José Alejandro Martínez Ramírez
Mexicali
Summary
Results-oriented Industrial Engineer with experience in manufacturing optimization, WIP control, and operational excellence. Proven ability to standardize processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency using Lean and data-driven analysis. Strong cross-functional collaborator supporting production, quality, and planning teams. MBA candidate with a strong analytical and continuous improvement mindset.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
WIP Control
Footprint
08.2025 - Current
- Controlled Work-in-Process (WIP) inventory for 1,200+ pallets across two plants , ensuring accurate material traceability.
- Maintained accurate WIP data to support planning and production decisions .
- Improved material flow and visual controls to reduce search time and inefficiencies.
- Validated BOM accuracy and kit balance in SAGE to prevent shortages.
Lean Manufacturing Engineer Intern
GKN Aerospace
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Managed Kaizen program , tracking employee improvement ideas and KPIs to drive engagement and recognition.
- Optimized plant layout and material/information flow to improve operational efficiency.
- Applied Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, and Six Sigma methodologies to support process improvement.
- Supported 5S and shop-floor organization initiatives , improving safety and efficiency.
Quality Engineering Intern
Bosh
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Conducted PFMEA audits to verify process controls and ensure compliance with AIAG/APQP requirements.
- Developed and communicated Quality Alerts to production teams to prevent defect recurrence.
- Supported root cause analysis, containment, and corrective actions with exposure to 8D methodology.
- Analyzed test data and identified potential quality issues for immediate resolution.
Manufacturing Engineer Intern
Triumph Aerostructures
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Led Lean project reducing non-fly-away material waste from 39% to 15% through root cause analysis and process optimization.
- Implemented sliding rail and automated carousel systems to improve material flow and workspace utilization.
- Reclaimed 13% of workspace , improving efficiency, ergonomics, and floor organization.
- Analyzed and standardized production recipes and databases to support process consistency.
Education
MBA - Business Administration Double Degree
CETYS Universidad
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico07-2027
Bachelor - Industrial Engineering
CETYS Universidad
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico06-2024
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Process Standardization
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
Technical Skills
- Lean Manufacturing (Kaizen, 5S, VSM)
- Six Sigma (DMAIC exposure)
- WIP & Inventory Control
- PFMEA / APQP
- Power BI (Dashboards)
- AutoCAD
- Data Analysis
LANGUAGES
- Spanish: Native
- English : Advance (C1)
Certification
· Google Advanced Data Analytics — Coursera
· Power BI: Professional Data Analysis — Udemy
· Learning Data Analytics: Foundations — LinkedIn Learning
· Learning Data Governance — LinkedIn Learning
· Power BI: Dashboards for Beginners — LinkedIn Learning.
Timeline
WIP Control
Footprint
08.2025 - Current
Lean Manufacturing Engineer Intern
GKN Aerospace
09.2024 - 02.2025
Manufacturing Engineer Intern
Triumph Aerostructures
12.2023 - 05.2024
Quality Engineering Intern
Bosh
08.2023 - 07.2024
MBA - Business Administration Double Degree
CETYS Universidad
Bachelor - Industrial Engineering
CETYS Universidad