Andres Fraute
Operations Engineering Lead @Mana Products
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WORK HISTORY
Operations Engineering Lead @Mana Products
NY, US
Led a cross-functional team of engineers/technicians to support continuous improvement, and process optimization in a high-volume cosmetics production facility-Drove process development and scale-up for new cosmetic products, including filling line setup and assembly sequencing, ensuring efficient transition from lab to full-scale production-Coordinated with production, quality, and maintenance departments to resolve bottlenecks and implement root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring issues-Oversaw equipment installations and process modifications, ensuring compliance with GMP, safety, and environmental standards-Directed end-to-end NPI projects combining cost modeling, engineering economics, and project management to assess feasibility, define BOMs/routings, and align production plans. Managed line trials, tooling validation, and supply coordination for seamless launches- Executed equipment qualifications (IQ/OQ/PQ) and process validations, establishing robust, GMP-compliant processes enabling commercialization-Analyzed and recommended DFM/DFA design changes to optimize processes, improve quality, favor automation, and reduce time-to-market-Trained and mentored team members on Lean tools (5S, Kaizen, waste reduction), resulting in improved line efficiency and team engagement.
EDUCATION
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
RPIE, Engineering
Rochester Institute of Technology
Micromaster degree, Project Management
Universidad Nacional Experimental Politécnica 'Antonio José de Sucre'
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
Technical University of Munich
TUM Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Manufacturing Engineering
ABOUT ANDRES FRAUTE
Engineer with 7 years of experience in consumer goods and manufacturing, specializing in process development, production, supply management, and procurement of supplies and services. Over 3 years of experience in the cosmetics industry, with proven success in developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing and filling processes to improve quality and efficiency. Strong focus on filling line adaptation, adjusting equipment, parameters, and setups to accommodate new or complex product textures, packaging formats, and production requirements. Skilled in technology transfer, including moving products from lab concepts to pilot and full production, validating processes, and ensuring smooth cross-functional collaboration. Experienced in production equipment costing, capacity assessments, and supporting capital expenditure decisions to ensure operational and financial feasibility.
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