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Kevin Astorga

Kevin Astorga

Tijuana,BCN

Summary

I am a dedicated, disciplined, integrated and responsible person, I am passionate about acquiring knowledge in different areas.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Configuration Management Analyst II

Sunrise Medical
04.2024 - Current
  • Led the integration of new configuration interfaces for Quickie, Leckey, and Empulse product lines, improving product setup accuracy and streamlining user interaction
  • Managed the system transfer of Adult and Pediatric Chairs from Fresno to the Tijuana branch, ensuring seamless integration and minimal disruption to operations
  • Validated data and updated configuration records to maintain accuracy and compliance with change management protocols
  • Oversaw system validation, interface updates, and master data alignment to ensure consistent product configuration across sites

R&D Implementation Engineer

Sunrise Medical
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Supported design improvements to Jay Fusion inserts using SolidWorks, enhancing product performance and ease of manufacturing
  • Utilized EPDM and JDE ERP systems for tracking design iterations, managing engineering change orders, and maintaining documentation accuracy
  • Contributed to cross-functional collaboration between R&D and manufacturing teams to implement validated design changes
  • Participated in prototyping and early development of a new back hardware system, focusing on the design of the clamping mechanism
  • Assisted in testing, design reviews, and BOM updates to support transition from prototype to production

Systems Analyst

Sunrise Medical
11.2022 - Current
  • Lead the creation, management, and support of North American and Canadian configurators for manual chair products using Experlogix CPQ software and the CRM Order Entry System.
  • Maintain and support both front-end and back-end configurator functionality within the JD Edwards (JDE) ERP system.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, R&D Engineering, and Finance to develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings.
  • Demonstrate strong analytical capabilities in reviewing BOM structures and generating detailed reports using Cognos and JD Edwards ERP.
  • Manage document control processes (DCNs) and oversee manufacturing change implementations across branch plants in Tijuana, Fresno, and Nashville using EPDM.
  • Administer and integrate multiple systems to ensure consistent data flow and alignment across platforms.
  • Partner with Customer Service to conduct thorough configurator testing prior to deploying updates into production.
  • Perform in-depth order troubleshooting to identify root causes and pinpoint issues across integrated systems.
  • Manage production and testing environments in JD Edwards ERP, the CRM Order Entry System, and Experlogix CPQ software to ensure reliable deployment and system performance.

Material Flow Intern (PFEP)

Hubbell Lighting/Current Lighting
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Multilevel BOM analysis.
  • Advanced Excel knowledge.
  • SAP & Flori usage.
  • Direct contact with Production & Warehouse to establish the Material Flow using KANBAN methodology for PN's needed in FA cells.
  • Provide training about the Material Flow department to newcomers.
  • Participation in Kaizen events.
  • MTO & MTS orders analysis.
  • Creation of Maintenance WO's to modify or create production shelves/racks.
  • 5 Why's RCA.
  • Identify Highrunner/Lowrunner Items based on Forecasts and Consumption reports.

Barista

Vertical Coffee
09.2020 - 11.2021
  • Customer Service knowledge.
  • Work under pressure.
  • Espresso Calibration.
  • Quick thinking during rush hours.

Project Intern

Buy Metals
02.2020 - 06.2020
  • Project Management.
  • Usage of Microsoft Excel & Word to make reports based on AC's PN's inventory.
  • Creation of Prototype capable of separating metal from plastic with the purpose of reducing waste.

Education

Bachelor - Aerospace Engineering

Universidad Autónoma de Baja California
06.2020

Technician - Graphic Design

Preparatoria Federal Lázaro Cárdenas
06.2016

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • JD Edwards
  • Experlogix
  • EPDM
  • SAP
  • Adaptability
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • SolidWorks

Languages

Spanish
English
German

Courses

  • Bill Of Material concepts & execution in ERP (SAP), Udemy, Jun 2021 — Jun 2022
  • Design and Construction of Rocket Vehicles and Engines, Module I, Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, May 2019 — May 2019
  • Participation in the 2nd CAN SAT Mulege 2019 Educational Satellite Withdrawal Contest, Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, May 2019 — May 2019
  • Aeromodelling course, Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, Apr 2017 — Jun 2017

Timeline

Configuration Management Analyst II

Sunrise Medical
04.2024 - Current

R&D Implementation Engineer

Sunrise Medical
10.2023 - 04.2024

Systems Analyst

Sunrise Medical
11.2022 - Current

Material Flow Intern (PFEP)

Hubbell Lighting/Current Lighting
11.2021 - 11.2022

Barista

Vertical Coffee
09.2020 - 11.2021

Project Intern

Buy Metals
02.2020 - 06.2020

Technician - Graphic Design

Preparatoria Federal Lázaro Cárdenas

Bachelor - Aerospace Engineering

Universidad Autónoma de Baja California
Kevin Astorga