Maquiladoras, or manufacturing plants in Mexico, have become Mexico’s major economic powerhouse, driven by Mexico’s international tariff programs [1]. Maquiladoras have significantly impacted workers’ quality of life, including their well-being, professional development, and working conditions [2]. However, a lack of enforcement of industry standards and professional codes leads to labor malpractice and continued marginalization [1]. Thus, engineers and employers must consider these ethical issues when optimizing systems and developing new workplace technologies.
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