Elsa Yael Castillo Cruz
Chemical Engineer
Contact
Cel. 520-***-****
**********@*****.***
Tucson, AZ 85742
U.S.A. Permanent
Resident
Summary
Chemical engineer with 7 years of experience in mining and biotechnology projects. Proficient in Quality Control Assurance and Research.
Among the main achievements are participation in the startup of mining projects' plants and quality assurance in the pre-operation of four plants with over 3,000 process equipment. Training in Lean Six Sigma Black Belt by Embiz Foundation. Education
Bachelor of Science:
Chemical Engineering
Universidad de Sonora
Class 2010
Institutional Program for
Health and Environmental
Safety: "Project
Management and
Inventory of Hazardous
Chemical Wastes at the
University of Sonora
during the year 2009."
Key Skills
Strong critical thinking and
problem-solving abilities.
Quick learner
Document organization
Project support
Quality Control Planning
Languages
Spanish- Native
English- Full Professional
Experience
QA/QC Supervisor / M3 ENGINNERING @ TECHNOLOGY CORP - TUCSON, AZ 07/2017 - 02/2018
Main activities realized:
• Tracked revisions in process documentation and updated relevant databases accordingly.
• Coordinated vendor relationships related to document control services provided.
• Performed quality assurance checks on outgoing documents before distribution.
• Created reports to track the status of all documents in the system.
• Monitored due dates for drawings, specifications and technical manuals.
• Developed commissioning plans, schedules, and procedures for new systems and equipment.
• Reviewed blueprints and engineering drawings to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Commissioning Supervisor / M3 ENGINNERING & TECHNOLOGY CORP - HERMOSILLO, MEXICO, 03/2013 - 03/2016
• On-site participation in mine construction projects in the countries of Argentina, Guatemala, and Mexico.
• Reviewed engineering drawings to ensure accuracy and completeness of system requirements and provided technical support during start-up, commissioning, operation, and troubleshooting activities.
• Documented all commissioning process steps including manual elaboration, test results in appropriate logbooks or databases.
• Coordinated activities between contractors, vendors, engineers, and operations personnel as necessary for successful project completion.
• Uploaded documents to control sites, tracked transmittals and coordinated revisions.
• Utilized document control database system to allow for better tracking and revision identification.
Project Researcher /BIOVENT CONSULTING - HERMOSILLO, MEXICO 07/2010 - 02/2013
• Researched and analyzed potential sources of information for projects. Created reports summarizing research findings. Assisted in the development of new biotechnological products and processes.
• Researched literature to stay current with developments in the biotechnology field.
• Identified areas requiring improvement in existing biotechnological processes or products. Internship Student / Zobele Mexico S. A. De C. V. - HERMOSILLO, MEXICO 01/2009 - 09/2009
• Conducted risk assessments and developed strategies to reduce or eliminate health and safety hazards.
• Maintained records of hazardous materials in the workplace; ensured proper storage, labeling, disposal and transport of such materials.
• Monitored employee activities to ensure that they are adhering to established safety protocols.
• Developed, implemented and monitored occupational health and safety programs.