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PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE EMAIL AVAILABLEPROFESSIONAL SUMMARYResults-driven Chemical Engineer with expertise in the beverage industry, specializing in rum production and innovation. Proven track record in new product development, process optimization, and enhancing operational efficiency. Strong leadership in scaling production processes and leading cross-functional teams. Skilled in regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and promoting premium rum categories. Advanced knowledge of lab equipment and techniques, with proficiency in interpreting analytical and sensory laboratory results. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with excellent communication and public speaking skills.CORE COMPETENCIESNew Product Development and LaunchProcess Optimization and Continuous ImprovementRegulatory Compliance and Quality AssuranceSensory Evaluation and Product TestingCross-Functional Team LeadershipProject Management and Cost EfficiencyPremium Brand Advocacy and Market ExpansionAdvanced Lab Equipment Operation (HPLC, Spectrophotometer, DMA, pH Meters)EXPERIENCEBACARDI MARTINI PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, Jacksonville, FLBeverage Scientist, BMPD New Product Developer January 2019 PresentLed the development and launch of new beverage products, including aged rums, flavored rums, RTD, and RTS beverages, expanding the product portfolio and supporting brand growth.Spearheaded research initiatives to enhance product stability and quality, ensuring products met consumer preferences and regulatory standards across international markets.Developed product specifications and ensured compliance with global regulatory requirements, facilitating successful product launches.Successfully managed manufacturing trials and scaled processes from benchtop to full-scale production, optimizing consistency and reducing time-to-market.Led advocacy efforts to promote the premium rum category, enhancing brand visibility and consumer engagement.Directed value engineering projects that identified process improvements and cost-saving opportunities, enhancing production efficiency.Advanced experience in operating and interpreting results from analytical lab equipment such as HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography), Spectrophotometers, DMA (Dynamic Mechanical Analysis), pH meters, and others, ensuring the accurate evaluation of product quality and stability.BACARDI CORPORATION, Catao, Puerto RicoTechnical Facilitator, Rum Blender in Training June 2016 January 2019Spearheaded the commissioning and startup of a new blending facility, optimizing operational processes and achieving production targets.Managed filtration and rum blending processes, ensuring high-quality product output and adherence to production schedules.Extensive experience proposing and implementing process improvements in fermentation, distillation, aging, and filtration of rums, resulting in increased efficiency, capacity, and cost savings.Directly contributed to the implementation of process control techniques to reduce the environmental impact of operations, ensuring compliance with EPA, ISO 22000, and other key environmental standards.Played a key role in the startup of scrubbers systems, water treatment facilities, and waste treatment processes, significantly reducing the environmental footprint of the production facility.Gained practical expertise in sensory evaluations, ensuring product consistency and maintaining the highest quality standards.Actively involved in advocacy and educational events to promote Bacardis leadership in the rum category.BACARDI BOTTLING CORPORATION, Jacksonville, FLProcessing Lead, Processing Department October 2011 June 2016Led the processing team, collaborating closely with the bottling team to meet the plant's production schedules and ensure seamless operations across departments.Spearheaded the commissioning of an in-line blender for flavored rums, improving blending capacity and reducing production times.Applied Six Sigma methodologies and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions, increasing productivity and overall operational efficiency.Directed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced blending, liquid supply, and filtration processes, contributing to streamlined operations and reduced waste.Collaborated with logistics and supply chain teams to maintain inventory levels, ensuring the timely availability of raw materials and finished products for production.Provided ongoing training and mentorship to team members, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.SOUTH MIAMI HEART SPECIALIST, South Miami, FLAssistant Manager & Doctor's Assistant February 2010 October 2011Coordinated cardiovascular procedures and managed patient care schedules, ensuring seamless communication between patients and medical staff.Assisted in the daily clinic operations, including staff scheduling and delegation, ensuring smooth clinic operations and compliance with regulations.Led the credentialing process for doctors, ensuring full regulatory compliance and smooth administrative operations.AGATHA BRAND, Miami, FLBrand Promoter / Merchandiser / Product Representative March 2008 January 2010Developed strong relationships with retail partners, securing premium product placement and increasing brand visibility in major retail chains.Led in-store promotions and product demonstrations, driving consumer engagement and increasing sales.Managed inventory and ensured optimal product availability, contributing to successful promotional events and sales growth.SANTERO RUM BRAND, Sancti-Spiritus, CubaQuality Control Technical Coordinator July 2006 February 2008Developed and implemented quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP, and other industry standards.Led continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced product quality and efficiency, contributing to improved customer satisfaction and operational performance.Collaborated with suppliers to establish and maintain high-quality standards, ensuring consistent product reliability.Fermentation and Distillation Technical Coordinator July 2003 February 2006Coordinated fermentation and distillation processes, optimizing production efficiency and maintaining high-quality standards.Led investigations into yeast strain performance, improving fermentation efficiency and production output.Implemented quality control procedures to ensure product consistency and collaborated with engineering teams to maintain equipment reliability.Played a critical role in the implementation of environmental control systems in compliance with EPA, ISO 22000, and other environmental regulations, ensuring sustainable operations.Worked on the startup of scrubbers systems, water treatment, and waste treatment processes to mitigate environmental impacts and improve sustainability.EDUCATIONBachelor of Chemical Engineering, University of Central Cuba, Santa Clara, CubaDegree recognized by the Florida Department of Education (Tallahassee, 2008).SKILLSStrong collaboration with cross-functional teams to achieve production targets and resolve issuesExpertise in implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiencyConfident and charismatic public speaker in both Spanish and EnglishAdvanced experience with analytical equipment (HPLC, Spectrophotometer, DMA, pH meters)Proficient in Six Sigma, RCA, and other process improvement methodologies |
