Mario Alberto García De La Cadena Villavicencio
Juarez,CHIH
Summary
Achieve the continuous development of my professional and personal skills, following previously established goals for myself, my family, and my job. Establish a good work environment and share all the knowledge acquired during my job experience with my team.
Process engineering professional with proven ability to streamline operations and enhance productivity. Known for fostering collaborative environments and delivering consistent results. Expertise in problem-solving and process optimization, adaptable to evolving project demands.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Methods / Process Engineering Manager
Valeo Wipers Systems JRZ 1 DELMEX DE JUAREZ S DE RL DE CV
Juarez, Chihuahua
08.2022 - 04.2025
- Manage the Methods Process Engineering, Process Launch Engineering, Industrialization & Maintenance team.
- Define the industrial guidelines for its perimeter (process, equipment, plant layout, ...)
- Assure process objectives deployment and level of compliance within the site
- Manage and assure the coherence of the industrialization programs within the site perimeter
- Manage the industrial investments program for its perimeter
- Monitor machine performance and improvement plans
- Coordinates the interfaces between its site, PG/PL/RO/platform and the Process Expertise Center
- Manage the industrial teams in its perimeter (plant, production and industrialization)
- Manage the industrial plan of the site in line with the MTP, within its perimeter
- Coordinate and push standardization program project for product and process of its perimeter
- Participate to Technical Committee and validate process ECR
- Manage and validate industrialization projects, with experts support
- Define the program allocation during CAA and IAR process
- Participate in the IVC, PMC & PSC and Red Project Review, sourcing committee, …
- Apply the rules for equipment and tools standardization coming from PG
- Define the program and Budget Target
- Master Site Industrial Performance and deliveries, DL, Quality and Asset Utilization.
- Support during audits the during ramp up and processes issues
- Led troubleshooting efforts to identify equipment issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining optimal production levels.
- Implemented statistical process control techniques to monitor product quality and improve overall yield rates.
- Enhanced safety performance by conducting regular audits, enforcing compliance with regulations, and providing ongoing training for employees.
- Coordinated maintenance activities with operations teams to minimize disruption to production schedules while ensuring equipment reliability.
- Collaborated with R&D teams to scale up new processes from lab to pilot plant, ensuring seamless transitions during commercialization efforts.
- Optimized process efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies.
- Established standard operating procedures for critical operations, driving consistency across shifts and improving overall productivity.
- Developed and executed capital projects for facility upgrades, resulting in increased capacity and reduced operating costs.
- Reduced product defects with thorough root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and components at competitive prices.
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices in process engineering management, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to share ideas, experiment with new approaches, and learn from both successes and failures.
- Presented key performance indicators at executive-level meetings, showcasing departmental accomplishments and aligning stakeholders on strategic goals.
- Managed cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality products.
- Championed energy conservation initiatives within the facility, resulting in significant reductions in utility costs over time.
- Increased production output by streamlining workflow, reducing bottlenecks, and enhancing communication among team members.
- Designed experiments to optimize process parameters, achieving improved product quality while reducing raw material usage.
- Evaluated emerging technologies for potential application in existing processes, identifying opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.
- Conducted technical reviews of vendor proposals for equipment purchases, securing cost-effective solutions that met operational requirements.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively to deliver projects within scope, on schedule, and under budget.
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
- Coached newly hired employees and interns while observing progress and delegating tasks.
- Developed documentation, diagrams, and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
- Participated in project reviews to enable ongoing status tracking and reporting.
- Managed third-party contractors, inspecting completed work and ongoing efforts to confirm quality and adherence to prescribed guidelines.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
- Met weekly with team members to discuss project implementations and alleviate any issues.
- Prepared scope of work documentation for use in project planning
- Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
- Interfaced with area teams to verify application of technical details.
- Created process simulations to test operational outcomes without causing service disruptions.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to keep material costs within set budgets.
- Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
- Analyzed existing structures to create plans for modifications and improvements.
- Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns.
- Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.
- Created innovative solutions to architectural problems, enabling successful project completion.
- Recruited, placed, and oversaw project staff for optimal project results.
- Established and conducted quality control programs to verify construction projects met required quality standards.
NAFTA LED Modules & Advanced Engineering Manager
MARELLI Automotive Lighting JUAREZ, Mexico
Juarez, Chihuahua
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Plan, Schedule, and manage LED Modules manufacture production processes.
- New Products Development And Launches according to Customers’ specifications seeking best quality, delivery respect and cost/ margin
- Objectives:
- Ensures manufacturing performance, volume and quality goals are meet by utilizing efficient methods and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
- Support and lead NAFTA Engineering Experts to identify and deliver technology solutions to meet customer needs, provides strategic leadership to staff assigned to develop new technology solutions across manufacturing equipment.
- Support to production area.
- Creates MFE’s standard work and plans.
- KPI’s and KAI’s follow up and take action when results are not achieved.
- Creates a sense of urgency to solve problems, Business transferences.
- Coach and trains MFE’s, Develops skills required on his/her staff.
- Guarantee process capacity against contracted volumes.
- KPI’s: LE, OEE, OTD, SAVINGS, EXPENSES, CAPEX, BP’S creation, ECR’S implementation, CT reduction projects, Launch timing reduction.
