Rafael Lopez Cepero
About Rafael Lopez Cepero
Rafael Lopez Cepero is the Director of Operations at Boston Scientific in Dorado, Puerto Rico, with over twenty years of experience in the medical device industry.
Company
Rafael Lopez Cepero currently works at Boston Scientific as the Director of Operations. He has been with the company since 2015 and is based in Dorado, Puerto Rico. Previously, he held the position of Site Plant Manager at Boston Scientific from 2014 to 2015 in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Title
Rafael Lopez Cepero holds the title of Director of Operations at Boston Scientific. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing operational functions and ensuring the efficient production of medical devices.
Education and Expertise
Rafael Lopez Cepero earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez. He furthered his expertise by obtaining a Master in Engineering Management. He has extensive experience in coordinating complex product transfers, initiating new operations, and strategic planning within the medical device industry.
Background
Rafael Lopez Cepero has an extensive professional background in the medical device industry. He has over twenty years of experience working in FDA-regulated companies, providing him with a deep understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements. His prior roles include positions at Bayer HealthCare, Abbott Laboratories, and CPI del Caribe / Guidant across various locations, including Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and the USA.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Rafael Lopez Cepero has demonstrated significant achievements in operations management. At Boston Scientific's Dorado site, he oversees approximately 750 employees dedicated to the manufacturing of Neuromodulation and Rhythm Management leads. His hands-on experience in developing and supporting medical devices and their processes stands out prominently in his professional journey.