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.
- 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 metric 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.
- National leader manufacturer of impact resistant windows and doors.
Process Engineer
Kira Labs INC
Pompano Beach, FL
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Utilized Engineering principles on a daily basis to monitor, improve and sustain product quality (Cause and Effect analysis, Fishbone Diagram, 8D problem solving, FMEA analysis).
- Responsible for new and existing product tooling adaptations and capacity reviews.
Operations Engineer
ecoSPIRITS Ltd
Pembroke Pines, FL
09.2022 - 04.2024
- 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.
- Drove improvements from 20% up to 40% OEE through lean manufacturing initiatives.
- CGMP auditor and trainer.
- Staff training on equipment’s utilization, process flow and work instructions.
- Development and maintenance of Jotform’s platforms.
- A circular economy technology company that has developed the world’s first closed loop packaging system for premium spirits and wine.
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.
- Re-design of space layout across the company’s warehouses.
- MSHS specializes in power generation and distribution solutions for all types of prime-movers (diesel, gas, and dual-fuel engines).
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 plant.
- 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.
- Oversaw infrastructure improvements to the facility in accordance to compliance and adherence to cost-effective practices.
- World-class leader in the development and production of high-quality color cosmetics, skin care, hair care, bath & body care products.
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.
- Offers the world textile products within the industries of knits mills, printings, industry laundry and embroidery.
Raw Materials & Warehouse Manager
Spirit Apparel LLC (Subsidiary Varsity Brand)
Caribbean Industrial Park, Dom. Rep.
07.2011 - 05.2014
- Order realization and management.
- MRP, Production-based Materials Projection and Planning.
- Responsible for Production Logistics Transportation and receipts.
- Conducted inventory counts to place bi-weekly orders and verified incoming shipments to invoice.
- Demonstrated leadership by assisting and cooperating with coworkers as needed.
- Manufacturer of athletic apparel, with experience in manufacturing apparel, custom-made team sport uniforms, and athletic wear.
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
Process Engineer
Kira Labs INC
05.2024 - 06.2024
Operations Engineer
ecoSPIRITS Ltd
09.2022 - 04.2024
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