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Miguel Alfredo Sánchez Mares

Callejón de los Rdz 110, Priv. Iltamarindo, Apodaca, NL

Summary

Results-focused management professional offering 20 years of progressive leadership experience.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills.

Cost-effective management of resources, improving quality performance, and reducing the cost of quality through management techniques.

Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Plant Quality Manager

Sogefi Engine Systems Mexico
07.2019 - Current
  • Managing a team of 9 persons (lab technicians, hourly union and quality engineers) in this plastic injection molding facility that produces intake manifolds, transmission components and air ducts for OEM's including Ford, GM, Stellantis and Tesla.
  • Increased efficiency of the QMS by regularly reviewing procedures and making updates based on changing business/operational needs or industry advancements.
  • Reorganized the quality department to be more efficient, creating quality auditors routines, dock audits, inspections on the floor, error proofing checks, LPA, etc.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through adherence to quality standards, CSR and giving priorities to high impact issues, keeping PPMs on single digit from the last five years.
  • Led all customer external audits including IATF certification.
  • Led continuous improvement initiatives by actively seeking opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction.
  • Data-driven decision making by conducting regular reviews of performance metrics and adjusting strategies accordingly.
  • As QMS responsible, provide training to all Core Team staff regarding Quality Tools, Problem Solving, Change Management, CQI, etc to prepare them and Operations for Continuous Improvements and External audits.
  • Customer achievements: GM Supplier of the Year, Ford Q1 Certification, Stellantis Supplier of the Year, BMW Yearly Recertification.
  • [From Jul 2021 to Aug 2023] In charge of Suspensions plant (steel treatment) as well. Managing a team of additional 7 persons in the Suspensions facility that produces stab bars for OEM's including Ford, Stellantis, Mercedes Benz, VW, Volvo, BMW.

Quality Supervisor

Sogefi Engine Systems Mexico
06.2017 - 07.2019
  • In charge of Laboratory activities and Supplier Management.
  • Implementation of Cleanliness Activities (sediment control) for Ford 8F Transmission project.
  • Quality lead of APQP/PPAP activities. Responsible to launch 6 projects.
  • Implementation of 4G Change Management procedures.
  • Quality leader on launch of Suspensions operations. (2016-2017) PPAP´s on time 100%

Quality Engineer

Sogefi Engine Systems Mexico
11.2011 - 06.2017
  • Main customer contact.
  • 8D leader for external issues reported. Coordinator of ICA, RCA, PCA.
  • Implementation of First Part release checklists, Error Proofing checks, LPA audits per CQI-18, Lessons Learn.
  • Implementation of Safe Launch plans for New Launch models.
  • Quality leader on successful plant transference. All customer approvals on time.

Sr. Quality Engineer

Siemens AG
04.2011 - 10.2011
  • In charge of two production lines (welding, soldering and brazing and final assembly) with an estimated sales amount per month of U$2.5 M.
  • Implementation of Continuous improvement activities through lines like Quality board, Quality clinic, Critical Components, etc. (TPS pillars)
  • Training operators and quality inspectors to assure good understanding of quality and manufacturing tools
  • Developed activities to scrap reduction on production line from 0.45 to 0.12 (73%) in 4 months.
  • Increased FPY (first part yield) indicator from 28% to 85% implementing SPC tools apps.

Quality Specialist

Denso Mexico
06.2008 - 03.2011
  • Development of all quality assurance activities during products launch for Ford, Chrysler and Toyota, and mass production related activities using Quality Core Tools.
  • Calibration equipment responsible. Handling budget, in-plant calibration work (electrical, weight, force, etc) of +500 instruments.
  • Successful launch of Sienna 2011 CCP and Lincoln MKZ 2010/2011 IC programs, reaching 14 months combined of zero customers rejects.
  • 40% reduction of calibration budget, findings leaks of capital in the calibration of equipments which Denso had capability to calibrate internally using strong cooperation and communication with different departments and sections.

Quality Technician

Dynamerica Manufacturing De Mexico
08.2007 - 06.2008
  • Metal stamping facility. In charge of laboratory. Measurements from daily operations and PPAP.

Quality Engineer Jr.

United Plastics Group
01.2007 - 08.2007
  • Plastic injection molding. In charge of three customers (Takata, Whirlpool, Black & Decker) for Quality activities. Promoted from Quality internship.

Quality Engineer Jr.

Christiana Industries
09.2005 - 12.2006
  • Wire harness factory. In charge of 6 assembly lines for Quality activities. Promoted from Quality internship.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Ing. Electrónica Y Automatización

FIME
San Nicolas De Los Garza, NL
06-2020

Senior High School -

UANL Preparatoria 16
San Nicolas De Los Garza, NL
06.1999

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Process Improvement
  • Risk Management
  • Suppliers Management
  • Change Management
  • Project Management
  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • IATF 16949 Lead Auditor
  • Multinational Cross-functional team management
  • Quality Core Tools certified, including APQP/PPAP and advanced GD&T
  • Advanced English language knowledge
  • Expertise on Customer Specific Requirements for Ford, Stellantis, GM, Tesla, Nissan, VW, BMW, Mercedes Benz, Volvo

Certification

IATF 16949 Lead Auditor Certified

Core Tools certified

Ford certifications: PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, Process Capability, EMP, etc.

Skills

IA

Analytical (driven by data)

Problem Solving

Conflict resolution

Critical thinking

Team player

Positive

Adaptability

Integrity

Microsoft 365

Minitab


Timeline

Plant Quality Manager

Sogefi Engine Systems Mexico
07.2019 - Current

Quality Supervisor

Sogefi Engine Systems Mexico
06.2017 - 07.2019

Quality Engineer

Sogefi Engine Systems Mexico
11.2011 - 06.2017

Sr. Quality Engineer

Siemens AG
04.2011 - 10.2011

Quality Specialist

Denso Mexico
06.2008 - 03.2011

Quality Technician

Dynamerica Manufacturing De Mexico
08.2007 - 06.2008

Quality Engineer Jr.

United Plastics Group
01.2007 - 08.2007

Quality Engineer Jr.

Christiana Industries
09.2005 - 12.2006

IATF 16949 Lead Auditor Certified

Core Tools certified

Ford certifications: PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, Process Capability, EMP, etc.

Bachelor of Science - Ing. Electrónica Y Automatización

FIME

Senior High School -

UANL Preparatoria 16
Miguel Alfredo Sánchez Mares