VBA
Arturo Gerardo Torres Luna
Quality expert
Apodaca,NLE
Summary
Quality, Statistics, and Continuous Improvement leader with 25+ years of experience driving operational excellence and advancing quality strategies in manufacturing and engineering. Recognized for expertise in Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA), Six Sigma, and statistical process modeling to achieve business objectives. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, eliminate customer complaints, reduce defects, and deliver multimillion-dollar savings while ensuring compliance with IATF 16949 and AIAG standards.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Statistical and Quality Consultant and Instructor
Qualistat
12.2013 - Current
- Designed and delivered specialized corporate training programs on Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA), Root Cause Analysis, Problem-Solving methodologies, and Applied Statistics, strengthening technical capabilities across engineering and quality teams. Trained 3,000+ professionals across 90+ companies.
- Supported organizations in resolving Measurement System Analysis (MSA) issues, ensuring reliability and accuracy of data for decision-making. Reduced measurement errors in suspect parts by 90% and cut re-evaluation labor hours by 50%.
- Led validation of laboratory statistical methods and conducted Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize manufacturing processes, reduce variability, and improve product quality. Achieved approval of 4 new analytical methods, reduced product defects by 65%, cut downtime due to process adjustments by 50%, decreased waste from process weaknesses, and generated cost savings of $200K.
- Implemented structured problem-solving systems (8D, RCA) across multiple organizations, driving sustainable corrective actions and a continuous improvement culture. Successfully eliminated 40+ customer complaints, including cases that placed companies under CS1 and CS2 status.
- Guided cross-functional teams in revising and developing Process FMEAs and Control Plans, improving risk management and compliance with IATF 16949 and AIAG standards. Delivered documentation for 25+ product families, leading to PPAP approvals and resolution of nonconformities.
- Deployed Statistical Process Control (SPC) systems to monitor critical parameters, reduce defects, increase process stability, and ensure compliance with customer requirements. Implemented SPC in 5 companies, reducing defects by 30% and securing PPAP approvals on 15+ occasions.
- Developed reinspection and containment methods for suspect product, minimizing customer impact and preventing defective parts from reaching production lines. Achieved 100% elimination of repeat nonconformance issues with customers.
Maintenance control manager
Grupo Senda
11.2012 - 11.2013
- Directed statistical analysis of maintenance KPIs to identify performance gaps, improve process quality, and support data-driven decision-making, resulting in a 15% increase in maintenance efficiency and more accurate reporting for operational and managerial decisions.
- Led root cause analysis (RCA) of recurring fleet failures, implementing corrective and preventive actions that improved reliability, reduced downtime, and enhanced product/service quality, conducting 30+ RCAs and reducing fleet downtime by 18%, preventing repeated failures and minimizing operational disruption.
- Implemented Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) strategies, strengthening preventive maintenance systems, increasing asset availability, and aligning maintenance practices with continuous improvement and quality objectives, applied to a fleet of 860 units, cutting corrective maintenance by 10% and boosting overall equipment availability.
Statistical support manager
Nemak
11.2002 - 11.2012
- Internal consultant in statistics and data analysis.
- Developed analytical tools for quality and production areas.
- Built models to forecast the time-to-failure of products.
- Administrator of the company's operational information system.
- Led and couched Six Sigma projects.
- Monitored and managed key quality indicators.
- Key contributor to ISO/TS-16949 certification and metrology area.
Product and process engineer
Philips Lighting
08.1998 - 11.2002
- Developed products and processes for the North American market.
- Reduced waste through robust design.
- Internal ISO-9001 auditor.
Product engineer
Denso
07.1997 - 08.1998
- APQP coordinator and responsible for FMEA.
- Led process development and Japan-Mexico technology transfer.
- Designed plant layout and validated QS-9000 compliance.
Education
Master's - applied statistics
Tec de Monterrey
08.2000 - 05.2004
Bachelor's - industrial physics
Tec de Monterrey
08.1992 - 05.1997
Skills
Applied statistics
Mathematical modeling
Multivariate analysis
Experimental design
Statistical validation
Data visualization
Exploratory data analysis
Inferential statistics
Six sigma
Core Tools
Continuous improvement methodologies
Root cause analysis
Certification
Certified APQP/PPAP specialist, AIAG
Value For Data Science Teams
- Translates operational needs into interpretable statistical models.
- Evaluates assumptions, validates and improves predictive models.
- Provides expertise in inference, sampling design, and statistical control.
- Ideal collaborator for technical teams requiring deep statistical expertise in industrial processes.
Software
Minitab
Timeline
Statistical and Quality Consultant and Instructor
Qualistat
12.2013 - Current
Maintenance control manager
Grupo Senda
11.2012 - 11.2013
Statistical support manager
Nemak
11.2002 - 11.2012
Master's - applied statistics
Tec de Monterrey
08.2000 - 05.2004
Product and process engineer
Philips Lighting
08.1998 - 11.2002
Product engineer
Denso
07.1997 - 08.1998
Bachelor's - industrial physics
Tec de Monterrey
08.1992 - 05.1997