Pilar Gracia Moreno
Steyr
Summary
Diligent Head of Material with solid background in overseeing inventory management and supply chain operations. Successfully led initiatives to streamline procurement processes and reduce costs. Demonstrated proficiency in vendor management and team leadership.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Material
NKE Fersa-Steyr
Austria
07.2023 - Current
- Analysis and development of ceramic components for bearings.
- Project manager for ceramic elements.
- Worked on improvements with suppliers, experts in ceramic balls and rollers for bearings, and universities in various countries.
- Analysis and development of ceramic coating components.
- Development of new suppliers, improvements with existing suppliers.
- Optimization of quality controls.
- Responsible for NDT and DT on a global level.
- Metal analyses.
- Teamwork to facilitate the achievement of objectives.
- Preparation of reports and minutes.
- Problem solving and incident handling.
- Management of documents and archives.
- Use of IT and technology systems.
- Constant updating of the knowledge required for the position.
- Collaboration with the various departments of the company.
- Development of projects and programs.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Material Engineer
NKE Fersa - Steyr
Austria
07.2020 - 07.2023
- Analysis and selection of raw material suppliers for quality assurance.
- Development of new composite materials for industrial applications: ceramic balls and rollers as well as coatings.
- Supervision of work teams in research and development projects.
- Management of projects for continuous improvement in production facilities.
- Design and implementation of tests for the strength and durability of materials.
- Presentation and dissemination of research results.
- Management of research projects in collaboration with universities and technology centers.
- Preparation of reports on material definition.
- Training of personnel in operational procedures.
- Preparation of detailed work plans.
- Implementation of ISO 9001 quality management systems in the field of materials.
- Preparation of project budgets.
- Development of methods, processes, and documentation for materials.
- Assessment of the environmental impact of manufacturing processes and suggestions for improvement.
- Improvement of production processes to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
- Preventive and corrective maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Conducting internal and external audits related to materials and processes.
- Collaborating on innovation projects to develop sustainable products.
- Preparing technical documentation for patents for newly developed materials.
- Compliance with applicable quality, safety, and health regulations.
- Validation and transfer.
Material Engineer
Fersa Zaragoza
Zaragoza
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Analysis and selection of raw material suppliers for quality assurance.
- implementation in Austria the inspeccion are in another location from Fersa.
Technical Support Representative
Varias
Zaragoza
01.2012 - 04.2020
- Customer support and customer service.
- On-site, telephone, and virtual customer support.
- Identifying customer needs in order to offer them the most suitable products.
- Individual customer advice, information about available products and services.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Quality Manager
Berry Extrusion Pack S.L.
Zaragoza
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Coordination of work teams for quality projects.
- Implementation of quality tools such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing.
- Audit ISO 9001, ISO 17025
- Analysis and management of non-conformities, including the implementation of corrective measures.
- Preparation of quality management reports for senior management.
- Quality control and assurance during the introduction of new products.
- Management of technical documentation required for quality processes.
- Coordination of industry-specific quality certifications.
- Implementation of quality management systems in accordance with international standards.
- Conducting internal audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Monitoring compliance with quality requirements in the supply chain.
- Planning, defining, and controlling the implementation of quality plans.
- Management of the department's human and material resources.
Quality Technician
PAYMA Cotas
Zaragoza
06.2008 - 12.2009
- Preparation of standard operating procedures and technical quality documentation.
- Preparation of bids Technical support and construction management of the concession agreement during the project planning and construction phase for measures in area 07-A of the special plan for wastewater treatment.
- Implemented corrective actions for non-conforming materials, enhancing product reliability.
Water Quality Control
ENDESA
Andorra
01.2008 - 06.2008
- Compliance with applicable regulations and laws relating to quality and safety.
- Use of statistical tools to analyze and improve production processes.
Technical Assistant for R&D
Chocolates Lacasa
Zaragoza
11.2006 - 12.2007
- Qualitative and quantitative analysis of collected data and preparation of corresponding reports.
- Compliance with guidelines, regulations, procedures, and standards established for project implementation.
- Use of various information gathering tools such as surveys, questionnaires, and interviews.
- Design and implementation of scientific experiments in the laboratory.
