Fernando Martins

Experience

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  Volkswagen do Brasil

  Sept 2004 - now

  Body-in-White Line PlanningAs a specialist in Body-in-White line planning, I am responsible for developing and managing new manufacturing processes, including:Preparing technical specifications for procurementManaging acquisitions and importsOverseeing equipment installationDelivering fully operational processes that meet all project requirements and final acceptance standardsKey Achievements:Contributed to the development of a strategy that enabled the early operation of processes during pre-series production, achieving 100% inline body manufacturing.Led the implementation of Volkswagen Brazil’s first inpicker system as the project coordinator.Successfully managed project budgets by coordinating the reuse of equipment across plants.Directed the outsourcing of assemblies, delivering significant cost savings for the project.This experience highlights my ability to deliver innovative solutions and optimize processes while maintaining alignment with project budgets and strategic goals. Show less Toolmaker – Maintenance DepartmentFor 12 years, I worked as a Toolmaker in the Maintenance Department, specializing in cutting, bending, and drawing dies. My responsibilities included:Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on high-precision stamping tools.Implementing dimensional improvements to ensure tool performance and product quality.Troubleshooting and repairing complex tooling systems to minimize downtime.Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance tool longevity.This role allowed me to develop strong technical expertise in die maintenance and a proactive approach to problem-solving in high-demand manufacturing environments. Show less

  • Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer

    Mar 2016 - now

  • Tooling Technician

    Sept 2004 - Feb 2016