Estrella Hernandez

Experience

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  Texas A&M University

  Oct 2018 - Dec 2021

  Student Technician

  - Support and provide technical assistance to faculty, teaching assistants, staff, and lab users from different departments under the College of Engineering - Ensure lab users safely conduct experiments and follow lab safety rules and regulations - Assist with troubleshooting and maintenance of different equipment - Assist manager and technicians with creating standard operating procedures, maintenance, and troubleshooting notes

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  Student Engineers'​ Council at Texas A&M University

  May 2020 - Aug 2020

  SEC Directed Internship

  -Enhanced leadership, communication, and business skills through an interactive program conducted by industry experts -Collaborated in a team with 4 interns in a project statement dedicated to providing a manufacturable solution to changing cities due to autonomous vehicles-Training sessions included topics such as Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills, Oral and Written Communications, Relevant Work Experience and Creativity and Problem Solving

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  Clarios

  May 2021 - Aug 2021

  Industrial Engineering Intern

  • Collaborated with manufacturing and industrial engineers to implement a system that increased weekly productivity by 3% by eliminating waste • Produced the proposal of a layout optimization to reduce walk time per changeover using strategy deployment • Collected data and performed data mining and analysis to standardize machinery that will reduce changeover time • Monitored and analyzed time required for workflow and process to create a standard work

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  Bimbo Bakeries USA

  Jan 2022 - now

  - Led efforts to standardize the look and feel of BBU manufacturing facilities to enhance the associate experience. - Collaborated with a cross-functional team to create a continuously evolving, clear, and actionable standards guide to assist leaders when renovating a space. - Partnered with the procurement team to source vendors and secure optimal pricing.- Created an assessment tool to evaluate current conditions, identify opportunity areas, and promote long term sustainability. • Utilized change management practices to establish daily Gemba and Huddle meetings, fostering communication and accountability. • Used Root Cause Problem Solving (RCPS), time studies, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to drive continuous improvement within manufacturing facilities. • Prioritized quality, safety, and PPE in all decision making processes.

  • Program Management Analyst

    Jan 2025 - now

  • World Class Environment Leader

    May 2023 - Feb 2025

  • Manufacturing Transformation

    Jan 2022 - May 2023