Omar Setka, MBA
Mountain View,CA
Summary
Executive leader with a proven track record of building and scaling global operations, engineering, quality and supply chain functions. Led operational expansion across APAC, including full facility launch in Malaysia, regulatory approvals, and integration into global infrastructure. Generated over $10M in new revenue and increased throughput by 25% by expanding manufacturing capacity and implementing AI-powered analytics, lean systems, and advanced automation. Brings strong technical fluency across advanced manufacturing, quality systems, and real-time process control. Experienced in leveraging machine learning and predictive tools to enhance yield, reduce downtime, and drive data-driven decision-making.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Director, Global Operations & Engineering
Pacific Rubber & Packing, Inc.
San Carlos, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Serve as the top operational executive across all business units, leading global operations, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain across North America and APAC with full P&L ownership. Drive scale, execution, and cross-border integration to accelerate growth, expand margins, and position the organization for global readiness.
- Architected and led the expansion into Asia, launching a fully integrated manufacturing and distribution hub in Malaysia to support global scale and trade efficiency.
- Generated over $10M in new revenue and increased throughput by 25% by deploying advanced automation, AI-powered analytics, and lean execution frameworks.
- Transformed operational infrastructure to support multi-site scale, reduce cost-to-serve, and enable responsive, data-driven production.
- Built high-performance cross-functional teams and drove alignment across engineering, production, and executive leadership to achieve aggressive growth and margin targets.
Executive Director
Pacific Rubber & Packing Sdn Bhd
01.2024 - Current
- Built and launched the Malaysia division from the ground up, including site selection, facility construction, regulatory approvals, staffing, systems integration, and cross-border supply chain execution.
- Positioned the site as a strategic APAC manufacturing and logistics hub by aligning operations with government, customs, and international compliance standards.
- Reduced inbound freight costs by 30% through regional supplier development, dual-sourcing, and localization of critical components.
- Implemented Lean, 5S, and visual management systems to increase efficiency and establish traceability from raw material to finished goods.
- Established a scalable model for global expansion, enabling organization to replicate footprint strategy and mitigate supply chain risk across future sites.
Director, Global Quality & Engineering
Pacific Rubber & Packing
San Carlos, CA
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Lead enterprise-level global operations by aligning Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Assembly into a unified, performance-driven structure.
- Drive strategic initiatives that improve scalability, reduce operational complexity, and ensure alignment with corporate growth objectives.
- Develop and implement global expansion strategies that integrate advanced manufacturing capabilities with emerging technologies and evolving industry standards.
- Deploy automation, AI-powered analytics, predictive maintenance systems, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to increase throughput and reduce machine downtime by 25%.
- Build and manage a resilient global supplier network by implementing supply chain risk management, dual sourcing, and supplier development programs.
- Enhance product quality, yield, and customer satisfaction by embedding QMS practices and data-driven decision-making across cross-functional teams.
Sr. Manager, Global Quality & Engineering
Pacific Rubber & Packing
San Carlos, CA
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided strategic leadership to Quality and Engineering teams, aligning operational initiatives with corporate objectives and global standards.
- Rolled out Lean KPI metrics across departments to reduce waste, cycle times, and quality escapes—resulting in measurable gains in efficiency and delivery.
- Managed a portfolio of over 40 CMOs and partners, improving supplier compliance, quality scorecard performance, and on-time product release.
- Directed a cross-functional team of 30 in the successful implementation and certification of ISO 9001-compliant QMS, reducing compliance risk and audit prep time.
- Standardized processes across departments to support scale-up initiatives, reduce variability, and improve visibility across core manufacturing operations.
- Led product quality improvement efforts through root cause initiatives and SPC controls, reducing variation and elevating customer satisfaction.
Manager, Global Quality & Engineering
Pacific Rubber & Packing
San Carlos, CA
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Directed quality engineering efforts that reduced process variation and improved product reliability, supporting corporate goals for quality excellence.
- Implemented corrective actions using complaint analysis and risk mitigation strategies, resulting in measurable reductions in customer returns.
- Developed and deployed core quality processes across Production, Packaging, Shipping/Receiving, and Engineering, improving throughput and defect containment.
