Jose Arturo Cabra Santiago
Industrial Engineer
Arteaga,COA
Summary
Accomplished Senior Operations Manager with a proven track record at Dual Borgstena Trim De Mexico, enhancing operational efficiency and stakeholder relations. Expert in strategic planning and productivity improvement, I've driven initiatives that significantly boosted team performance and profitability. Skilled in operations management and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, my leadership has consistently delivered results beyond expectations.
Senior bilingual Operations/Plant Manager with + 29 years of experience in the automotive industry supplying parts for Honda, Nissan, Subaru and Kia. Also experience with New Products Introductions ,leader in manufacturing, processes and quality systems. Excellent people management and effective communication skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Operations Manager
Dual Borgstena Trim De Mexico, S. A. De C. V.
08.2017 - 11.2024
- Oversaw workforce management planning, volume predictions and capacity planning.
- Built strong relationships with key stakeholders through consistent engagement, collaboration, and transparent communication practices.
- Managed employee-related issues encompassing labor, turnover and diversity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless execution of large-scale initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
- Implemented data-driven decision making to inform business strategies and drive operational excellence.
- Established robust performance metrics to track progress against objectives regularly and adjust strategies as needed for success.
- Optimized costs to contribute to productivity, cost development and proficiency of central fulfillment operations.
- Reduced costs for increased profitability by optimizing resource allocation and eliminating redundant tasks.
- Developed comprehensive risk management plans to mitigate potential threats to organizational stability and growth.
- Facilitated culture of continuous improvement, encouraging feedback and innovative ideas from all levels of organization.
- Negotiated contracts with new vendors, securing quality materials and services at competitive prices.
Business Manager Trim Division
ML Industries Automotive , S. De R. L. De C. V.
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
Plant Manager
FAURECIA Automotive Seating
10.2013 - 07.2015
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team. - Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
- Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and improve communication across departments.
- Improved product quality by implementing rigorous quality control measures.
- Achieved significant cost savings by negotiating better rates with suppliers.
- Established metrics to measure performance and drive continuous improvement.
Production Manager
FAURECIA Automotive Seating
10.2011 - 09.2013
Production Manager
TSTech Industrias Tri Con De Mexico, S. A. De C. V
09.2009 - 09.2011
Production Manager
TSTech Industrias Tri Con De Mexico, S. A. De C. V
09.2007 - 09.2009
Quality Coordinator
TSTech Industrias Tri Con De Mexico, S. A. De C. V
09.2004 - 09.2007
Engineering Changes Coordinator
TSTech Industrias Tri Con De Mexico, S. A. De C. V
09.1998 - 09.2004
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
TSTech Industrias Tri Con De Mexico, S. A. De C. V
09.1996 - 09.1998
Quality Inspector Team Leader
CMI / Hayes Lemmers Industries
08.1994 - 08.1996
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
UVB UVM
Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico04-2004
Skills
- Operations management
- Easy adapt to different cultures in order to reach goals in a short therm
- Ability to enhance the team to reach KPI results
- Strategic planning
- Develop B Plan and Inv Plan
- Knowledge in Lean principles
- Ability to easily adapt to changes and priorities and provide direction and motivation for the team members
- Strong analytical skills, attention to details, and results driven
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Senior Operations Manager
Dual Borgstena Trim De Mexico, S. A. De C. V.
08.2017 - 11.2024
Business Manager Trim Division
ML Industries Automotive , S. De R. L. De C. V.
08.2015 - 08.2017
Plant Manager
FAURECIA Automotive Seating
10.2013 - 07.2015
Production Manager
FAURECIA Automotive Seating
10.2011 - 09.2013
Production Manager
TSTech Industrias Tri Con De Mexico, S. A. De C. V
09.2009 - 09.2011
Production Manager
TSTech Industrias Tri Con De Mexico, S. A. De C. V
09.2007 - 09.2009
Quality Coordinator
TSTech Industrias Tri Con De Mexico, S. A. De C. V
09.2004 - 09.2007
Engineering Changes Coordinator
TSTech Industrias Tri Con De Mexico, S. A. De C. V
09.1998 - 09.2004
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
TSTech Industrias Tri Con De Mexico, S. A. De C. V
09.1996 - 09.1998
Quality Inspector Team Leader
CMI / Hayes Lemmers Industries
08.1994 - 08.1996
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
UVB UVM
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