Sien Cortez
About Sien Cortez
Sien Cortez is a Product/Process Engineer with extensive experience in manufacturing operations, currently working at Plexus Corp. in Penang, Malaysia, since 2016. He specializes in aerospace and defense products, leading efforts in process set-up, Bill of Materials structure, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Work at Plexus
Sien Cortez has been employed at Plexus Corp. as a Product/Process Engineer since 2016. In this role, he leads the setup of new machines and processes to ensure efficient manufacturing operations that align with customer requirements. He serves as the technical expert for Plexus site manufacturing, focusing on aerospace and defense sector products. His responsibilities include determining the Bill of Materials (BOM) structure and developing build-through strategies for these specialized products. Cortez also engages in design for manufacturability discussions with customers to enhance product manufacturability and profitability.
Education and Expertise
Sien Cortez earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering from Laguna State Polytechnic University (LSPU) in Santa Cruz. His studies spanned from 2003 to 2008, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles. This educational background supports his current role at Plexus, where he applies his expertise in manufacturing processes, particularly in the aerospace and defense sectors.
Background
Before joining Plexus Corp., Sien Cortez worked at Ionics-EMS Inc. as a Process Engineer II from 2009 to 2016. During his seven years at Ionics-EMS, he developed skills in process engineering and contributed to various manufacturing projects. His experience in the Philippines equipped him with practical knowledge in engineering processes, which he later applied in his current position in Penang, Malaysia.
Achievements in Process Engineering
In his current role, Sien Cortez acts as the focal person for selective conformal coating programming, utilizing PVA Delta 8 and PVA 6000 machines. He supervises engineering technicians assigned to the conformal coating process and drives continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing defects and enhancing yields. His leadership in these areas contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of manufacturing operations at Plexus.