Daniel Cruz Rodriguez
North York
Summary
Dynamic Process Engineer skilled in effective communication and problem-solving. Experience in monitoring plant performance and assisting in operator training. Committed to driving continuous improvement and supporting safety and sustainability initiatives.
Wide experience in sugar cane manufacturing.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Process Engineer
Redpath Sugar
Toronto, Ontario
11.2024 - Current
- Monitor the technical performance of the plant, in particular, energy, water, sucrose loss, product quality.
- Prepare process flow diagram, which includes material, energy and utility balance, based on existing equipment or recommended processes, and assist in updating operations and emergency procedures manuals.
- Assist in the training operators when new projects are implemented or retraining is required.
- Participate in all aspects of the safety, quality and sustainability programs.
- Involved in the installation, commissioning and troubleshooting of seven new centrifugal machines (BMA), as well as training of operating personnel.
Operations Supervisor
SucroCan Canada
Hamilton, Ontario
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Responsible for refinery operations during morning and night shifts.
- Ensured compliance with the production schedule for liquid and granulated sugar.
- Led personnel across various areas of the process.
- Provided mentorship and support in solving issues that arose during refinery operations.
- Encourage the personnel to meet the safety and quality standards while in the operation areas.
Crystallization Supervisor
Grupo Azucarero Mexico
Guadalajara, Mexico
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Responsible for receiving sugarcane syrup for conversion into raw sugar.
- Responsible for supervising personnel throughout the crystallization, centrifugation, and drying processes.
- Ensure compliance with the daily production schedule and guarantee a steady supply of sugar to the refinery.
- Participate in all the health and safety and quality awareness programs and certifications.
Production Supervisor
Zucarmex
Autlan , Mexico
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Supervised daily production operations to ensure efficient workflow.
- Coordinated with team members to maintain safety standards and compliance.
- Monitored quality control processes to uphold product standards.
- Resolved operational issues to minimize downtime during shifts.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
Laboratory Analyst
Azsuremex S.A. de C.V.
Tenosique, Mexico
12.2016 - 07.2017
- Maintained accurate documentation of test results and sample histories.
- Maintained detailed records of all laboratory activities, including test results and instrument calibrations.
- Collected samples from various sources for testing purposes.
- Inspected incoming raw materials prior to use in order to ensure they meet quality standards.
Education
Chemical Engineering - Engineering
UNIVERSIDAD VERACRUZANA
Veracruz, Mexico07-2016
Skills
- Data analysis
- Process flow diagrams
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Operations analysis
- Process troubleshooting
- Computer-aided design
- Root-cause analysis
- Continuous improvement
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Certification
Solidworks CSWA Certificate
Timeline
Sr. Process Engineer
Redpath Sugar
11.2024 - Current
Operations Supervisor
SucroCan Canada
10.2022 - 10.2024
Crystallization Supervisor
Grupo Azucarero Mexico
10.2021 - 09.2022
Production Supervisor
Zucarmex
09.2017 - 09.2021
Laboratory Analyst
Azsuremex S.A. de C.V.
12.2016 - 07.2017
Chemical Engineering - Engineering
UNIVERSIDAD VERACRUZANA