RODOLFO GUERRERO
Gerente De Planta
Querétaro,QUE
Summary
Plant Manager / Operations Manager / Engineering Manager / Quality Manager Results-driven operations leader with 28+ years of experience in the automotive and metal-mechanics industries. Specialized in plant operations, engineering, Lean Manufacturing, plastic injection molding, machining, stamping, welding, forging, sheet metal, project launches, and manufacturing excellence. Proven track record of leading multicultural teams, scaling operations, reducing waste, improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and delivering successful product launches for Tier 1 and Tier 2 customers. Highly skilled in strategic planning, P&L management, organizational development, and startup/greenfield plant launches.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Plant Manager (Consultant)
Hesagui Mold
01.2025 - Current
- Led and optimized plant operations for injection molding and assembly areas.
- Ensured execution of daily, weekly, and monthly production plans.
- Monitored OEE, scrap rate, productivity, cycle times, and downtime.
- Implemented waste-reduction strategies and process optimization.
- Led supervisors and technical teams; strengthened training and development.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives: 5S, Kaizen, Lean, TPM, Six Sigma.
- Managed preventive and corrective maintenance for machines, molds, and equipment.
- Coordinated logistics, materials planning, and inventory control.
- Guaranteed customer satisfaction, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Prepared and presented performance and cost reports to management.
Plant Operations & Engineering Manager
Falcon Sheet Metal Industries
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Implemented a full Project Management System across the value stream.
- Established daily shop-floor meetings and KPI dashboards (Balanced Scorecard).
- Managed production cost vs. ideal cost to protect margins.
- Led plant operations: Production, Planning, Engineering, OPEX, Logistics.
- Deployed continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving projects.
- Coordinated daily operational performance reviews with all departments.
Plant Operations Manager / Program Management
Macauto de México
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Led 10 direct and 350 indirect personnel.
- Achieved and maintained IATF 16949 certification.
- Implemented Shop Floor Management (SFM) Levels 1 & 2.
- Managed installation of new equipment, processes, and workstations.
- Managed costs, productivity, and performance against ideal standards.
Business Consultant
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Completed Executive and Team Coaching certification (ITESM).
- Provided consulting services in leadership, operations, and organizational development.
Plant Operations Manager (Greenfield)
Hirschvogel Components Mexico
03.2017 - 12.2021
- Successfully launched a full Greenfield plant (equipment, hiring, processes).
- Achieved 100% on-time delivery, zero critical defects, and no accidents.
- Reduced scrap: 18% to 1.9%.
- Improved equipment efficiency: 36% to 68%.
- Lowered customer complaints: 15 to 2.
- Achieved Great Place to Work certification (2018–2021).
- Full P&L responsibility for labor, overhead, and operating profit.
Operations Manager
MartinRea Honsel Mexico
08.2015 - 03.2017
- Increased machining capacity from 900 to 2200 engine blocks per day.
- Reduced scrap from 11% to 2%.
- Led automation and expansion of machining lines.
- Managed 24 direct and 320 indirect employees.
Plant Operations Manager
American Axle & Manufacturing
12.2013 - 07.2015
- Improved plant capacity from 60% to 86%.
- Reduced accidents from 9 to 1 using LOTO & STOP methodologies.
- Lowered scrap by 5% (from 6% to 1%).
- Full responsibility for manufacturing, quality, logistics, maintenance, engineering, and P&L.
Operations Manager / Program Manager
Flex-N-Gate
09.2012 - 11.2013
- Led full value stream operations and manufacturing teams.
- Introduced performance dashboards and Lean methodologies.
- Improved quality, delivery, and operational KPIs.
General Assembly Production & Launch Manager
General Motors Mexico
07.1996 - 07.2012
- Led major vehicle launches including Suburban, Avalanche, Escalade EXT, and Silverado Hybrid.
- 24-month assignment at Warren PPO (Michigan, USA).
- Received Chairman's Award for best manufacturing launch (2001 & 2007).
- Led engineering teams in high-volume assembly operations and startup programs.
Education
Industrial Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico de Saltillo
01.1989
Skills
Plant Operations & Manufacturing Strategy
Lean Manufacturing / Kaizen / TPM / 5S
Supply Chain & Materials Management
Injection Molding / Machining / Stamping / Welding / Forging
Project & Launch Management
Organizational Development & Leadership
P&L Management and Financial Performance
Quality Systems / IATF 16949 / Zero-Defects Culture
OEE Optimization / Scrap Reduction / Continuous Improvement
Certification
Automotive Leadership (ITESM)
Timeline
Plant Manager (Consultant)
Hesagui Mold
01.2025 - Current
Plant Operations & Engineering Manager
Falcon Sheet Metal Industries
10.2023 - 12.2024
Plant Operations Manager / Program Management
Macauto de México
06.2022 - 08.2023
Business Consultant
01.2022 - 06.2022
Plant Operations Manager (Greenfield)
Hirschvogel Components Mexico
03.2017 - 12.2021
Operations Manager
MartinRea Honsel Mexico
08.2015 - 03.2017
Plant Operations Manager
American Axle & Manufacturing
12.2013 - 07.2015
Operations Manager / Program Manager
Flex-N-Gate
09.2012 - 11.2013
General Assembly Production & Launch Manager
General Motors Mexico
07.1996 - 07.2012
Industrial Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico de Saltillo