David Flores Cerda
Síntesis profesional
More than 20 years successfully working with international automotive and nonwoven companies in Industrial Engineering. Focused always on reaching Performance and Reliability Goals. Successful in supplying Leadership to find and apply the correct solution during all critical situations.
Información general
2
2
Languages
9
9
years of post-secondary education
22
22
years of professional experience
Experiencia laboral
External Technical Sales
GRUPO GEMPSA
San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí
2026.04 - 2026.08
- Technical sales for electrical projects, development of low- and medium-voltage electrical projects, Prospect for new clients and develop business opportunities (maintain and grow the client portfolio)
- Met budget targets through responsible planning and resource allocation.
- Planned and executed new strategies to increase sales.
- Developed excellent working knowledge of industry trends and improvements in processes.
Maintenance & Project Coordinator
BONLAM SA DE CV
San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí
2020.06 - 2026.04
- Preventive Maintenance programs, machinery reliability, Corrective Maintenance, root cause analysis of Mechanical and Electrical failures, management of Capital Investment projects, control of maintenance expenses, technical training for personnel
- Cultivated work environment focused on personal responsibility, continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results.
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
- Set accurate budgets based on historical data and forecasted trends to keep operations financially sound.
- Oversaw work of technical and administrative staff who provide support for maintenance operations, and I facilitated key cross-functional collaboration.
- Investigated issues impacting organisational operations and service delivery to understand root causes, prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
Project Engineer
CONTITECH MEXICANA
San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí
2016.09 - 2019.11
- Administration of the budget allocated for the Capital Investment Projects, (Responsible as a project engineer for a plant expansion 2)
- Project Management with the correct implementation in each of its phases, actively participating in kickoff meetings, planning, development of specifications (for defining project scope). Correct execution with follow-up meetings, budget control, and evaluation of assigned tasks with all team members.
- Led the design and implementation of maintenance, investment, and continuous improvement projects, following the required engineering design, evaluation, and implementation process to: Increase production capacity (meet sales demand), Reengineer business processes (improve costs), Optimize safety and improve operational sustainability (optimize uptime), Reduce maintenance costs (maximize reliability)
- Coordinated project plans to execute major upgrades, successfully guiding technical teams in achieving project goals.
- Provided technical support to engineers and customers.
- Archived all project documentation in adherence to document storage procedures.
- Supported in anticipating any potential project risks, identifying and establishing corrective actions.
Project & Facilities Coordinator
BONLAM SA DE CV
San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí
2009.09 - 2016.09
- Follow-up of local projects regarding new acquired by machinery & building construction project – newly, with more than 150 Projects Implemented with very good benefits (New machines, Machines Upgrades, Energy savings, Coordination of building construction work for new projects, implemented improvements and layout changes, Sustaining, etc)
- Head of factory services (lighting, natural gas, compressed air, systems vs fire, HVAC, responsible for infrastructure maintenance, etc.)
- Engineering Development to make improvements to machinery and company equipment.
- Establish Project Request for authorization of new company projects.
- Administration of the budget allocated for the maintenance of the building and plant equipment, creating Purchase Orders for the different services, internal part requests, and materials for various projects.
- Conducted regular reviews of supplier relationships for quality and cost analysis.
- Managed day-to-day communication with maintenance contractors and service providers, acting as principal site contact.
- Managed building and system start-up to accomplish project goals, specifications and contract requirements.
- Completed audits and checks to secure office compliance with current legislation.
Maintenance Supervisor
BONLAM SA DE CV
San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí
2005.01 - 2009.09
- Supervision and coordination of electrical and mechanical maintenance technicians.
- Monitoring of corrective actions taken on machinery, developing accurate root cause analyses to prevent recurrence.
- Monitoring and coordination of activities related to external contracts for equipment troubleshooting (welding, electrical work, natural gas systems, HVAC, etc.).
- Assistance in the implementation of the ISO 9000 system in the maintenance department.
- Management of predictive maintenance (document control, routine equipment inspections, vibration and ultrasound analysis, monitoring of motor testing and maintenance, equipment lubrication control, thermography of electrical panels, and equipment calibration control).
- Implementation of the training plan for maintenance personnel, ensuring proper adherence to procedures and mechanical calibrations.
- Coordinated maintenance plans with operational teams to deliver optimal workplace efficiency.
- Managed planned and reactive maintenance and repairs effectively, limiting operational downtime.
Estudios
Diploma - Certified Project Management
ITESM
Monterrey 2015.08 - 2016.04
Diploma - Electrical Safety based on NFPA 70E
IESRC International Electrical Safety & Reliabilit
San Luis Potosí 2016.01 - 2016.02
Diploma - Finance for Non-Financial Manager
AMA Global, American Management Association
Finance for Non-Financial Manager 2012.09 - 2012.10
Diploma - Autocad Software
Compugente
San Luis Potosí 2011.04 - 2011.05
Diploma - Training of Trainers Based on Labor Competence
ITESM
San Luis Potosí City 2007.06 - 2007.08
Diploma - Learning Styles
ITESM
San Luis Potosí City 2007.06 - 2007.07
Diploma - Training of Trainers
APERIAC
San Luis Potosí 2006.05 - 2006.07
Bachelor´s Degree - Ingeniero en Electrónica
Instituto Tecnologico de San Luis Potosí
San Luis Potosí 2000.01 - 2005.01
Bachelor´s Degree - Técnico en Electrónica
Centro de Bachillerato Industrial y de Serv 121
San Luis Potosí 1994.09 - 1997.07
Competencias
- Familiarity with lean concepts
- Project lifecycle expertise
- Risk analysis techniques
- Scope definition
- Health and Safety regulations
- Knowledge of building codes
- Employee management
- Machinery maintenance
- Quality Assurance
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Preventive maintenance planning
Languages
Spanish
First language
English
Intermedio superior
Cronología
External Technical Sales
GRUPO GEMPSA
2026.04 - 2026.08
Maintenance & Project Coordinator
BONLAM SA DE CV
2020.06 - 2026.04
Project Engineer
CONTITECH MEXICANA
2016.09 - 2019.11
Diploma - Electrical Safety based on NFPA 70E
IESRC International Electrical Safety & Reliabilit
2016.01 - 2016.02
Diploma - Certified Project Management
ITESM
2015.08 - 2016.04
Diploma - Finance for Non-Financial Manager
AMA Global, American Management Association
2012.09 - 2012.10
Diploma - Autocad Software
Compugente
2011.04 - 2011.05
Project & Facilities Coordinator
BONLAM SA DE CV
2009.09 - 2016.09
Diploma - Training of Trainers Based on Labor Competence
ITESM
2007.06 - 2007.08
Diploma - Learning Styles
ITESM
2007.06 - 2007.07
Diploma - Training of Trainers
APERIAC
2006.05 - 2006.07
Maintenance Supervisor
BONLAM SA DE CV
2005.01 - 2009.09
Bachelor´s Degree - Ingeniero en Electrónica
Instituto Tecnologico de San Luis Potosí
2000.01 - 2005.01
Bachelor´s Degree - Técnico en Electrónica
Centro de Bachillerato Industrial y de Serv 121
1994.09 - 1997.07