- Preparation of technical reports and presentations of results for scientific conferences.
- Analyzing, evaluating, and researching improvements to existing and new products.
- Conducted experiments to evaluate product performance and reliability under varying conditions.
- Assisted in the development of prototypes, ensuring compliance with design specifications and standards.
Education
Level 3 NDT MPI
AEND
Madrid01.2008
Level 3 NDT General (all Methods) -
AEND
Madrid11-2025
E.U.I.T.I.Z
Zaragoza01.2008
Master of Science - Medio Ambiente Y Energías Renovables
E-Master
Zaragoza01-2011
Master Marketing Y Dirección Comercial -
E-Master
Zaragoza01-2012
Skills
- Teamwork
Ability to learn
Organizational skills
Problem-solving skills
Flexibility and adaptability
Empathy
Punctuality and commitment
Communication skills
Proactive approach
Ability to work
Motivation
Leadership qualities - Supplier relationship management
- Materials planning
- Strategic sourcing
- Cost reduction strategies
- Document preparation
Certification
- Liderazgo, Motivación y Coaching, 80 horas, 2012-05-01
- Prevención de Riesgos Laborales en la Industria, Online, 2012-01-01
- Consultoría en planificación estratégica y tecnológica, 100 horas, 2009-10-19
- Liderando Proyectos de Mejora: Metodologia Lean - Six Sigma, 70 horas, 2009-09-09
- Curso Básico de Riesgos Laborales, 2008-01-01
- Curso de Contaminación de suelos, 2005-01-01
- Curso de Ciencias y tecnología del medio ambiente, 40 horas, 2004-12-09
- Curso de Control y potabilización de aguas de abastecimiento, 12 horas, 2004-03-01
- Curso de Estadística, 30 horas, 2002-04-01
- Curso de AutoCAD 2.000 2D, 25 horas, 2001-11-01
- Curso de Mathematica 3.0, 30 horas, 2001-04-01
- Curso de Contabilidad informatizada, 100 horas, 2000-11-01
Sprachen
Spanish
Muttersprache
Deutsch
Fachkundige Sprachkenntnisse
C1
Englisch
Fachkundige Sprachkenntnisse
C1
Timeline
Head of Material
NKE Fersa-Steyr
07.2023 - Current
Material Engineer
NKE Fersa - Steyr
07.2020 - 07.2023
Material Engineer
Fersa Zaragoza
04.2020 - 06.2020
Technical Support Representative
Varias
01.2012 - 04.2020
Quality Manager
Berry Extrusion Pack S.L.
01.2010 - 12.2012
Quality Technician
PAYMA Cotas
06.2008 - 12.2009
Water Quality Control
ENDESA
01.2008 - 06.2008
Technical Assistant for R&D
Chocolates Lacasa
11.2006 - 12.2007
Level 3 NDT MPI
AEND
Level 3 NDT General (all Methods) -
AEND
E.U.I.T.I.Z
Master of Science - Medio Ambiente Y Energías Renovables
E-Master
Master Marketing Y Dirección Comercial -
E-Master
Personal Information
Diplome
- Course: Leadership with emotional intelligence
Duration: 10 hours, January 2026
-Course: Project manager from scratch
Duration: 45 hours, January 2026
-Course: Leadership, motivation, and coaching
Duration: 80 hours, May-June 2012
-Course: Prevention of Occupational Risks in Industry
Duration: Online, 2012
-Course: Consulting in Strategic and Technological Planning.
Duration: 100 hours, October 19 to November 23, 2009
-Course: Management of Improvement Projects: Lean Six Sigma Methodology
Duration: 70 hours, from September 9 to 29, 2009
-Basic course in occupational safety; 2008
-Course on soil pollution.
Duration: 12 hours, from May 10 to 13, 2005
-Course on environmental science and technology.
Duration: 40 hours, from December 9 to 20, 2004.
-Course on drinking water control and treatment.
Duration: 12 hours, March 2004.
-Course on statistics.
Duration: 30 hours, from April to May 2002.
- Course on AutoCAD 2000 2D.
Duration: 25 hours, November 2001
- Course on Mathematica 3.0
Duration: 30 hours, April to May 2001
- Course on computer-assisted accounting
Duration: 100 hours, November 2000