Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Roberto Roche is an experienced Operations Director with a strong background in operational excellence, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement. He brings a diverse industry expertise, having worked across the medical device, automotive, and higher education sectors.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Operations Director at Savaria, Roberto is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing and logistics operations. He leads a team of production, quality, and supply chain professionals to drive operational efficiency, cost optimization, and customer satisfaction. Under his leadership, Savaria has implemented advanced lean manufacturing practices and achieved significant productivity gains.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Savaria, Roberto served as the Plant Manager (Operations Manager) at Eaton, where he led the transformation of the manufacturing facility to improve product quality, reduce lead times, and enhance overall operational performance. He has also held roles as a University Professor at Instituto Especializado de Estudios Superiores Loyola, a Six Sigma Facilitator at Quality Global Business, and an Engineering Manager and Business Excellence Manager at Edwards Lifesciences.
Throughout his career, Roberto has demonstrated a strong track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives, implementing lean principles, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.
Academic Background
Roberto holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto and a Master's degree in Business Administration from the Rotman School of Management.
Areas of Expertise
- Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
- Process optimization and continuous improvement
- Supply chain management and logistics
- Project management and team leadership
- Change management and organizational transformation
Professional Impact
During his time at Eaton, Roberto led the implementation of a robust quality management system that resulted in a 25% reduction in customer complaints and a 15% improvement in on-time delivery. As a University Professor, he developed and taught courses on operations management, process improvement, and supply chain optimization, contributing to the development of the next generation of industry leaders.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, technical expertise, and strong leadership skills, Roberto Roche is well-positioned to drive operational excellence and strategic initiatives that create value for Savaria and its customers.
