Juan Carlos López Sánchez
Industrial Engineering Manager
Aguascalientes
Summary
Results-driven Industrial Engineer with 17 years of experience in the automotive industry, leading high-impact projects in process engineering, product development, and manufacturing optimization. Skilled at designing efficient production systems, implementing Lean and Kaizen practices, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve cost reductions, productivity gains, and quality improvements. Adept in process simulation, ergonomic design, line balancing, and tooling development, with a proven ability to manage multi-million-dollar programs from concept to mass production.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Engineering Trim Manager
Tachi-s México
08.2025 - Current
- Reduced material waste by optimizing the use of fabrics and trims in garment production.
- Conducted regular audits of physical inventory against system records, quickly identifying discrepancies or potential stock shortages before they became critical issues.
- Developed strong vendor relationships, resulting in cost-effective sourcing of high-quality materials.
- Evaluated existing trim storage systems and recommended improvements that led to increased organization and accessibility.
Engineering Manager, Industrial Engineering
Tachi-S México
02.2022 - Current
- Lead the Industrial Engineering department in designing and optimizing production processes for Nissan, Honda, Toyota programs, TESLA, etc.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing initiatives resulting in a 12% increase in line efficiency and reduced production downtime.
- Oversaw capacity studies, process standardization, and equipment utilization projects to ensure on-time delivery and cost targets.
- Managed the successful launch of new seat assembly lines, ensuring compliance with safety, ergonomics, and quality standards.
- Budget management and administration
- Efficiency monitoring of all TSM JIT plants
- Evaluation of the engineering team against the established objectives
Engineering Jr. Manager, Assembly Process
Tachi-S México
02.2018 - 02.2022
- Directed a team of 4 engineers to develop new assembly processes for Nissan, Honda, Acura seating programs.
- Managed budgets and quotations for projects exceeding $3M USD, delivering within deadlines and cost constraints.
- Designed tooling and jigs that reduced assembly errors by 15% and improved ergonomic compliance.
- Standardized work methods across multiple production lines, reducing variability and improving training efficiency.
Product Engineer
Irizar México
04.2014 - 09.2017
- Designed new seating components (supports, screens, armrests) and developed assembly drawings and layouts.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure designs met manufacturing capabilities and reduced material waste by 8%.
- Optimized seat arrangement configurations, improving assembly speed and space utilization.
General Supervisor, Assembly Process
Tachi-S México
12.2009 - 04.2014
- Led the development of new assembly processes, capability studies, and ergonomic workstation designs.
- Implemented line balancing improvements resulting in a 10% increase in productivity without additional headcount.
- Established standard times and integrated them into production planning systems.
Education
B.S. - Industrial Engineering, Specialization in Productive Systems
Tecnológico Nacional de México
06.2010
Skills
CAD Tools: SolidWorks, AutoCAD
Simulation: Delmia Quest
Office Tools: Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, Project
Languages: Spanish (Native), English (Advanced Professional)
Cost reduction
Problem-solving
Team leadership
Decision-making
Adaptability and flexibility
Organizational skills
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Lean Manufacturing & Kaizen Implementation
- Process Design & Mass Production Optimization
- Standard Time Definition & Line Balancing
- Ergonomics & Workstation Design
- Tooling, Jigs & Fixture Design
- Capacity Planning & Productivity Analysis
- Cost Reduction & Continuous Improvement
- Engineering Change Management
- Budgeting & Cost Estimation
- Industrial Process Simulation (Delmia Quest)
- CAD Design (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
- Project Leadership & Cross-Functional Coordination
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Valid Passport & American Visa
- Willing to travel and relocate
Timeline
Engineering Trim Manager
Tachi-s México
08.2025 - Current
Engineering Manager, Industrial Engineering
Tachi-S México
02.2022 - Current
Engineering Jr. Manager, Assembly Process
Tachi-S México
02.2018 - 02.2022
Product Engineer
Irizar México
04.2014 - 09.2017
General Supervisor, Assembly Process
Tachi-S México
12.2009 - 04.2014
B.S. - Industrial Engineering, Specialization in Productive Systems
Tecnológico Nacional de México