Alvaro Espinosa

Alvaro is an expert in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement for manufacturers. He brings 20 years of diverse industry experience and the ability to quickly assess challenges, identify root causes, and implement sustainable transformations.

As an international author and founder of a successful manufacturing consulting firm, Alvaro has helped companies across the globe in industries like electronics, plastics, metals, and assembly optimize their operations. His signature approach blends Lean Six Sigma methodologies, hands-on engineering know-how, and a talent for engaging and empowering employees at all levels.

Some of Alvaro's most impactful achievements include:

• Turning a money-losing, 2,000-employee electronics plant into an $800M/year success story through a comprehensive kaizen program.
• Rescuing a $10M service repair operation from a $1M monthly loss and restoring it to 25% profitability within 4 months.
• Delivering 40% waste reduction, 50% inventory reduction, and a 30% production increase for a $480M manufacturing operation.
• Qualifying a manufacturing plant as an approved vendor for a major automotive customer, leading to $300M in new business.

Alvaro’s expertise and talent for implementation has helped dozens of companies build a culture of continuous improvement, with savings typically ranging from $5-7M per year. His unique blend of analytical, technical, and leadership skills enables him to not only identify improvements, but also ensure long-term adoption and performance gains.

Whether working with executives, managers, or frontline teams, Alvaro is adept at simplifying complex concepts, engaging employees, and driving measurable, sustainable results. His ability to transform underperforming operations into world-class, high-efficiency facilities makes him an invaluable resource for any manufacturer seeking operational excellence.