Fernando Zapata

Fernando Zapata is a seasoned manufacturing professional currently serving as a Manufacturing Manager at Garlock Family of Companies. With a degree in Industrial Engineering from Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo, they possess extensive experience in production management and continuous improvement, leveraging methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma. Previously, Zapata has held supervisory and engineering roles at various notable companies, including Abbott, Covidien, and Baxter International Inc., where they demonstrated expertise in optimizing production processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Zapata excels in multicultural environments and is dedicated to fostering high-performance teams.