Simon Abad
Charleston,SC
Summary
Innovative Chemical Engineer with background in developing efficient chemical processes and designing safety protocols. Specialize in optimizing production techniques, reducing environmental impact, and improving product quality through rigorous testing and analysis. Strengths include strong analytical skills, adept problem-solving abilities, and effective project management. Contributed to significant improvements in process efficiency and safety standards in previous roles, leading to more sustainable manufacturing practices and enhanced operational performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Manager / Senior Buyer
GPM Instrumentation & Control, C.A.
Lechería, VEN
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Analyzed financial statements to identify trends in revenue growth or cost reduction opportunities.
- Developed strategies for successful bidding on commercial projects.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing processes and procedures.
- Developed strategies for cost savings initiatives while maintaining quality standards.
- Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
Quality Assurance Analyst / Production Supervisor
Empresas Polar
Barcelona, VEN
01.2005 - 01.2018
- Maintained policy, procedures, work instructions, and projects for quality and continuous improvement agendas.
- Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
- Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product process and equipment problems.
- Analyzed production data to develop strategies for improving efficiency and reducing waste.
- Coordinated the maintenance of equipment, tools, and facilities to maximize efficiency.
Education
Bachelor's - Chemical Engineering
Universidad de Oriente
Barcelona, Venezuela01.2006
Skills
- Statistical process control
- Operating procedure design
- Laboratory testing and analysis
- Piping and instrumentation diagrams
- Product specification development
- Quality assurance and control
Websites
Training
- SAP R/3 (ERP)
- IFIX, SCADA (GE)
- AutoCAD
- Hysys / Pipephase
- Lean Manufacturing
- HACCP
Personal Information
Title: Chemical Process Engineer | Process Optimization | Research & Development | Commercial Manager
Accomplishments
- Increased production capacity by 25% by debottlenecking a key unit operation and optimizing process parameters.
- Reduced product variability by 10% by implementing statistical process control (SPC).
- Developed and implemented a new process technology that significantly improved product quality and reduced production costs.
Timeline
Commercial Manager / Senior Buyer
GPM Instrumentation & Control, C.A.
01.2018 - 01.2021
Quality Assurance Analyst / Production Supervisor
Empresas Polar
01.2005 - 01.2018
Bachelor's - Chemical Engineering
Universidad de Oriente
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