SUMMARY
A chemical engineer experienced in production, supply chain, and project engineering. Solution-oriented as demonstrated through trouble-shooting with production facilities, technical teams, global business groups, and third-party suppliers. Able to work well and lead diverse teams and cross-functional groups on tasks such as capital projects, product launches, and long-term planning strategies in a manufacturing environment.
Production Engineer III
BASF Corporation – Hannibal, MO April 2013 to Present
De-Bottlenecking Increased throughput by 40% in the Pyrrole plant by:
• Leading the plant technical team of chemists and engineers to identify and implement process optimizations.
• Monitoring cycle times of the processes to focus de-bottlenecking efforts.
• Trouble-shooting process issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Modifying Honeywell DCS programs for process changes.
Reliability Decreased downtime from thermal oxidizer trips (~$250k/month savings) by:
• Working with process engineer and vendor to identify operational issues.
• Representing plant in large capital (>$5M) project group to implement improvements.
TAR Optimization Reduced downtime through TAR optimization (including $2.4M savings in 2013) by:
• Working with technical team to minimize time for material destructions.
• Planning plant decontamination most efficiently while minimizing solvent usage.
• Coordinating with contractors for large capital work being completed.
• Adjusting the plan during TAR due to Utilities upset conditions.
EHS Focus Maintained safety as a priority by:
• Coordinating modifications through the BASF MOC process and database.
• Participating in clean-sheet PHA and maintaining the living documents.
• Providing input on operator and contractor tasks and job preparation to ensure work completed safely.
• Ensuring compliance with OSHA PSM by maintaining manuals, procedures, etc.
Intern Program Grew and developed site intern program to include 10-12 interns per summer by:
• Recruiting students at regional college career fairs.
• Coordinating intern selection and placement with area managers.
• Developing training and learning activities for interns while on-site.
Supply Chain Planner III
BASF Corporation – RTP, NC March 2011 to April 2013
Supply Planning Effectively coordinated product supply of formulated herbicides by:
• Balancing the needs of marketing and international affiliates with the capabilities of the Manatí, PR production facility.
• Identifying and resolving supply issues based on forecasts and production schedules.
• Securing active ingredient supply by working with Global Supply Chain.
• Participating in Supply Network Planning (SAP) implementation as an “Expert User.”
Asset Utilization Developed framework for capital investment in Manatí facility to meet business demands by:
• Identifying future production constraints.
• Evaluating impact of multiple production and sales scenarios on working capital costs.
• Ensuring final plan fit within BASF’s regional asset strategy.
Customer Focus Developed Affiliate Business Model to streamline the export process by:
• Participating in process mapping session to identify opportunities for improvement.
Buyer/Planner
BASF Canada – Mississauga, ON October 2009 to March 2011
Project Management Launched multiple new products in-time for seasonal applications by:
• Leading a cross-functional team to coordinate packaging and product supply with registration milestones.
• Completing packaging and logistics review with growers and retailers across Canada.
Toll Management Effectively managed third-party tolling operations in Eastern Canada by:
• Improving production schedule to reduce downtime and cleanout costs.
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