Gilberto Cazares

Sr. Project Manager | Sr. Process Engineer (Water & Continuos Improvement expert)

Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico

About

Liderar y administrar estrategias de mejora continua para optimizar la eficiencia de los procesos productivos de la compañía, creando metodologías y estándares que permitan el desarrollo sostenible de los procesos.

Experience

  • Environmental & Sustainability - Water Management at HEINEKEN MÉXICO
    Apr 2018 - Mar 2026 · 8 yrs

    Successfully led end-to-end water strategies, systems & projects (from well extraction to final disposal) in Mexico & Caribbean OpCo’s. - Ensuring water supply, treatment reliability, water quality and operational excellence (efficient use). Effectively directed large scale multidisciplinary CAPEX projects for water and wastewater. - Managed the full lifecycle (conceptualization, justification, feasibility, founding, planning, and execution) of CAPEX projects (over 50 M Euros). Achieved the #1 Global Benchmark for Mexico in water efficiency (L/L) across all Heineken Brewery sites. - Led water efficiency strategy in Mexico that delivered a ~15% reduction in water consumption from 2018 to 2026 by implementing new technologies to reduce consumption and waste from processes (water recovery). Preserved business continuity maintaining optimal conditions for water & wastewater systems. - Standardized O&M water protocols for process, service & wastewater. - Defined O&M contracts with key suppliers setting clear scopes & KPI’s. - Preserved operation across diverse environments (COVID) and regulatory changes in Mexico. - Implemented & reinforced safety procedures on operations & projects. Encouraged Environmental & Sustainability Projects. - Led first circularity project in Mexico (Water Symbiosis with GREENPAPER). - Implemented RO optimization projects and first water reclamation project in Mexico. - Implemented & optimized biogas recovery systems. - Supported external audits for clean industry certification (PROFEPA). Implemented Total Productive Management (TPM). - Led internal audits for best operational practices implementation & process optimization using lean manufacturing tools (DCS, KAIZEN, GEMBA, VSM, 5S, etc.) to improve operations and processes. Enhanced Water Global Center of Excellence (CoE)- - Gave technical support for water and wastewater operations (implementing efficiency & quality best practices) across Heineken worldwide.

  • Process & Continuos Improvement Consultant at Consultor Externo (Arcacontinental, Hershey's, Ball Metal, TSS, General Motors, Hydrocon)
    Jul 2016 - Mar 2018 · 1 yr 9 mos

    - Led & executed multidisciplinary CAPEX projects for water and wastewater (over 5 M USD). - Standardized water O&M procedures for water & wastewater operations, ensuring operational continuity. - Implemented lean manufacturing tools (GEMBA KAIZEN, VSM, etc.) to reduce water & chemical consumption by ~10%. - Achieved water quality compliance for potable water (NOM-127-SSA1-2021) and wastewater (NOM-SEMARNAT-001, 002 & 003). Engineering & Consulting services for ARCACONTAL, HERSHEYS, BALLMETAL U.S., General Motors U.S., HYDROCON.

  • Water Management External Consult (process optimization and training) at Ball Corporation
    Sep 2016 - Mar 2017 · 7 mos

    - Optimized water treatment process reducing water & chemical consumption. - Improved automation by adding POKA YOKES in sequences to avoid process control issues. - Achieved Normativity compliance of NOM-002-SEMARNAT-1996. - Effectively trained O&M personnel for WTP & WWTP and delivered operative standards.

  • Project Manager / Sr. Process Engineering & Sales Lead at AQUA MEX, S.A. de C.V.
    Jan 2010 - Jun 2016 · 6 yrs 6 mos

    Project Manager: Successfully led end-to-end (build, install, commission & start up) water & wastewater projects, managing over $10M USD budget, coordinated cross-functional teams of +40 personnel and multiple external contractors to ensure on-time delivery. Sr Process Engineer: Detailed Engineered the technical design and specifications for water & wastewater projects. Expertly designed advanced systems including Reverse Osmosis (RO), filtration, and biological reactors (aerobic/anaerobic), while directing a team of 10 engineers. Technical Sales: Partnered with the commercial director as a technical expert to secure key accounts. Provided high-level technical consultations and tailored solutions that facilitated the closing of major contracts. Design Engineer: Developed and delivered on time WTP & WWTP technical proposals & budgets. Continuous Improvement: Organized and developed quality documents for project closure (O&M Manuals & quality dossier). Collaboration projects with ARCACONTAL, IBERDROLA, CONSTALLATION BRANDS, FEMSA, BALLMETAL U.S., DUPPONT, NALCO, Walmart, etc.