Erick Casillas Meraz
JUAREZ
Summary
Results-driven Technical Transfer Lead with expertise in project management, regulatory compliance, and supply chain optimization. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and drive strategic initiatives across global manufacturing networks.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
3
3
MedTech Companies
5
5
Countries Work Experience
2
2
Languajes
Work History
Technical Transfer Lead
Johnson & Johnson MedTech
JUAREZ
10.2023 - 11.2025
- Accelerated network readiness and scalability through leadership of global technical transfer and manufacturing strategy initiatives across NA, China, and LATAM.
- Optimized external manufacturing partnerships with EMs like Foxconn, Biomerics, and Viant, to enhance supply chain resilience.
- Managed an $80M equipment and tooling program for the launch of a state-of-the-art facility in Grecia, Costa Rica, overseeing installation, validation, and cross-site integration.
- Enhanced end-to-end supply chain performance through coordinated execution with R&D, Quality, and Operations teams.
Interim PMO Director BWI
Johnson & Johnson MedTech
JUAREZ
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed strategic external and internal projects to enhance company capabilities at Biosense Webster.
- Oversaw initiatives, including sterilization capacity increase and direct shipping, to streamline operations.
- Led efforts for compliance with EUMDR and localization for the Chinese market, ensuring regulatory alignment.
Senior Engineering Manager
Johnson & Johnson MedTech
JUAREZ
10.2020 - 04.2023
- I successfully led engineering operations and CAL&PM at BWI (the largest JNJ MDD sector IM plant globally), supporting more than $2.2 billion in sales.
- Fostered a collaborative environment with over 200 engineers and technicians, driving productivity and innovation.
- Served as the operational lead for high-impact initiatives—including line flexibility and space optimization—driving footprint efficiency, and future-ready manufacturing capabilities in partnership with BEX.
Education
MBA - Finance
Tecnológico De Monterrey
Juarez03-2014
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics/Automation
Tecnológico De Monterrey
Juarez01-2010
Skills
- Technical transfer
- Supply chain management
- Project management
- Regulatory compliance
- Equipment validation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Black Belt Certified
- Finance acumen
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Spanish
Native
Native
Certification
Six Sigma Black Belt
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technical Transfer Lead
Johnson & Johnson MedTech
10.2023 - 11.2025
Interim PMO Director BWI
Johnson & Johnson MedTech
04.2023 - 10.2023
Senior Engineering Manager
Johnson & Johnson MedTech
10.2020 - 04.2023
MBA - Finance
Tecnológico De Monterrey
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics/Automation
Tecnológico De Monterrey