Fernando Sebastian Chávez Santana
About Fernando Sebastian Chávez Santana
Fernando Sebastian Chávez Santana is a Manufacturing Supervisor with extensive experience in Lean Manufacturing and team leadership. He has worked at Biosense Webster and other companies, overseeing production teams and promoting continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.
Current Role at BioSense Webster
Fernando Sebastian Chávez Santana serves as a Manufacturing Supervisor at BioSense Webster, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he supervises a team of 70-120 production associates and collaborates with various departments to meet business unit objectives. He leads quality follow-ups with process engineering teams to address non-conformance records and customer complaints. His responsibilities also include managing JD-Edwards and SAP systems to support manufacturing operations.
Previous Experience in Manufacturing
Prior to his current role, Fernando worked at BioSense Webster as a Lean Manufacturing Engineer from 2017 to 2018. He also held the position of Manufacturing Supervisor at Batesville from 2016 to 2017 and served as a Manufacturing Engineer at Honeywell Aerospace from 2015 to 2016. His experience spans various manufacturing environments, where he has focused on promoting Lean Manufacturing practices and continuous improvement.
Education and Qualifications
Fernando studied Industrial Engineering at Centro de Alta Tecnología (CENALTEC), where he achieved a Lean Manufacturing Diploma in 2016. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology from Universidad Politecnica de Chihuahua, completed in 2016. More recently, he earned a Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from Universidad Tecmilenio, which he completed in 2023.
Lean Manufacturing Initiatives
Fernando promotes a Lean Manufacturing culture among associates to drive continuous improvement and financial savings. He evaluates, plans, coordinates, implements, and monitors Kaizens aimed at reducing waste and increasing process flexibility. His efforts contribute to operational efficiency and enhanced productivity within the manufacturing environment.
Audit and Compliance Experience
Fernando has guided auditors through internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with quality systems and production engineering teams. His experience in quality assurance and compliance plays a crucial role in maintaining operational standards and addressing any discrepancies in manufacturing processes.