1. H. Bradley Torres
(787) 565-6637 / torres.heriberto28@gmail.com
Summary of Qualifications
A fully bilingual Lean Manufacturing Process Engineer Manager with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical
Engineering from an ABET Accredited University and five (5) years of advanced experience in the Pharmaceutical
(FDA Regulated) Manufacturing, Packaging and Utilities Roles. A Six Sigma Academy trained Candidate
dexterous in Lean Manufacturing (Six Sigma Tools) and Continuous Improvement (CI), HVAC Systems, lead
multiple projects (testing, construction, equipment, electronics, programs, etc) from beginning to completion while
simultaneously meeting company metrics, provides in-depth troubleshooting, great analytical skills, cost reduction
concepts, process system reliability improvements. Revered by peers as having a follow-through mindset, a team
player, collaborative and self-driven. Excellent leadership and organizational Skills, Computer literate in Pareto
Generation, Data Entry, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Reader, Photo Shop and Internet.
Fully bilingual English and Spanish.
Core Competencies:
 Champion of managing multiple Continuous
Improvement (CI) Projects in an FDA regulated
environment (CGMP, CFRs, etc)
 Strong Leadership and hands-on approach
 Dexterous in identifying and removing losses in
process parameters through the use of Lean
Manufacturing Tools (Six Sigma Tools: 5 Whys,
Fishbone, 6W-2H, etc)
 Extensive experienced in Breakdown Analysis and
Loss Elimination (PM Card)
 Advanced knowledge and first-hand experience to
Kick-Start and complete large funded projects.
 System Automation to optimize performance.
Professional Experience
Olay LLC / Procter & Gamble, Cayey, Puerto Rico
Process Engineer - Operations and Utilities Manager 2011 to present
 Champion of applying DFM streamline Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing tools (DMAIC, 5 Whys, Fishbone,
6W-2H, OPL, Kaizen, etc) to improve Process Development.
 Collaborate with Six Sigma leadership teams and Champions to identify and implement improvement
opportunities and establish project goals, strategies, and priorities.
 Actively lead multiple Continuous Improvements (CI) and Process Improvement (PI) projects that resulted
in Production Increase through design, testing and development. Using tools such as GSUM.
 Automation of Systems, Processes and Equipment to increase productivity and reduce the human factor
and optimize performance.
 Champion of reducing process cycle time, overall cost and eliminating waste utilizing Lean tool expertise.
 Applied Lean Analysis to increase, manage and sustain Product Reliability PR, Quality and OSHA Safety
goals.
 Supports Process Development activities to meet and exceed targeted metrics with the purpose of
offsetting cost growth with cost productivity initiatives.
 Utilization of loss elimination tool (UPS Tools) to identify and remove breakdown BD and process failure
PF reoccurrence.
 Work order (WO) generation, implementation, improvement and analysis via Automated Maintenance
tools such as Prophecy (Similar to PML).
 Develop and complete CAPAs (Corrective Action & Preventive Action management).
 Expertise in Quality Assurance (QA) Validation of Construction, Equipment (Electrical Components,
Computer Programs, Processes, etc.) via: Change Control (CC), Change Order (CO), Testing, Equipment
Qualifications EQ, Process Qualification PQ, Installation Qualification IQ, Operational Qualification OQ,
regulated document control management, Standard Operational Procedure (SOP) generation and
approval.
 Knowledge in HVAC Systems, Machine Shop (GD&T, ASTM. ASME), Waste Water Treatment (WWTP)
and Reverse Osmosis (RO) water system operation.

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 Highly experienced in document generation for training such as: SOPs, Job Aids and One Point Lessons
to improve operational understanding to acquire reliable performance.
 Extensive knowledge of core areas within Operations (Production, Finance, Quality, Planning, SAP, etc.).
 Established processes, benchmarks, tracking systems, timelines, and procedures for implementation and
sustainability for best practices.
 Communicates progress and results as required, ensuring an on-going training discipline to maintain
improvements. This enforces accountability with all functional groups for implementation of best practices.
 Daily lead shift meetings and distributed specified assignments to over 15 members to achieve and
maintain results.
Accomplishments
 Completed the Six Sigma Academy training course provided by ASQ (Puerto Rican Section). Now a
candidate for the certification on October 1st 2016.
 Lead a project applying Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing tools to increased equipment uptime and reduce
downtime to maximize Process Development and production.
 Reduced $200K yearly in company costs by being the start-up leader for the P&G Clarifier Tank Project.
 Lead the Utilities Consumption Reduction Project to save the company $20K yearly.
 Reduced $30K in yearly operational costs while complying with Project Validation requirements and
company target metrics (Costs, Safety, Quality, Target Dates).
 Successfully helmed as Start-Up Leader for the DFM Tank Replacement Project (10 Tonne & 6 Tonne
Tanks) while managing Contractors, OEMs, Solidworks Designs and complying with target objective
requirements (Dates, safety and quality).
 Startup leader for the Well Water Project; which involved Engineering Design, construction, Team
Charter, Turn Over Package (TOP) and start up phase while complying with government and
environmental laws and regulations.
 With acquired engineering knowledge and technical abilities (CNC, Solidworks and Pro E programs), I led
a team to design, build and compete a Formula Racing vehicle in California during my college years.
 Identified, established and validated the automation of a computer Program Logic System to comply with
operational and quality based requirements.
Education
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico (ABET Accredited)
Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering BSME
Relevant coursework:
 Medical Device Technologies (PMA,510K, Regulation ISO 9001)
 Manufacturing Technologies
 Lean (5S and DMAIC) Manufacturing
 Aerodynamics (Payload, Lift, Drag)
 Operations Planning and Control
 Process Engineering
 Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CAD) Programs: Solidworks, Pro E, Ansys and LabView
 Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
 Engineering Management
 Applied Numerical Analysis
 Intermediate Fluid Mechanics
 Thermodynamics I & II
 Heat Transfer I & II
 Mechanism Design
 Engineering Materials
 Solid Mechanics I & II
 Design of Machine Elements I & II
 Manufacturing Engineering Laboratory (GD&T, ASTM)
 Manufacturing Engineering
 System Dynamics and Control (Electronics)
 Mechatronics
 Robotics (PLC)
 Thermal Systems Laboratory (Tensile Stress, Quenching, Injection Molding)
 Computer Aided Engineering Laboratory