Ignacio Ponce

Senior Mechatronics Engineer | Tool Room Specialist "Strategic Engineering Leader with over 11 years of experience, specialized in high-precision medical-grade injection molding. Expert in leading multi-shift technical teams (24+ staff) and managing complex tooling operations across global organizations like Jabil and Medtronic. Proven track record in international technology transfers—including hands-on mold commissioning in Germany—and implementing Root Cause Analysis (A3/5-Whys) to maximize OEE and reduce downtime. Committed to driving operational excellence through data-driven KPIs and advanced preventive maintenance.

February 2022- September 2025

Tool Room Supervisor, Jabil Healthcare

• Led a high-priority technical mission to Germany to collaborate with Tier-1 mold manufacturers (Foboha, Zahoranzky). Successfully managed the disassembly and assembly of molds featuring new production technologies, ensuring a seamless transfer to the local site.
• Led and optimized the performance of a 24-technician team across 4 shifts, ensuring 100% operational coverage and streamlining payroll and workload balancing processes.
• Appointed as CAPA Leader to resolve non-conformances related to instrumentation; successfully overhauled the measurement equipment management system and calibration schedules, ensuring 100% compliance with medical industry regulatory standards.
• Spearheaded Root Cause Analysis (utilizing A3 and 5 Whys methodologies) for complex mold damage, significantly reducing equipment downtime and implementing preventive measures that extended tool life.
• Authored and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and detailed Work Instructions for the Tool Room, improving process consistency and training efficiency for technical staff.

August 2017 – February 2022

Mechanical Engineer, Jabil Healthcare

• Designed and optimized high-precision fixtures and tooling for NPI (New Product Introduction), Metrology, and Quality departments, ensuring high-quality standards for medical device manufacturing.
• Standardized the entire design workflow by creating unified templates for 2D/3D drawings and Bills of Materials (B.O.M.). Established a centralized design library for key clients and implemented standardized work order formats, significantly reducing design lead times and improving documentation accuracy.
• Expanded internal fabrication capabilities by identifying and partnering with external service providers, while supervising machine shop technicians to meet production deadlines.

February 2016 – August 2017

Design Engineer, Medtronic

• Engineered CAD assembly specifications and implemented programming controls for smart tools, resulting in significant productivity gains and enhanced safety protocols across design areas.
• Acted as a key technical liaison between Manufacturing and Sales teams globally to ensure design feasibility and strategic alignment for international product requirements.
• Led the implementation of design process improvements and hard-stop safety mechanisms, driving operational savings and minimizing risks in production assembly.

February 2014 – February 2016

Mechanical Designer Engineer, Jacuzzi de Mexico

• Developed and integrated custom mechanical design solutions and controls for the manufacturing process, focusing on optimizing workflow efficiency and production output.
• Led automation projects aimed at enhancing production line safety and precision, implementing technical upgrades that modernized legacy manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborated with production teams to diagnose and resolve technical issues, ensuring design feasibility and operational continuity in high-volume manufacturing environments.

• Mechatronic Engineer | Faculty of Engineering Sciences and Technology, UABC.
• Medical Manufacturing Engineering Certificate | CETYS Universidad.
• Mold Design for Injection Molding Certificate | RJG Academy.
• Systematic Molding Certificate | RJG Inc.
• Engineering Drawing Basics & GD&T Certificate | GD&T Basics Training Program.