José Cerón
About José Cerón
José Cerón serves as the Regional Launch Manager for the Regional Business Unit in Mexico at Faurecia Automotive Seating, with a career spanning over two decades in the automotive industry. He has held various managerial and engineering roles, demonstrating expertise in manufacturing processes and a strong ability to lead teams in high-pressure environments.
Current Role at Faurecia
José Cerón currently serves as the Regional Launch Manager for the Regional Business Unit (RBU) in Mexico, specifically overseeing Trim & JIT Plants. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the management and execution of various launch initiatives within the automotive seating sector. His role involves coordinating engineering changes and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient operations.
Previous Experience at Faurecia Automotive Seating
José Cerón has extensive experience at Faurecia Automotive Seating, where he held multiple positions over several years. He worked as a Regional Launch & Manufacturing Manager from 2012 to 2016, and prior to that, he served as Engineering Manager for the Cut & Sew division from 2010 to 2012. His tenure at Faurecia began in 1996, where he progressed through various roles, including Production Supervisor and Process Engineer, accumulating significant expertise in manufacturing processes.
Experience at Grammer Automotive Puebla
José Cerón worked at Grammer Automotive Puebla from 2006 to 2010 in various capacities. He served as Engineering Manager for two years and held the position of New Programs Launch Manager for another two years. His experience at Grammer contributed to his understanding of engineering management and program launches within the automotive industry.
Education and Expertise
José Cerón studied at Instituto Tecnológico de Puebla, where he earned a degree in Industrial Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in thermal engineering from 1990 to 1995. His educational background supports his extensive experience in managing engineering changes and manufacturing processes, particularly in areas such as foaming, cut & sew, assembly, and upholstery.
Management Skills and Leadership
José Cerón is recognized for his strong management skills and leadership capabilities, particularly in high-pressure environments. He is known for building high-performance work teams across engineering, quality, and maintenance departments. His proactive and breakthrough mindset is characterized by persistence and dedication, which has contributed to his success in various roles throughout his career.