- Established yield, scrap, and operational performance metrics to drive data-based decisions and improve cross-functional visibility.
- Supported audits, nonconforming material investigations, RMAs, ESD compliance, and QMS administration, contributing to full audit success.
- Identified and addressed yield loss drivers through metric-based reporting and process refinements, improving overall production efficiency.
Sr. Quality Engineer
Calmax Technology
Santa Clara, CA
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Led quality initiatives for high-volume semiconductor and precision manufacturing programs, driving resolution of systemic issues through advanced CAPA and risk mitigation.
- Reduced Cost of Quality (COQ) by 15% by deploying automated tracking, supplier dashboards, and data-driven supplier management strategies.
- Cut scrap by over 50% through process audits, control plan enforcement, and parameter optimization.
- Supported predictive quality through Python-based analytics, identifying failure patterns and optimizing inspection protocols.
- Served as key quality lead for external audits and internal escalations, driving closure of chronic issues.
- Supervised and mentored a team of Quality Engineers and Quality Technicians to execute root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality system improvements.
Quality Engineer
Calmax Technology
Santa Clara, CA
03.2019 - 06.2022
- Owned corrective action processes, customer-facing SCARs, and internal 8D investigations, improving response time and recurrence control.
- Reduced repeat quality issues by 25% by redesigning MRB and RCCA workflows with real-time metrics and improved cross-functional ownership.
- Partnered with customer quality and supplier teams to drive defect containment and resolve complex field failures.
- Developed and enforced Process Control Plans (PCPs) and Best Known Methods (BKMs), increasing process stability and operator consistency.
- Maintained preferred vendor status by improving turnaround time, reporting quality, and audit responsiveness.
- Provided guidance to Quality Engineers and Technicians on issue resolution, documentation standards, and compliance with QMS requirements.
MRB Engineer
Calmax Technology
Santa Clara, CA
03.2019 - 05.2022
- Managed nonconforming material processes across departments, ensuring timely disposition and traceability of high-risk components.
- Reduced scrap costs by 15% and repeat defect rates by 25% through data-driven analysis and disposition trend reporting.
- Developed and maintained automated tools to track MRB volume, material status, and resolution cycles, improving visibility and accountability.
- Collaborated with quality, engineering, and supply chain teams to drive root cause identification and support continuous improvement.
- Supported internal audit readiness and quality system compliance through standardized documentation and reporting processes.
Assembly Integration Engineer
Calmax Technology
Santa Clara, CA
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Led final assembly, integration, and functional validation for high-complexity optical and electromechanical systems.
- Supported rapid prototyping and debug of new product builds, including key contributions to Google Street View platform development.
- Automated test procedures using Python and C++, reducing test cycle times and improving data accuracy.
- Partnered with design and manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency, reduce rework, and ensure system-level performance.
- Introduced layout and process improvements that increased line throughput and minimized inspection bottlenecks.
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration
San Jose State University
San Jose, CABachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management
San Jose State University
San Jose, CACertification
- ISO 9001:2015 Internal Assessor Certification Including a Focus on ISO 19011:2018
- Lean Manufacturing and 6S Certification
- Advanced 8D Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis Certification
Timeline
Sr. Director, Global Operations & Engineering
Pacific Rubber & Packing, Inc.
11.2024 - Current
Executive Director
Pacific Rubber & Packing Sdn Bhd
01.2024 - Current
Director, Global Quality & Engineering
Pacific Rubber & Packing
01.2024 - 11.2024
Sr. Manager, Global Quality & Engineering
Pacific Rubber & Packing
10.2023 - 01.2024
Manager, Global Quality & Engineering
Pacific Rubber & Packing
02.2023 - 10.2023
Sr. Quality Engineer
Calmax Technology
06.2022 - 02.2023
Quality Engineer
Calmax Technology
03.2019 - 06.2022
MRB Engineer
Calmax Technology
03.2019 - 05.2022
Assembly Integration Engineer
Calmax Technology
03.2017 - 03.2019
MBA - Master of Business Administration
San Jose State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management
San Jose State University