Carlos Badilla S.
About Carlos Badilla S.
Carlos Badilla S. is the Lead Quality Control & Asset Performance at thyssenkrupp in Antofagasta, Chile, with extensive experience in electronics, metrology, and quality assurance.
Current Role at thyssenkrupp
Carlos Badilla S. currently serves as Lead Quality Control & Asset Performance at thyssenkrupp in Antofagasta, Chile. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring and maximizing the Time Between Overhaul (TBO) and Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA) of repairs and fabrications. His focus on asset performance emphasizes his expertise in maintaining high standards for both preventive and corrective maintenance.
Previous Experience
Carlos Badilla S. has a robust work history, including his tenure at thyssenkrupp as an Ingeniero QA/QC from 2016 to 2020. Prior to this, he worked at Metso Minerals (Chile) S.A. as Jefe de Control de Calidad MSC from 2014 to 2016. His earlier roles include positions at INTEGPRO SPA, Komatsu Chile S.A., and Ferrocarril de Antofagasta a Bolivia. Carlos has also contributed his expertise at Fuerza Aérea de Chile as Técnico Electrónico, Especialista en Metrologia for 11 years, highlighting his extensive background in electronic and maintenance fields.
Educational Background
Carlos Badilla S. completed his diploma in Mantenimiento, Confiabilidad y Análisis de Fallas Mecánicas at Universidad de Concepción in 2013. He also holds an Ingeniero Ejecución Industrial degree from Universidad de Los Lagos, achieved between 2006 and 2009. His education has been instrumental in developing his skills in fault analysis, reliability, and maintenance quality assurance.
Expertise in Fault Analysis and Metrology
Carlos has developed significant expertise in fault analysis and reliability-centered maintenance, particularly in traction motors and rolling stock. He has skills in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and formulating improvement plans to enhance maintenance procedures. His qualifications include certifications in metrology, reflecting a deep understanding of precise measurement and quality control in aeronautical equipment and beyond.
Leadership in Quality Control
In his various roles, Carlos has consistently led initiatives to ensure high standards in quality control and asset performance. He has been responsible for accrediting the quality of repairs and fabrications at service centers, effectively utilizing assigned resources. His leadership has been pivotal in maintaining rigorous quality assurance measures, emphasizing both theoretical and practical applications in his field.