01.2015 - 10.2016
Raw Materials & Warehouse Manager
Spirit Apparel LLC (Subsidiary Varsity Brand)
07.2011 - 05.2014
Bachelor's degree of science - Industrial Engineering
PUCMM