PEDRO LUPERON
Tampa,Florida
Summary
Knowledgeable Automatic Engineer with solid background in configuring and maintaining PLC systems. Proven track record of optimizing automated processes and reducing downtime in manufacturing environments. Demonstrated troubleshooting skills and ability to collaborate effectively to achieve seamless operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
PLC Tech II
RBI Refresco Beverages US Inc
Lakeland, FL
07.2024 - Current
- Earned promotion from PLC Tech I to PLC Tech II within two years at Refresco Lakeland.
- Developed, modified, and troubleshot PLC programs using RSLogix 500 and RSLogix 5000.
- Edited PanelView/HMI applications, created additional diagnostic screens, and implemented enhancements that improved maintenance troubleshooting efficiency.
- Utilized Wonderware SCADA for plant monitoring, control, and system support.
- Provided controls and automation support for four production lines. Maintained and optimized equipment using PowerFlex 40, 40P, and 525 VFDs. Installed, wired, interlocked, and integrated new sensors, actuators, and field devices with PLC and SCADA systems.
- Integrated industrial technologies including Keyence vision systems, inkjet coders, and barcode readers.
- Diagnosed and resolved electrical issues in machinery, minimizing downtime and enhancing productivity.
- Programmed and calibrated PLC systems to ensure optimal operation of production lines.
Maintenance Manager
AB-InBev Bucanero Brewery joint venture Cuba
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Top person responsible for all matters concerning the Industrial Maintenance of Bucanero Brewery. Experience in Contracting, primary information management, production planing, presentation of results to the General Management Office and compliance with the Company's production plans.
- Management and leadership of all industry maintenance related to beer brewing process and equipments. Budget optimization and control. Management of parts and spare parts and inventory stock.
- Continuous improvement plans. Control and automation of processes. Work force organization.
Specialist in Technical Assistance
AB-InBev Bucanero Brewery joint venture Cuba
01.2019 - 01.2021
- During this period, I assisted the projects, installations and assembly in all the areas of Bucanero Brewery. Responsible for the correct functioning of all the production machines from the beginning of the production process to its end in the Packaging Area.
- Management of beer brewing process and equipment: cooking, filtering, Fermentation, CIP, NH3 cold system, CO2, Air and Steam systems, Water treatment, wells and supply piping, Waste Treatment, bottle, can and keg packaging.
- Reliability and efficiency of equipment and processes for non stop production.
- PLC programming
- VFD programming and installation
- Installation, configuration and calibration of measurement and control instruments Installation and control of pneumatic, mechanic , electric, hydraulic drives Installation, programming and calibration of control loops
- Reading of wire diagrams and installation
- Electrical panels design, installation and commissioning
- Pumps and electrical motors maintenance
Electrician
AB-InBev Bucanero Brewery joint venture Cuba
01.2017 - 01.2019
- During this period, I took care of the electricity and industrial instrumentation of the entire Brewing and Energy area of Bucanero Brewery. I was also responsible for the correct functioning of all the automation of this area.
Education
Automation Engineer -
Julio Antonio Mella University
01-2017
Skills
- Quick Learner 80%
- Team Player 100%
- Time Management 100%
- Analytical Reasoning 80%
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Motor control circuits
- Electrical schematics
- SCADA systems
- Industrial networking
- Instrumentation calibration
- PLC programming
- Variable frequency drives
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
PLC Tech II
RBI Refresco Beverages US Inc
07.2024 - Current
Maintenance Manager
AB-InBev Bucanero Brewery joint venture Cuba
01.2021 - 01.2023
Specialist in Technical Assistance
AB-InBev Bucanero Brewery joint venture Cuba
01.2019 - 01.2021
Electrician
AB-InBev Bucanero Brewery joint venture Cuba
01.2017 - 01.2019
Automation Engineer -
Julio Antonio Mella University
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Automatic Control Engineer, committed, devoted, creative mindset; continuous learner, open to challenges, teamwork; work experience on:
- Industrial electrical and mechanical maintenance
- Preventive, predictive, corrective and emergency maintenance plans
- Refrigeration systems with NH3, steam, compressed air, Co2, water piping and pumping stations
- Beer brewing processes
- Packaging of beer bottles, cans and kegs
- PLC, VFD, instrumentation, control systems , wire diagrams
- Electrical panels