Minitab
Martin Baca
Master's Degree In Quality Engineering
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Successful Continuous Improvement Manager with expertise in developing process improvement solutions resulting in better efficiency, safety and quality. Focused on reducing waste by implementing changes in processing based on lean methodology. Driven to monitor performance improvements by developing metrics and tracking systems.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Language
Work History
Launch Manager
Avanzar Interior Technologies At TMMTX
San Antonio, TX
04.2021 - Current
- Technical interface between manufacturing plant team and program management and customer teams.
- Leading plant APQP activities and product validation.
- Leading program finance and budgeting, including material costing, bill-of-material creation, and capital equipment requirements
- Successfully accomplish Zero Recordable accidences, Zero Customer PPMs, 100% On time delivery
Continuous Improvement Manager
Avanzar Interior Technologies
San Antonio, TX
08.2017 - 04.2021
- Managed development and implementation of lean and continuous improvement manufacturing initiatives across production environment
- Applied mass balance, capability analysis and design of experiment to process improvement for overall process overhaul.
- Worked with cross-functional plant teams to develop and implement manufacturing processing improvements and drive quality mindset resulting in 21.7 Million dollar savings on Conversion Cost and Inbound Freight improvements, 432 Projects Completed (Lean, JDI and Six Sigma). Achieved Maturity Level 3.5 on AMS (Adient Manufacturing System)
- Developed custom value stream mapping to monitor production efficiency.
- Mentored and coached 4 CI Coordinator in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement processes.
Continuous Improvement Coordinator
Avanzar Interior Technologies
San Antonio, TX
03.2014 - 08.2017
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Built successful project plans covering objectives, resources and staffing to meet schedules.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Saved $4.8 million dollars by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
Continuous Improvement Manager
MAGNA Exteriors
Cuautitlan, Mexico
07.2013 - 03.2014
- Managed development and implementation of lean and continuous improvement manufacturing initiatives across production environment
- Worked with cross-functional plant teams to develop and implement manufacturing processing improvements and drive quality mindset resulting in 30% space reduction, 40% throughput increase, 40% reduction on quality defects.
- Mentored and coached three Six Sigma black Belts and one Master Black Belt comprising in one facility with 700 employees.
Quality Engineer
Fisher Controls
Sherman, TX
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Implemented Incoming inspection procedures based on C=0 & ASQ ANSI Z1.4 & Z19 & Established Statistical Process Control for key Characteristics
- Developed training protocols in alignment with company quality standards and ISO 9000 regulations.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Designed and developed Skip Lot and Sampling processes on Oracle System
Continuous Improvement Unit Manager
MAGNA Interiors
Toluca, Mexico, Mexico
01.2011 - 08.2011
- Teamed with disciplinary leaders on determining annual operational targets and outlining needed quality improvements.
- Managed development and implementation of lean and continuous improvement manufacturing initiatives across production environment.
- Developed custom value stream mapping to monitor production efficiency.
- Managed team of three Continuous Improvement Coordinators
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
Operations/Launch Project Leader
MAGNA Interiors
Toluca, Mexico, Mexico
05.2010 - 01.2011
- Managed team meetings and discussed project's goals and objectives.
- Observed progress of each project, examined risks and coordinated contingency plans.
- Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
Continuous Improvement Unit Manager
Dana Heavy Axle Mexico
Toluca, Mexico, Mexico
04.2008 - 05.2010
- Teamed with disciplinary leaders on determining annual operational targets and outlining needed quality improvements.
- Managed development and implementation of lean and continuous improvement manufacturing initiatives across production environment.
- Developed custom value stream mapping to monitor production efficiency.
Lean Trainer & Black Belt
Johnson Controls Inc
Toluca, Mexico, Mexico
12.2004 - 04.2008
- Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities.
- Quickly adapted training plans for client needs, keeping timelines, budgets and desires in mind.
- Gathered and organized supplementary material to support structured lessons.
- Performed continuous evaluations of content and plans in order to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness.
Education
Master of Science: Degree - Quality Engineering
UIA: Universidad Iberoamericana
Mexico City 08.2010 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science: Degree - Industrial Engineering
ITT: Toluca Institute of Technology
Toluca, Mexico 09.1988 - 01.1997
Skills
Lean manufacturing concepts
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Toyota Production System (TPS)
Toyota Business Practice (TBP)
Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE)
Toyota Kata
Change Point Management
AIAG Core Tools (PPAP, CP, SPC, AMEF, MSA
Toyota A3
8Ds
Root Cause Analysis
Six Sigma Certification
Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
Kepner & Tregoe Practitioner Certification
Project Management APQP
IATF 16949
Software
CI Trac
Windows
Office
Timeline
Launch Manager
Avanzar Interior Technologies At TMMTX
04.2021 - Current
Continuous Improvement Manager
Avanzar Interior Technologies
08.2017 - 04.2021
Continuous Improvement Coordinator
Avanzar Interior Technologies
03.2014 - 08.2017
Continuous Improvement Manager
MAGNA Exteriors
07.2013 - 03.2014
Quality Engineer
Fisher Controls
01.2012 - 01.2013
Continuous Improvement Unit Manager
MAGNA Interiors
01.2011 - 08.2011
Master of Science: Degree - Quality Engineering
UIA: Universidad Iberoamericana
08.2010 - 07.2012
Operations/Launch Project Leader
MAGNA Interiors
05.2010 - 01.2011
Continuous Improvement Unit Manager
Dana Heavy Axle Mexico
04.2008 - 05.2010
Lean Trainer & Black Belt
Johnson Controls Inc
12.2004 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Science: Degree - Industrial Engineering
ITT: Toluca Institute of Technology
09.1988 - 01.1997