Over the last 10 years, Andres has increasingly focused on business process automation and digital transformation, bridging the gap between “old-school” operations and the “new world” of digitization and automation.
Andres can expertly analyze the current state of service and manufacturing operations and identify specific opportunities to significantly impact velocity, quality, and productivity—in addition to developing and executing detailed plans for implementing and maintaining these improvements.
Andres has extensive experience in process improvement, from targeted optimizations to reengineering end-to-end value streams. He applies the right-fit approach and tools for high-impact results, including Lean Six Sigma (LSS), Kaizen events, statistical process control, Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing, pull systems, and KPI-driven management dashboards.
He has led enterprise-level deployments of quality systems such as LSS and CMMI, driven business process automation using Excel VBA, MS Power Automate, and RPA, and managed process improvement teams and large-scale projects. His expertise spans government, manufacturing, financial services, IT, and healthcare industries.
Andres holds a BSEE from Florida International University and an MBA from the University of Michigan. He is proficient in MS Power Platform, SQL, SharePoint, Visio, MiniTab, Jira, and MS Project.
Certifications include LSS Master Black Belt (Accenture), Six Sigma Black Belt (ASQ), Supply Chain Transformation Architect Candidate (MetaOps), and Lean IT (Quint Group).
Manufacturing
7+ Years of Experience
Machinery & Equipment
Andres has extensive experience in the machinery and equipment industry, specializing in the manufacturing of critical electrical and HVAC components. His expertise includes producing windings for industrial motors and generators using a B-stage prepreg mica tape insulation system, as well as manufacturing GE medium AC motors. He has also contributed to the production of HVAC flow control valves and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units. Additionally, Andres has experience with air conditioning equipment designed for critical applications, such as server rooms, ensuring optimal performance in high-stakes environments.
Other Manufacturing
Andres brings experience across manufacturing industries, with a focus on advanced processes for electronic and industrial applications. He has worked on IBM mainframe memory arrays, applying laser ablation techniques for VLSI manufacturing on ceramic substrates. His background also includes wiring assembly for power supply equipment. In addition, Andres contributed to the production of industrial magnets and cryogenic systems for the Department of Energy’s Superconducting Super Collider (SSCL) proton accelerator, supporting high-precision, leading-edge technologies.
Service/Transactional
12+ Years of Experience
Government & Public Sector
Andres has significant experience in the government and public sector, particularly in process improvement and data analytics. He has played a key role in deploying Lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodologies for both the U.S. Postal Service and the U.S. Department of Defense, driving efficiency and operational excellence. Additionally, he has applied data analytics to support the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), leveraging insights to enhance decision-making and program effectiveness.
Banking
Andres has extensive experience in the banking sector, specializing in process optimization and automation. He has led process engineering initiatives for retail banking, improving efficiency and operational effectiveness. Additionally, he has conducted in-depth operations analysis for the wealth management vertical, identifying opportunities for performance enhancement. His expertise also includes developing business process automation tools to streamline workflows and increase productivity.
Financial Services
Andres has experience in the financial services sector, particularly in residential mortgage operations. He has worked across the full mortgage origination process, from preapproval to post-closing and sale into the secondary market. Additionally, he has expertise in residential mortgage servicing, ensuring efficient loan management and compliance with industry regulations.
Healthcare
Andres has experience in the healthcare sector, particularly in optimizing clinical operations through technology. He played a key role in developing, implementing, and maintaining a business process IT tool for managing patient referrals at the University of South Florida Health Clinical Services BRIDGE clinic. His work improved workflow efficiency and streamlined patient referral management, enhancing overall healthcare service delivery.
Technology
16+ Years of Experience
Software Development
Andres has extensive experience in software development, with a focus on quality assurance and process optimization. He has developed business process automation tools to streamline operations and improve efficiency. His expertise includes working within Agile methodologies to enhance software development workflows and ensure rapid adaptability. Additionally, he is well-versed in the CMMI framework, applying industry best practices to improve software quality and organizational performance.