OMAR MARTÍNEZ ANDRADE
AUSTIN,MN
Summary
Industrial Engineer with over 20 years of experience leading quality management and process optimization initiatives. Expertise in conducting ISO audits and driving compliance improvements, resulting in enhanced operational efficiencies. Proven ability to foster team development and implement data-driven strategies in high-pressure environments.
Overview
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Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Leader, Quality Process Engineering
Quality Approaching Management Business
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Implemented quality systems for ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards.
- Led audit team with growth-oriented objectives and developed strategies for quality improvement.
- Led training programs for internal auditors on ISO 9001/14001/45001 standards to enhance compliance and audit effectiveness.
- Perform remote/on-site audits for ISO 9001/14001/45001, plan and conduct assessment activities, review audit reports.
- Provided consulting services for implementation and accreditation of quality management systems under ISO 9001 and 14001 standards for municipal governments in Santander de Quilichao, Villa Rica, and Caloto.
Strategy Planning Leader
The Unit for the Attention and Integral Reparation to the Victims
06.2011 - 11.2024
- Lead the processes of the quality management system under ISO 9001/14001/45001/30301/27001 standards.
- Monitored quality management system processes to ensure compliance with established standards, enhancing operational integrity.
- Led internal audits with work team to identify areas for improvement and reinforce compliance.
- Lead teams in the continuous improvement of processes and the enhancement of planned actions.
- Oversaw and managed administrative performance indicators to track effectiveness and inform decision-making.
Teacher
SENA
03.2007 - 06.2011
- Guided students in implementing ISO 9001/14001/45001/21001 standards to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Lead improvement projects in companies within the sector focused on integrated quality systems under ISO 9001 and 14001 standards.
- Led interdisciplinary continuous improvement projects for regional companies, optimizing quality management systems.
- Supervised statistical quality control projects, ensuring adherence to standards and enhancing project outcomes.
Operations Leader
SGS Colombia
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Led commercial processes for third-party audits in region for ISO 9001/14001/45001/13485 standards, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
- Conducted ISO 9001 audits to evaluate compliance with quality management standards.
- Lead the work team focused on operational improvement and control.
- Supported certification processes for BASC operations in Ecuador, Venezuela, and Peru, facilitating regional compliance and operational readiness.
- Monitored HACCP process, inspecting and controlling BASC (Business Alliance for Secure Commerce) containers to maintain security standards.
Lead Auditor
Grupo Calidad Integral
02.2000 - 01.2003
- Consulted on quality management systems for companies achieving compliance with ISO 9001/14001/45001/27001/13485 standards.
- Conduct second- and third-party audits under ISO 9001.
- Provide professional guidance and training for internal quality auditors in ISO 9001/14001/45001 standards.
- Advised on implementation of quality management systems in Clínica Bellatriz (Pasto, Colombia) and Emquilichao (Santander de Quilichao, Colombia), enhancing operational compliance.
- Provided consulting services for implementation of ISO 21001 educational standard in 14 educational institutions in Cali, Colombia, improving educational quality management.
Engineering Production Leader
Medident Ltda.
02.1998 - 02.2000
- Led production processes and managed product quality while overseeing production and continuous improvement team.
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure efficient workflow.
- Coordinated team tasks to optimize operational efficiency and safety.
- Trained new staff on production protocols and equipment usage.
Industrial Engineering Leader
Woff Products
07.1996 - 01.1998
- Planned and optimized resources for sustainability, supported continuous improvement initiatives, and ensured product quality and efficiency.
Education
Postgraduate studies in Quality Engineering and Industrial Systems -
Tecnológico De Monterrey
Mexico09-2026
Specialization in Bioengineering -
Universidad Autónoma de Occidente
Colombia06-2011
Industrial Engineering -
Universidad Autónoma de Occidente
03-1996
Skills
- Process Engineering & Optimization
- Lead Auditor for Audits ISO 9001
- Process Control (DCS/PLC)
- ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 Systems
- HACCP
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Continuous Improvement
- Excel
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Auditing Processes against ISO Standards
- Statistical analysis
Certification
- IRCA International Lead Auditor - Quality Systems
- HSEQ Auditor - Quality Forum Latin America
- ISO 45001 Auditor
- Six Sigma & Agile Methodologies (practical experience)
Languages
- Spanish
- English, C1 Proficiency
- Spanish, Native
Timeline
Operations Leader, Quality Process Engineering
Quality Approaching Management Business
11.2024 - 06.2025
Strategy Planning Leader
The Unit for the Attention and Integral Reparation to the Victims
06.2011 - 11.2024
Teacher
SENA
03.2007 - 06.2011
Operations Leader
SGS Colombia
01.2003 - 01.2007
Lead Auditor
Grupo Calidad Integral
02.2000 - 01.2003
Engineering Production Leader
Medident Ltda.
02.1998 - 02.2000
Industrial Engineering Leader
Woff Products
07.1996 - 01.1998
Postgraduate studies in Quality Engineering and Industrial Systems -
Tecnológico De Monterrey
Specialization in Bioengineering -
Universidad Autónoma de Occidente
Industrial Engineering -
Universidad Autónoma de Occidente