Francisco G. Ceron-Sagastume

About Francisco G. Ceron-Sagastume

Ever wonder what truly unlocks exponential growth in complex organizations? My 13+ years of global experience have shown me it\'s through purpose-driven transformation grounded in the synergy of people and smart systems.As a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and seasoned leader in large-scale program management, I’ve consistently delivered significant gains in efficiency and productivity. My expertise spans engineering process optimization, digital enablement, and operational excellence, where I excel at both streamlining complex workflows and leading teams to implement scalable digital solutions. I’ve led and mentored teams of 5–15+ interns and early-career professionals, developing high-potential talent through structured guidance, coaching, and real-world project ownership. By fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement mindsets early on, I’ve built a strong pipeline of future leaders while ensuring impactful contributions to organizational goals. I’m recognized for my proven ability to lead cross-functional and multinational teams, aligning engineering with business strategy, fostering robust collaboration, and driving measurable improvements in speed, quality, and cost. I thrive on leading change in dynamic environments, building high-impact cultures of continuous improvement, and identifying those crucial leverage points where people and systems can truly harmonize.I\'m passionate about mentoring, sharing practical insights, and leading by example to elevate team performance. As a strategic thinker who values open communication and strong partnerships, I\'m energized by the challenge of adapting and influencing positive outcomes in dynamic global environments.Let\'s talk about how we can bring that energy and transformative leadership to your organization.

Experience

1. Quality and Continuous Improvement Leader - Grid Automation

   Hitachi Energy

   Apr 2024 — Present

Education

• North Carolina State University

  Bachelor's, Textile Engineering

  2007 — 2012

• North Carolina State University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

Skills

• Customer Service
• Testing
• Sharepoint
• Interviews
• Spanish
• Problem Solving
• Microsoft Word
• Medical Devices
• Capa
• Teamwork
• Sql
• Employee Relations
• Sap Erp
• Quality System
• Test Management
• Scar
• Process Improvement
• Excel
• Materials
• Requirements Analysis
• Textiles
• Continuous Improvement
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Program Management
• Research
• Business Analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Innovation
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• Sap
• Test Planning
• Sourcing
• Regression Testing
• Management
• Product Development
• Microsoft Excel
• Engineering
• Root Cause Analysis
• R&D
• Data Analysis