Alejandro Zapata Abdala
Síntesis profesional
Bilingual Operations Manager with 10+ years of leadership in automotive manufacturing, plant operations, quality systems, and global program launches. Proven track record of expanding production capacity by 40%, restoring plant profitability, and directing organizations up to 400 employees across Mexico and the United States. Experienced in multi-site operations, labor relations, strategic planning, and international project execution across North America, Europe, and Asia. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt focused on EBITA improvement, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
Información general
10
10
years of professional experience
Experiencia laboral
Strategic Program Manager
TitanX Engine Cooling de México
03.2025 - Current
- Led international technology transfer programs between Sweden, Mexico, and the United States.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams in Mexico, the U.S., India, and China to ensure successful launches of new products.
- Achieved 100% on-time completion of project critical milestones (Toll Gates).
- Managed high-impact strategic programs for global automotive customers.
Plant Manager
TitanX Engine Cooling de México
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Increased production volume by 40% through successful integration of two new customers.
- Improved key operational metrics: OEE, scrap reduction, 5S deployment, and labor productivity.
- Led cross-functional teams to support rapid plant growth.
- Implemented efficiency initiatives that reduced direct manufacturing costs.
- Strengthened operational execution by aligning objectives and performance metrics across all departments.
Plant Manager
TitanX Engine Cooling Inc.
05.2022 - 02.2024
- Turned around a negative-performing operation to positive EBITA performance.
- Negotiated strategic labor agreements that strengthened operational stability.
- Led seamless integration of new manufacturing programs with customers.
- Improved productivity, quality, and operational efficiency indicators.
- Managed manufacturing operations in a unionized environment.
Production Manager
TitanX Engine Cooling de México
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Consistently surpassed business objectives, averaging 104% of the sales plan for four consecutive years.
- Improved OEE, reduced scrap, and increased productivity.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing and Value Stream Mapping to reduce waste.
- Developed an operational management system based on Action Priority Tasks (APT).
- Ensured production target achievement across multiple customer launches.
Quality Manager
TitanX Engine Cooling de México
12.2016 - 12.2018
- Maintained customer PPM targets for two consecutive years.
- Led internal audits and quality certifications.
- Implemented corrective actions that reduced waste and quality-related costs.
- Strengthened the quality management system under IATF/ISO standards.
Estudios
Six Sigma Black Belt -
IATF 16949 Certifications - Quality Management / Audits
Project Management Certification (PMP) - equivalent
Competencias
- Plant Management
- Operations Management
- P&L Ownership
- EBITA Improvement
- Manufacturing Excellence
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma Black Belt
- Continuous Improvement
- OEE Optimization
- Labor Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Program Management
- Operational Excellence
- TPM
- WCM
- APQP
- IATF 16949 Compliance
- Budget Management
- Team Leadership
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Logros
- 40% increase in production volume
- Managed organizations up to 400 employees
- Turnaround of profitability and EBITA improvement
- International experience across Mexico, United States, Sweden, India, and China
- 100% on-time completion of project milestones
- Average 104% of sales target attainment
- Successful negotiation of union agreements
- Leadership of global technology transfer programs
Información adicional
Certifications or project details (cycle times, defect rates, cost per unit) can strengthen impact. For executive roles, consider an executive summary at the top emphasizing strategic vision, financial impact, and leadership philosophy. If applying in the U.S., indicate work authorization status if applicable.
LANGUAGES
Spanish
English
Professional Skills
- Plant Management
- Operations Management
- P&L Ownership
- EBITA Improvement
- Manufacturing Excellence
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma Black Belt
- Continuous Improvement
- OEE Optimization
- Labor Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Program Management
- Operational Excellence
- TPM
- WCM
- APQP
- IATF 16949 Compliance
- Budget Management
- Team Leadership
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Cronología
Strategic Program Manager
TitanX Engine Cooling de México
03.2025 - Current
Plant Manager
TitanX Engine Cooling de México
03.2024 - 03.2025
Plant Manager
TitanX Engine Cooling Inc.
05.2022 - 02.2024
Production Manager
TitanX Engine Cooling de México
01.2018 - 05.2022
Quality Manager
TitanX Engine Cooling de México
12.2016 - 12.2018