Nomar A Santiago Torres

- Co-developed the Statement of Requirements (SOR), scope of work, supporting documentation, and engaged in contractor negotiation discussions to secure a Purchase Order (PO) for the HFV6 block cast line conversion to the Gen V+ L87 block cast line at SMCO.

- Participated in cell layout design reviews and quickly familiarized myself with casting procedures to support equipment installation.

- Served as a key information resource for contractors, facilitating the smooth installation of equipment and file management systems (ACC) between contractor and GM.

- Led efforts to update lockout placards for new and existing cells across the core tending, casting, and finishing lines.

- Executed necessary tasks to achieve red, yellow, and soon green tags for core tending cells

- Led the completion of PPAP documentation for the GEN2 PowerCube Launch at BBAP, preparing essential documents such as torque capability, error proofing validation, operator instructions, control plans, and RPLS/RPL1 discussions.

- Collaborated with the process team to develop the PFMEA for assembly, utilizing predefined assembly procedures. Identified potential failure effects and their severity and developed effective error proofing methods tailored to the unique requirements of the PowerCube.

- Formulated the vision inspection strategy, working closely with Vichine to develop inspection programs and programming SQS software to implement checks.

- Partnered with Atlas Copco to develop torque programs for all operations, gaining extensive knowledge of Atlas equipment, including torque arms, ILG/ILT/ILS systems, socket holders and supporting equipment, and becoming proficient in using SQS software.

- Led floor optimization initiatives, identified organizational solutions to enhance operator workflow, and implemented necessary actions to ensure effective execution of these solutions.

- Contributed to the Continuous Improvement (CI) committee by reporting on improvement opportunities identified in the lower underbody zones A and B for Hummer Body-in-White (BIW). Identified recurring issues and cycle time delays, and collaborated with operators and relevant stakeholders to determine root causes and solutions.

- Participated in G-Risk assessments and assisted in preparations to achieve red, yellow, and green tags

- Employed CAD and die machine simulation software to evaluate multiple die designs. Analyzed clamping forces applied to the die, configured simulations with diverse variables and presets, examined predicted wear patterns on CAD, and compared these predictions to actual physical wear. Determined the optimal setup for achieving the most accurate results.

- Utilized body panel CAD designs to create die designs and determine manufacturing viability

- Analyzed anomalies in tool data logs, created library with errors and their solutions.

- Revised tool maintenance manuals between factories and merged the best of both into one.

- Examined tool limits and determined it could be extended for more use before its scheduled maintenance.