Roberto Cadena
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Dynamic Manufacturing and Process Control Manager skilled in driving impactful process improvements and optimizing engineering change control. Successfully led cross-functional teams to reduce implementation cycle times and enhance documentation management, resulting in improved operational efficiency and product quality.
Overview
2
2
Languages
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Process, Test and Documentation Control Manager
BSU Inc.
Austin, Texas
03.2024 - Current
- Managed team of 6+ engineers and technicians across India and Mexico, overseeing departmental budget and workload coordination.
- Supervised engineering documentation processes in ERP system, ensuring timely processing of engineering change orders and production order releases.
- Established manufacturing effective dates to synchronize change implementation across teams.
- Supported new product introduction through test development, process validation, and production ramp-up.
- Designed automated test systems for electronic assemblies, enhancing test accuracy and coverage while decreasing defects.
- Analyzed defects and implemented corrective actions, enhancing yield and minimizing losses.
- Conducted root cause analysis on hardware failures, reducing yield losses and equipment downtime.
- Digitized SMT placement programs, reducing manual workload by approximately eighty percent.
Test Engineer
BSU Inc.
Austin, Texas
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Performed hardware validation and production testing for PCB assemblies, supporting high-volume manufacturing efficiency.
- Developed and executed functional and in-circuit test procedures for PCB assemblies, enhancing product reliability.
- Troubleshot PCBA failures to component level using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and logic analyzers.
- Analyzed test yield data and failure trends to identify root causes, leading to implementation of corrective actions.
Document Control Engineer
BSU Inc.
Austin, Texas
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Streamlined documentation and change control processes, enhancing overall workflow efficiency and reducing bottlenecks.
- Coordinated with manufacturing and engineering teams to implement changes effectively, facilitating smooth operations.
- Processed engineering change orders and controlled documents, ensuring regulatory compliance and accuracy.
BIM Coordinator/AUTOCAD Drafter
Central Air and Heating Services
Harlingen, Texas
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Coordinated the development and management of Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes for multidisciplinary projects.
- Conducted clash detection and resolution in BIM environments, minimizing construction conflicts and assessing vendor performance in low-cost countries.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure design accuracy and adherence to specifications.
- Created detailed AutoCAD drawings and 3D models to support design and construction documentation.
- Maintained comprehensive project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and design changes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Trained team members on BIM software and best practices, fostering enhanced collaboration and productivity.
- Participated in project meetings, providing technical insights and updates on BIM coordination efforts.
Product Change Control Coordinator
Caterpillar
Monterrey, Mexico
06.2017 - 02.2019
- Ensured adherence to change control procedures and quality standards throughout projects.
- Coordinated engineering data distribution to guarantee completeness and meet project deadlines.
- Updated manufacturing process instructions in MES systems to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Facilitated virtual build and model review processes to improve team collaboration and project outcomes.
- Assisted in resolving issues for major engineering releases and changes.
- Provided technical assistance to analysts and technicians during release cycles.
Product Design – Integration Engineer
Industrias John Deere
Monterrey, Mexico
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to transition products from concept to successful production launch.
- Designed, developed, and tested new products, enhancing functionality of existing offerings.
- Ensured products adhered to quality, functionality, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Documented designs using Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) to ensure compliance and quality.
- Utilized CAD software for layout analysis and technical proposals.
- Partnered with internal and external stakeholders, including third-party testing facilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Engineering
Universidad Autónoma De Nuevo Leon - Facultad De Ingenieria Mecánica Y Eléctrica
Monterrey, Mexico01-2017
Skills
- New product introduction
- Engineering change management
- Validation control
- Defect inspection
- Lean manufacturing
- Statistical process control
- BOM and PDM management
- ERP systems
- Process improvement strategies
- Data analysis techniques
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team leadership
- Problem solving skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Process, Test and Documentation Control Manager
BSU Inc.
03.2024 - Current
Test Engineer
BSU Inc.
03.2022 - 02.2024
Document Control Engineer
BSU Inc.
03.2021 - 02.2022
BIM Coordinator/AUTOCAD Drafter
Central Air and Heating Services
03.2019 - 02.2021
Product Change Control Coordinator
Caterpillar
06.2017 - 02.2019
Product Design – Integration Engineer
Industrias John Deere
08.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Engineering
Universidad Autónoma De Nuevo Leon - Facultad De Ingenieria Mecánica Y Eléctrica