Quality Assurance Regulatory Compliance

Roberto M. Sanchez

Executive Leader – Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Strategic and results-oriented executive with 15+ years of cross-industry experience in quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and global operations leadership. Expertise in driving operational excellence through process optimization, risk management, and execution of large-scale compliance audits in regulated sectors such as aerospace, railroad, energy, and manufacturing. Proven ability to lead high-impact programs that ensure adherence to international standards. Demonstrated success as a board member, thought leader, and published author in regulatory strategy, charitable fundraising, leadership, and non-destructive testing

(NDT). Committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and achieving measurable organizational outcomes.

Leadership & Professional Affiliations: Chairman of the Board of Directors for High Twelve International Inc., Board of Directors Houston Shrine Hospital, Board of Directors for Q Foundation for Kids, Board of Directors for the Supreme Council Tall Cedars of Lebanon International, and Board of Directors for the Houston Masonic Library & Museum. EDUCATION

University of Houston Houston, Texas

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology 2005 – 2009

Bachelor of Arts in History

University of Houston-Downtown, Davies College of Business Houston, Texas Master of Business Administration Concentration in Leadership 2020 – 2022 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Greenbrier Companies Lake Oswego, Oregon

Director of NDT Program & Sr. Regulatory Manager 2019 – 2025

• Directed Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) operations across the company's global facilities, upholding 100% adherence to industry-leading quality standards.

• Executed comprehensive regulatory audits to maintain strict adherence to AAR and FRA standards.

• Oversaw the development and implementation of HazMat and NDT training programs as a certified trainer and program manager.

• Led process improvements and strategic quality initiatives to optimize production workflows and regulatory adherence.

• Authored and translated technical procedural manuals to ensure customer clarity and full compliance with national and government regulations.

• Evaluated production process for railcars, driving improvements in safety and performance. Houston Masonic Library and Museum Foundation Houston, Texas Director, Curator 2005 – 2024

• Oversaw historical preservation and archival management, enhancing educational outreach efforts.

• Developed museum programs and research initiatives, increasing public engagement. Salco Products Lemont, Illinois

Performance Assurance Engineer 2017 – 2019

• Led quality assurance and regulatory audits, ensuring AAR and FRA compliance for multi-million- dollar customer projects.

• Conducted comprehensive inspections and audits of railcar manufacturing process to uphold rigorous quality standards.

• Facilitated Hazmat and NDT training programs, ensuring full compliance with national safety protocols and regulatory quality standards.

• Developed technical manuals and procedures tailored to meet customer-specific regulatory requirements.

Watco Supply Chain Services Pittsburg, Kansas

Performance Assurance Engineer 2014 – 2017

• Implemented and supervised Quality Assurance programs, ensuring optimal manufacturing performance and regulatory compliance.

• Conducted audits, inspections, and procedural evaluations to maintain high-quality production standards.

United Access Houston, Texas

Project Quality Manager 2010 – 2014

• Managed the execution of over 300 infrastructure projects, streamlining execution, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

• Formulated a strategic business plan that expanded revenue and optimized operational workflows. CORE COMPETENCIES

• Leadership & Strategy: Strategic Planning and Execution, Team Building & Executive Leadership, Organizational Development, Communication & Stakeholder Management.

• Operational Excellence: Operational Efficiency, Process & Workflow Optimization, Data-Driven Decision Making.

• Compliance & Regulatory Expertise: AAR/FRA Compliance, HazMat Training, Regulatory Audits, Risk Management, Quality Assurance.

• Technical & Operational Skills: Process Optimization, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), Data Analytics

• Financial & Business Acumen: Budget Management, Cost Control, Business Development

• Certifications: AAR Advanced Auditor Certification, NDT Level II (VT, PT, MT, LT, UT, UTT, RVI) - SNT-TC-

• Languages: Fluent in Spanish

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