Hector Vidal
About Hector Vidal
Hector Vidal is a seasoned manufacturing professional currently serving as the Sr. Director of Manufacturing and Plant Manager at Outset Medical, Inc. He has extensive experience in engineering and manufacturing roles across various companies, including Spectra-Physics and Iridex.
Current Role at Outset Medical
Hector Vidal currently serves as the Sr. Director of Manufacturing and Plant Manager at Outset Medical, Inc. He has held this position since 2023. In this role, he oversees manufacturing operations and ensures the efficiency and effectiveness of production processes. His responsibilities include managing teams, optimizing workflows, and implementing strategies to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
Previous Experience at Outset Medical
Hector Vidal has a substantial history with Outset Medical, Inc. Before his current role, he worked as the Director of Manufacturing Engineering from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, he served as Sr. Manager of Manufacturing Engineering from 2017 to 2021. His tenure at Outset Medical has involved significant contributions to manufacturing processes and engineering management.
Experience at Spectra-Physics
Hector Vidal has worked at Spectra-Physics in various engineering roles. He began as an Engineering Technician from 1995 to 1999 for four years. He then transitioned to an Electrical Engineer position, where he worked from 1999 to 2005 for six years. His experience at Spectra-Physics provided him with a strong foundation in engineering and manufacturing principles.
Experience at Iridex
Hector Vidal has held multiple positions at Iridex. He worked as a Manufacturing Engineer from 2005 to 2006 for eleven months. Following this, he served as Production Manager from 2006 to 2008 for two years in Mountain View, California. His roles at Iridex contributed to his expertise in manufacturing and production management.
Education and Qualifications
Hector Vidal studied Electrical Engineering at San Jose State University, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science degree. He also attended ISPJAM, furthering his educational background. His academic qualifications support his extensive experience in engineering and manufacturing roles.