Jose R. Rivera Villafañe, MBA, Crl, Cmrp
About Jose R. Rivera Villafañe, MBA, Crl, Cmrp
Jose R. Rivera Villafañe, MBA, Crl, Cmrp, is the Sr. Packaging & Reliability Maintenance Supervisor at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Manati, PR. He has extensive experience in engineering and maintenance roles across several pharmaceutical companies in Puerto Rico.
Title and Current Role
Jose R. Rivera Villafañe holds the position of Sr. Packaging & Reliability Maintenance Supervisor at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Manati, Puerto Rico. His responsibilities include overseeing the maintenance and reliability of packaging equipment, implementing and managing reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) programs, ensuring compliance with Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) metrics, and adhering to packaging schedules.
Professional Experience
Jose R. Rivera Villafañe has extensive experience in the field of engineering and maintenance supervision. He has been with Bristol-Myers Squibb since 2011, initially serving as an Engineering Maintenance Supervisor before taking on his current role. His career spans a variety of companies including Amgen, Pfizer, and Merck, where he held positions such as Process Owner/System Owner, Quality Flow Improver, Process Engineer, Drug Product Supervisor, Process Scientist, and Quality Control Auditor. His professional journey demonstrates a significant focus on continuous improvement and reliability in manufacturing and packaging processes.
Educational Background
Jose R. Rivera Villafañe completed his Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Project Management from the Ana G. Méndez University System USA from 2014 to 2017. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering (BSChE) from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, where he studied from 1990 to 1995. His educational background underpins his technical expertise and leadership skills in engineering and maintenance roles.
Certifications
Jose R. Rivera Villafañe holds several esteemed certifications in his field. He is a Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) and a Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP). These certifications affirm his expertise and commitment to maintaining high standards in maintenance operations and reliability.
Technical Expertise
Jose R. Rivera Villafañe has built a strong foundation in technical expertise within both manufacturing and packaging processes. He has implemented a Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) program specifically targeting the packaging and inspection areas at Bristol-Myers Squibb. His focus on analyzing and improving maintenance programs based on collected RCM data supports continuous improvement initiatives and ensures equipment compliance with OEE metrics.