Richard P. Castañeda
About Richard P. Castañeda
Richard P. Castañeda serves as the Director of Quality Assurance, Compliance, and EHS&S at Fort Wayne Metals, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in quality assurance and engineering across various companies, including Biomet and General Motors.
Work at Fort Wayne Metals
Richard P. Castañeda has served as the Director of Quality Assurance, Compliance, and EHS&S at Fort Wayne Metals since 2017. In this role, he focuses on optimizing current resources and improving plant metrics to align with both medical and non-medical business strategies. His responsibilities include strategic oversight to ensure alignment across multiple facilities, including two in Ohio and one in Ireland. He actively participates in third-party inspections and customer business reviews, contributing to the company's commitment to quality and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Richard P. Castañeda holds a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership from the University of Saint Francis. He also studied at the New Jersey Institute of Technology from 1988 to 1993. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in quality assurance and compliance within the manufacturing sector, particularly in medical device and automotive industries.
Background
Castañeda has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. His career includes positions at Datascope, Biomet, General Motors, and Zimmer Biomet. He has held roles such as Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineer Manager, and Director of Quality Assurance, accumulating significant experience in quality control and regulatory compliance.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Richard P. Castañeda has been responsible for the development of strategic plans that support both medical and non-medical business sectors. He has participated in the Diversity & Inclusion Council, aiming to foster an inclusive workplace environment. His involvement in third-party inspections and customer reviews highlights his commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.