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Senior Process Engineer | Paper Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
Piracicaba, Brazil
Worldwide
Chemical EngineerProcess Engineering & Paper Manufacturing
Expertise in large-scale paper machine operations, coating processes, process optimization, and manufacturing excellence across leading global paper companies with 13+ years of experience.
Continuous Improvement & Six Sigma
Six Sigma Green Belt certification with hands-on application of statistical process control, root cause analysis, industrial trials, and data-driven decision making to reduce process variability and improve product quality.
Cost & Operations Management
Proven track record in managing variable cost budgets exceeding $140 million, controlling chemical consumption, raw material usage, and delivering annual cost reductions through process optimization initiatives.
Statistical Process Control & Analytics
Application of statistical methods, KPI analysis, and performance monitoring tools to support operational decisions and improve process stability.
Technical & Industrial Systems
Proficiency in Minitab, Power BI, PI ProcessBook, PI DataLink, and Microsoft Excel for process monitoring, data analysis, and reporting.
Chemical Optimization & Raw Material Management
Experience in qualifying new raw materials and chemicals, optimizing chemical consumption, and coordinating industrial trials to achieve cost reductions and quality improvements.
Cross-functional Team Collaboration
Collaboration with production, maintenance, quality, and supplier teams to implement process enhancements, support product development, and drive manufacturing excellence.
Technical Sales & Customer Consulting
Management of a portfolio of paper machine customers, delivery of technical consulting and process optimization solutions, and preparation of technical proposals focused on chemical performance improvement.
Expertise in large-scale paper machine operations, coating processes, process optimization, and manufacturing excellence across leading global paper companies with 13+ years of experience.
Continuous Improvement & Six Sigma
Six Sigma Green Belt certification with hands-on application of statistical process control, root cause analysis, industrial trials, and data-driven decision making to reduce process variability and improve product quality.
Cost & Operations Management
Proven track record in managing variable cost budgets exceeding $140 million, controlling chemical consumption, raw material usage, and delivering annual cost reductions through process optimization initiatives.
Statistical Process Control & Analytics
Application of statistical methods, KPI analysis, and performance monitoring tools to support operational decisions and improve process stability.
Technical & Industrial Systems
Proficiency in Minitab, Power BI, PI ProcessBook, PI DataLink, and Microsoft Excel for process monitoring, data analysis, and reporting.
Chemical Optimization & Raw Material Management
Experience in qualifying new raw materials and chemicals, optimizing chemical consumption, and coordinating industrial trials to achieve cost reductions and quality improvements.
Cross-functional Team Collaboration
Collaboration with production, maintenance, quality, and supplier teams to implement process enhancements, support product development, and drive manufacturing excellence.
Technical Sales & Customer Consulting
Management of a portfolio of paper machine customers, delivery of technical consulting and process optimization solutions, and preparation of technical proposals focused on chemical performance improvement.
Experience
Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2026
Languages
EnglishFluentPortugueseNative speaker
Project history
Managed a portfolio of 8 paper machines across 3 customers in Southeastern Brazil, generating annual revenue exceeding $6 million. Developed business growth strategies, delivered technical consulting and process optimization solutions resulting in average customer cost reductions of 6%, supervised 7 field technicians, and conducted technical training sessions.
Led process optimization initiatives for a paper machine producing 250,000 tons annually. Managed annual variable cost budget exceeding $140 million, conducted industrial trials, applied Six Sigma and root cause analysis methodologies, developed process monitoring tools and dashboards, and supported qualification of new raw materials and chemicals contributing to annual cost reductions of approximately 2.5%.
Monitored process performance for one paper machine and one coating line producing approximately 160,000 tons annually. Reduced chemical consumption through process optimization, managed daily chemical costs, coordinated industrial trials, and collaborated with suppliers and technical teams to implement process enhancements and cost-reduction initiatives.