Efrain Reyes
San Fernando
Summary
Dynamic manufacturing professional with a proven track record of enhancing production efficiency and ensuring equipment reliability. Recognized for a strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to evolving operational needs, with expertise in process optimization and effective problem-solving. Committed to maintaining high standards and delivering results by leveraging advanced manufacturing techniques and process improvements. Proficient in technical troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, ensuring seamless operations while fostering team dynamics and managing workflow to drive consistent production quality.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manufacturing Technician, New Process Development
Abbott – Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM)
09.2005 - Current
- Implemented and managed laboratory operations for R&D and manufacturing, ensuring compliance with GLP, PPE protocols, and FDA guidelines.
- Executed detailed inspections, focusing on identifying potential hazards and ensuring regulatory adherence.
- Execute formal engineering and scientific test protocols; accurately document and analyze results to support design verification and process validation.
- Support new product introductions by building, testing, and troubleshooting prototype and pre-production medical devices (electrical and mechanical).
- Lead and support domestic and international production line transfers, including on-site travel and temporary relocation.
- Coordinate installation and startup of injection molding equipment from vendors through in-house production readiness.
- Operate and maintain a wide range of fabrication equipment, including resistance welding systems (Amada Miyachi Unitek), laser marking systems (Rofin), and metal/woodworking machinery.
- Develop and improve manufacturing documentation including procedures, travelers, Bills of Materials, and supporting technical documents.
- Prove, troubleshoot, and refine new tooling, fixtures, and processes from early design through production release.
- Sustain new and existing products through pre-production and full manufacturing lifecycle support.
- Create and manage asset records for tooling and equipment using Infor EAM; ensure preventive maintenance compliance.
- Serve as a technical mentor and subject-matter resource for engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel during development and scale-up phases.
- Collaborate across Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and R&D teams to resolve complex technical issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Drive innovation within New Process Development through hands-on problem solving, rapid prototyping, and early feasibility evaluations, resulting in intellectual property contributions.
- Recognized contributor to innovation efforts with two provisional patents filed through Abbott, supporting novel process and/or device concepts developed during New Product Development and early-stage R&D activities.
- Led manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Mentored junior technicians on equipment operation and troubleshooting techniques.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced production efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges swiftly and effectively.
Production Trainer, ICD Manufacturing
St. Jude Medical – CRMD
04.2003 - 09.2005
- Trained new and existing employees on cleanroom protocols, ESD requirements, and controlled environment procedures.
- Delivered hands-on training across all manufacturing stages, from subassembly through finished goods.
- Maintained employee skill matrices and production tracking charts for manufacturing cells.
- Participated in Kaizen Blitz initiatives, contributing to a 98% reduction in device mishandling.
- Initiated and supported Orange Belt continuous improvement projects across multiple cleanroom areas.
- Assisted with implementation and sustainment of automated soldering and parylene coating equipment.
- Collaborated with Continuous Improvement teams to redesign ICD assembly floor layouts and improve process flow efficiency.
Education
Associate in Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Sylmar, CAAssociate of Science - Applied Engineering Computer Graphics (Coursework)
Los Angeles Valley College
Valley Glen, CAAssociate of Science - Additional Engineering Coursework
Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, CASkills
- Research and development support for medical devices
- New product development
- Prototype development and issue resolution
- Resistance Welding & Laser Marking
- Cleanroom & ESD-Controlled Environments
- Metrology & Mechanical Testing (Instron 5944, calipers, micrometers, DMMs)
- Soldering & Microscopic Assembly
- Manufacturing Documentation & BOM Creation
- Equipment Asset Management & Preventive Maintenance
- Microsoft Office 365
- Windchill
- Infor EAM
- Vaisala EMS
- Machine operation
- Assembly procedures
- Electrical wiring
Professional Strengths
- Self-directed, reliable, and detail-oriented
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Effective communicator across all organizational levels
- Trusted technical mentor and collaborator
- Committed to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement
Professional and Corporate Context
Senior Manufacturing & NPD Technical Leader with 20+ years of experience supporting medical device R&D, early-stage development, and manufacturing scale-up within regulated environments. Trusted subject-matter expert in prototype builds, process development, tooling, and equipment qualification. Proven cross-functional collaborator and mentor. Co-inventor on two provisional patents, translating hands-on manufacturing insight into innovative, scalable, and compliant solutions.
Innovation & Intellectual Property
- External / Job Search Version
- Co-inventor on two provisional patents developed through New Product Development work, contributing novel manufacturing and/or device-related solutions.
- Identified opportunities to improve performance, reliability, and manufacturability early in development cycles and helped translate those improvements into protectable intellectual property.
- Partnered cross-functionally with Engineering and R&D teams to deliver scalable, compliant solutions aligned with quality and regulatory expectations.
- Promotion-Ready / Internal Advancement Version
- Co-inventor on two provisional patents, demonstrating high-impact technical contributions to innovation, design-for-manufacture, and process development.
- Championed early technical concepts through prototype iterations, feasibility builds, and cross-functional reviews, improving product readiness and manufacturability.
- Recognized technical leader bridging R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing, converting hands-on build experience into intellectual property and business value.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Manufacturing Technician, New Process Development
Abbott – Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM)
09.2005 - Current
Production Trainer, ICD Manufacturing
St. Jude Medical – CRMD
04.2003 - 09.2005
Associate in Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Associate of Science - Applied Engineering Computer Graphics (Coursework)
Los Angeles Valley College
Associate of Science - Additional Engineering Coursework
Los Angeles Mission College