Industrial Engineering Manager DVS
Valeo Sistemas Electronicos
Rio Bravo, Tamaulipas
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Responsible of RB Site DVS Industrial activities (Process modifications, New processes development, Industrial transfers, Plant expansion, 5yBP, CAPEX, NPI)
- Reporting to Activity Manager
- Managing directly : P1 Methods Eng. (
- 4), P1 Testing Eng. (
- 3), Automation Eng. (
- 1)
- Managing Functional : P0 Process Eng. (
- 2), P0 Testing Eng. (
- 4), Maintenance Eng. (
- 2)
- Objectives:
- Launch of New production means for new projects and Continuous improvement and maintenance of existing production means.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for the industrial engineering department, aligning with company goals and objectives.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, promoting effective collaboration for mutual success in business ventures.
- Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing automation solutions.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop integrated solutions that improved overall organizational effectiveness and productivity.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and setting clear expectations for future growth and development.
- Conducted root cause analyses to identify areas of inefficiency and develop targeted process improvements.
- Managed capital projects, ensuring proper allocation of resources, timely completion, and adherence to budget constraints.
- Designed labor utilization standards to balance worker efficiency with employee satisfaction, increasing overall productivity and satisfaction.
Process & Manufacturing Engineering Coordinator LED Modules Business Unit
MARELLI Automotive Lighting JUAREZ, Mexico
04.2017 - 01.2020
- Plan, Schedule, and manage LED Modules manufacture production processes.
- Ensures manufacturing performance, volume and quality goals are meet and adhering to Approved budgets.
- Manage 7 Manufacturing Engineers subordinate staff.
- Industrialization (5y BP planning), CAPEX management and directing an efficient new projects introduction includes Process design, layout, equipment and logistics flow of materials.
- Manage 2 New Projects Launch Coordinators.
- Ensures that Project/Department & Plant milestones/goals are meet and adhering to Approved budgets.
- Main Achievements:
- Launch LED Modules Plant 3 Facility / New Technology Assembly Lines and Injection MM
New Projects Launch Coordinator LED Modules Business Unit
MARELLI Automotive Lighting JUAREZ, Mexico
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Samples management
- Coordination of production processes building, Assembly/ pre-assembly line, pre production processes
- Gauge and fixtures monitoring
- Molding tools & Components readiness tracking
- Pre-serial production supervising
- Production processes trials, validation and release supervising
- R&R for production process readiness
- Customer events supporting (R&R, Q audits,…)
- Ramp up of production processes follow up
Manufacturing Engineer
Valeo Sistemas Electronicos
09.2013 - 01.2015
- Development of the FTY (First Time Yield)
- Development of routings
- Design, development and control of process instructions, visual aids.
- Handling of tooling
- Design and validation of fixtures
- Furnish the line layout
- Balancing of lines due to change in requirements
- Design of the workstation layout
- Maintenance of FMEA’s and FlowCharts
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Sumitomo Co. Technology & Service [CONTEC]
08.2012 - 09.2013
- Coordinate the workload and activities for I.H.S. cad PE team, 4 technicians in charge.
- In charge to make and delivery full size drawings for wire harnesses to all Sumitomo manufacturing plant (Mexico and Asia) based on internal & customer drawings and requirements. (Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, and Kawasaki).
- Follow up and managing of measurable goals as productivity, in process defects, reduce over time & absenteeism, achieve delivery time.
- Planning and development of new projects.
- Coordinate timing and follow schedules for prototype stages and early stages.
- Control of budget.
- Equipment development and preparation for new production lines.
- Coordinate the timing and implementation of engineering changes, minor model/full model year changes in production lines.
- Design and requirement of fixtures and / or work tools
- Coordinate work with outside vendors.
Planning Engineer (NPI) & I.H.S cad PE section
Sumitomo Co. Technology & Service [CONTEC]
07.2009 - 08.2012
- Coordinate the workload and activities for I.H.S. cad PE team, 4 technicians in charge.
- In charge to make and delivery full size drawings for wire harnesses to all Sumitomo manufacturing plant (Mexico and Asia) based on internal & customer drawings and requirements. (Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, and Kawasaki).
- Follow up and managing of measurable goals as productivity, in process defects, reduce over time & absenteeism, achieve delivery time.
- Planning and development of new projects.
- Coordinate timing and follow schedules for prototype stages and early stages.
- Control of budget.
- Equipment development and preparation for new production lines.
- Coordinate the timing and implementation of engineering changes, minor model/full model year changes in production lines.
- Design and requirement of fixtures and / or work tools
- Coordinate work with outside vendors.
Education
Bachelor - Industrial Engineering
ITCJ
Cd. Juarez, Chihuahua07-2023
Skills
- English
- Bilingual
- Automation technology
- Operations management
- Hazard analysis
- Safety regulations
- Process validation
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Site Methods / Process Engineering Manager
Valeo Wipers Systems JRZ 1 DELMEX DE JUAREZ S DE RL DE CV
08.2022 - 04.2025
NAFTA LED Modules & Advanced Engineering Manager
MARELLI Automotive Lighting JUAREZ, Mexico
08.2021 - 08.2022
Industrial Engineering Manager DVS
Valeo Sistemas Electronicos
01.2020 - 08.2021
Process & Manufacturing Engineering Coordinator LED Modules Business Unit
MARELLI Automotive Lighting JUAREZ, Mexico
04.2017 - 01.2020
New Projects Launch Coordinator LED Modules Business Unit
MARELLI Automotive Lighting JUAREZ, Mexico
01.2015 - 04.2017
Manufacturing Engineer
Valeo Sistemas Electronicos
09.2013 - 01.2015
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Sumitomo Co. Technology & Service [CONTEC]
08.2012 - 09.2013
Planning Engineer (NPI) & I.H.S cad PE section
Sumitomo Co. Technology & Service [CONTEC]
07.2009 - 08.2012
Bachelor - Industrial Engineering
ITCJ
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