Rafael Martins
About Rafael Martins
Rafael Martins is the Operational Excellence Manager at Freudenberg Performance Materials in Macon, Georgia, with extensive experience in quality management and Lean Manufacturing practices.
Company
Rafael Martins is currently working at Freudenberg Performance Materials as an Operational Excellence Manager. He has been with the company since 2014 and continues to hold this role in Macon, Georgia, United States. Previously, he held the position of Senior Production Coordinator at Freudenberg Performance Materials from 2012 to 2014 in Jacareí, SP.
Title
Rafael Martins serves as the Operational Excellence Manager at Freudenberg Performance Materials. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining high standards of quality within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Rafael Martins completed his Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Campinas in 2006. Later, he pursued a Post Graduate degree in Quality Management System at Universidade Estadual de Campinas, which he completed in 2011. His education has equipped him with a solid foundation in chemical processes and quality management.
Professional Background
Rafael Martins started his career with 3M do Brasil Ltda. as a Supplier Quality Specialist, where he worked from 2002 to 2012 in Sumaré, SP. He then joined Freudenberg Performance Materials in 2012, initially serving as a Senior Production Coordinator before being promoted to Operational Excellence Manager in 2014. He has over two decades of experience in quality management, production coordination, and operational excellence.
Operational Excellence Projects
Rafael Martins has implemented and maintained ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications for FPM Brazil. He led the implementation of Lean Manufacturing practices on the shop floor, including 5S, Visual Management, LPMS, and OEE. Additionally, he provided specialized training on Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing tools such as DMAIC and DMADOV, and coordinated all quality control structures on the shop floor at FPM Brazil. His efforts have significantly contributed to operational improvements and customer satisfaction.