Professional SummaryResults-driven and strategic Plant Manager with over 10 years of experience leading high-performing manufacturing operations, specializing in Tier 1 automotive OEM supply chains and process-oriented industries. Proven track record of managing end-to-end plant operations, optimizing cross-border production between US parent companies and Mexican subsidiaries through shelter service models.

Expert in high-tonnage metal stamping (mechanical power presses, progressive and line dies), assembly, and fabrication. Recognized for driving continuous improvement (Lean/Kaizen), ensuring strict adherence to IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 standards, and delivering operational excellence through cross-functional leadership and strategic planning. Fully bilingual (English/Spanish) with deep expertise in US-Mexico trade regulations and supply chain logistics.

Core Competencies

- Operations Management: P&L; Responsibility, Short & • Long-Term Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Program Management.

- Technical Expertise: Mechanical Power Presses, Progressive & • Line Dies, Assembly &
- Metal Fabrication.

- Lean & • Continuous Improvement:

Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Process Optimization, Waste Reduction.
- Supply Chain & • Logistics:

Materials & • Inventory Management, Production Scheduling, Preventive Maintenance, US-Mexico Import/Export Compliance, Shelter Operations.





- Quality & • Environmental Standards:

IATF 16949 & • ISO 14001 Compliance.

- Leadership & • Communication:

Cross-Border Team Leadership, Talent Development, Stakeholder Management.
- Systems & • Software:

ERP Systems (Plex ERP), Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications & • Requirements

Education

- Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related 4-year technical discipline.

Experience

- 10+ years of progressive manufacturing management experience, preferably in process-oriented industries and Tier 1 OEM supplier environments.
- 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing a major segment of a large manufacturing organization or full operational oversight of a mid-sized facility.
- Cross-Border Management: Hands-on experience working within US-Mexico cross-border structures, utilizing Shelter Services and navigating US-Mexico trade laws, border operations, and customs requirements.

Key Skills & • Abilities

- Bilingual: Native or fluent command of both English and Spanish (written and verbal).
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and build high-performing teams to achieve operational KPIs.
- Mobility: Fully available to travel between the US and Mexico as required by business operations.

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