Plant Manager General
Resume:
Eduardo Macias Sustaita
Plant Manager General Manager Operations Leader
El Paso, TX **********@*******.*** 915-***-****
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished and results-driven Plant Manager with over 15 years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations, process optimization, and cross-functional team development across diverse industries, including metal mechanics, packaging, automotive, aerospace, medical devices, plastic molding and electronics. Proven expertise in overseeing P&L, driving cost reduction initiatives, improving safety and quality standards, and leading operational excellence. Skilled at enhancing productivity, implementing lean manufacturing techniques, and achieving outstanding financial and operational outcomes. Adept in strategic planning, legal compliance, and regulatory adherence.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Operational Leadership
P&L Management & Cost Optimization
Lean Manufacturing & Process Improvement
Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS 9000, ISO/TS 16949)
Regulatory Compliance & Safety (OSHA, IMSS, PROFEPA)
Employee Engagement & Development
Supply Chain & Logistics Optimization
Strategic Planning & Execution
Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement
KPIs & Performance Metrics
World-Class Manufacturing (WCM)
ERP & System Integration (SAP, Syteline)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
General Manager (Multi-plant)
W. SILVER S DE RL DE CV Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua
July 2022 – May 2024
Company Overview: Leading manufacturer of adjustable bed bases and steel bed frames for the U.S. market, focusing on precision, efficiency, and innovation.
Key Achievements:
P&L Improvement: Led a turnaround in P&L performance, achieving consistent budget adherence and cost management improvements.
Cost Reduction: Reduced cost per unit by 15%, implementing lean manufacturing and process optimization initiatives.
Productivity Boost: Increased productivity by 30% through team collaboration, accountability, and performance metrics.
New Product Launch: Spearheaded the Folding Bases Product Area launch, optimizing facility layout and increasing production capacity with automation.
Logistics Optimization: Reduced export expenses by 15%, optimizing truck and trailer leasing strategies.
Inventory Reduction & On-time Delivery (OTD): Decreased finished goods inventory by 25%, improving OTD from 60% to 90%.
Regulatory Compliance: Maintained full compliance with IMSS, PROFEPA, and other legal regulations, ensuring risk mitigation.
Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day operations of two facilities, including manufacturing, quality, logistics, and customer service.
Lead cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
Drive strategic initiatives and continuous improvements through KPIs and process innovation.
Plant Manager
FAGERDALA MEXICO SA CV Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua
June 2020 – July 2022
Company Overview: Global leader in manufacturing packaging materials for electronics, including high-efficiency foam extrusions, automated foam bonding, and integrated packaging solutions.
Key Achievements:
EBITDA Growth: Increased EBITDA from 5% in 2021 to 29% in 2022 by aligning intercompany pricing and driving cost-reduction projects.
Safety Excellence: Achieved zero recordable incidents for 18 months, improving TRIR from 1.031 to 0.0.
Quality Optimization: Reduced customer returns by 82%, driving a 0.37% to 0.06% improvement in quality through department-wide process improvements.
On-time Delivery (OTD): Increased OTD from 80% to 97%, ensuring on-time product delivery through better scheduling and inventory management.
Process Efficiency: Enhanced foam production efficiency by 90%, increasing throughput and driving cost savings.
Employee Retention: Reduced turnover from 14% to 3.5% through proactive employee engagement and recognition programs.
Responsibilities:
Lead plant operations, overseeing manufacturing, engineering, quality, logistics, and HR.
Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement projects to optimize efficiency and quality.
Manage P&L, ensuring optimal financial performance and cost management.
Foster a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
Business Unit Manager
NIDEC AUTOMOTIVE MOTORS AMERICA Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua
January 2020 – June 2020
Company Overview: OEM specializes in electric motors for automotive systems, serving top customers such as Continental, Bosch, and GM.
Key Achievements:
Operational Efficiency: Increased OEE from 70% to 83% in four weeks, improving production output.
Inventory & Backlog Management: Eliminated a 45K backlog, achieving a +14K shift in just four weeks.
Customer Confidence: Regained customer trust through consistent delivery improvements, reducing management intervention.
Responsibilities:
Lead operations, ensuring quality standards and customer requirements are met.
Foster a collaborative, cross-functional team environment, improving productivity and delivery timelines.
Drive continuous improvement and implement world class manufacturing (WCM) principles.
Director of Operations (Multi-plant)
INVENTEC Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua
November 2015 – December 2019
Company Overview: Leading ODM for server, rack, and integrated solutions for top tech companies including Google, Apple, GE Healthcare, Raytheon, Uber, Facebook and Microsoft among many other.
Key Achievements:
Top Supplier Recognition: Recognized as the Top North American Supplier by Hewlett Packard Enterprise for 12 consecutive quarters.
Lean Manufacturing Excellence: Spearheaded 300+ lean projects, resulting in a 35% increase in productivity.
Customer Quality Performance: Achieved 99.98% customer quality performance in Q4 2019.
Employee Engagement: Reduced turnover from 15% to under 3%, cultivating a high-performance work culture.
Responsibilities:
Oversee daily operations, ensuring delivery, quality, and cost objectives are met.
Implement strategic goals and KPIs, fostering cross-functional collaboration.
Maintain customer relationships and ensure continuous improvement.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Electronics and Digital Systems Engineering. Instituto Tecnologico de Ciudad Juarez, 1988
18 Graduate Credits in Quality Control (Lean-Six Sigma). Instituto Tecnologico de Ciudad Juarez, 1990
Master of Arts in Organizational Management. University of Phoenix, Santa Teresa, NM, 2004
Verified Certificate: Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles. Harvard Business School, HarvardX, 2024
TECHNICAL SKILLS
ERP Systems: SAP, Syteline
Manufacturing Technologies: CNC, Robotics, Automated Cutting & Welding: SMT, PTH, AOI, ICT, Plastic Injection Molding
Microsoft Office Suite: Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, Word
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
Spanish (Native)
REFERENCES
Available under request
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/emaciass
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