I seek Senior Project Manager, Operations Lead, or TPM roles. I leverage 15+ yrs of experience, Mechatronics Engineering, and an MBA to bridge technical operations, data analytics, and strategic goals. I thrive leading Industry 4.0, MES, and digitalization initiatives in remote teams focused on continuous improvement and measurable business impact.
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Carlos Hernandez
@carloshernandez
Mechatronics Engineer & MBA with 15+ yrs leading automotive manufacturing, Lean operations, Industry 4.0, and digital transformation initiatives.
MexicoWhat I'm looking for
I've led manufacturing digitalization and Lean operations at Bosch Automotive Electronics, most recently managing MES operations and projects, cybersecurity, Industry 4.0, and data analytics teams. I align plant transformation initiatives with leadership priorities and build KPI dashboards using Power BI and SQL MES data.
Key achievements across Bosch & KEMET include:
Directed BPS, industrial engineering, internal logistics, and Industry 4.0 functions, including a greenfield plant start-up.
Delivered measurable value: $73K in annual savings via shop-floor data collection tools and $40K in cost avoidance through MES production tracking.
Achieved full Lean standardization, training 90% of indirect associates and delivering a 100% BPS Essentials audit score.
Progressed from maintenance support and process engineering to Manufacturing Engineering Plant Group Leader at KEMET.
I hold a B.S. in Mechatronics Engineering and an MBA in Finance, combining deep technical capability with strategic business execution.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
MFD (Manufacturing Data Systems) Manager
May 2025 - May 2026 (1 year)
Led MES Operations & Projects, Cyber Security, i4.0 and Data Analytics Teams. Spearheaded the plant's digital transformation strategy and managed the department's budget for headcount, capital investments, and operational expenses.
BPS-IE + I4.0 + Internal Logistics Manager
Nov 2022 - May 2025 (2 years 6 months)
Responsible for BPS, Industrial Engineering, I4.0 and Internal Logistics departments at Bosch Celaya Plant. Defined and implemented the digitalization strategy of the plant and managed the department's budget.
Integrated BPS, IE and I4.0 departments generating a new organizational structure. Delivered $73K USD in annual cost savings by architecting and deploying custom Industry 4.0 software solutions.
Led the successful greenfield plant start-up from the ground up deploying full Lean manufacturing infrastructure on schedule. Trained and certified 90% of plant indirect associates in BPS Basics and Lean Logistics fundamentals.
General Project Coordinator (Project Management Office)
Aug 2018 - Jan 2019 (5 months)
Identified Value Stream improvement areas by creating VSM/VSD and Bubble Diagrams. Reduced inventories by implementing Consumption Control Principle in 8 Final Assembly Lines and improved Customer Service Level by implementing Pull Principle.
Junior Manager Program (Manufacturing)
May 2016 - Aug 2018 (2 years 3 months)
Participated in a rotational program across multiple stages, leading projects in software development, process improvement, and cost savings. Achieved savings of $374K USD and stable customer service level up to 95.6%.
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Manufacturing Engineering Plant Group Leader
Kemet de México S.A. de C.V.
Jun 2014 - May 2016 (1 year 11 months)
Led manufacturing engineering activities across multiple plants, focusing on process improvement and operational efficiency.
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Process Engineer
Kemet de México S.A. de C.V.
Jan 2014 - Jun 2014 (5 months)
Supported manufacturing processes and contributed to process optimization initiatives.
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Maintenance Support Engineer
Kemet de México S.A. de C.V.
Aug 2012 - Jan 2014 (1 year 5 months)
Provided maintenance support for manufacturing equipment and systems, ensuring operational reliability.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
Project Management Diploma, Project Management
2016 - 2017
Completed a Project Management Diploma for PMI Certification from August 2016 to March 2017.
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Universidad TecMilenio
Master of Business Administration, Finance
Earned a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Finance in August 2015.
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
Bachelor of Science, Mechatronics Engineering
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering in May 2010.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Looking for a job
Location
MexicoAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
60k-90k USD
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Job categories
Skills
Manufacturing OperationsIndustrial DigitalizationIndustry 4.0Manufacturing Execution SystemsCybersecurityData AnalysisPower BISQLLean ManufacturingBosch Production SystemIndustrial EngineeringInternal LogisticsSupply Chain OptimizationProject ManagementBudget ManagementTeam LeadershipAutomationSoftware DevelopmentRobotic Process AutomationWeb DevelopmentWindows Application DevelopmentKPI DashboardsContinuous ImprovementValue Stream MappingValue Stream DesignBubble DiagramAndon SystemsHeijunkaFIFOSupermarketsPull PrincipleShop Floor Data Collection and Connectivity
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