LEONARDO SMITH HEIZER

D E T A I L S

ADDRESS

*** ****** ***

Ottawa, ON, K1X0C6

PHONE

343-***-****

EMAIL

adpi7k@r.postjobfree.com

Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S S U M M A R Y :

• More than ten years of experience in developing and deploying industrial projects in a variety of industrial sectors (e.g., manufacturing plants, oil & gas processing, chemical and petrochemical plants, solid handling plants, utility plants (water, steam and compressed air) and HVAC).

• In-depth knowledge in converting processes and equipment (plastic converting, narrow web press processing).

• Extensive experience in project engineering and management of manufacturing equipment; developing and optimizing industrial plants.

• Deep understanding of lean manufacturing tools and their applications for the optimization of industrial operations (Certified Lean Yellow Belt).

• Highly capable of identifying potential process improvement projects.

• Experienced in the interpretation and application of technical standards

(ASME, NFPA, API, ISO 9000, ISO 9001 and ISO14001).

• Demonstrated ability in budgeting commercial and technical data (proposal engineering)

• Proficient in verbal and written communication, argumentation, and negotiation.

• Demonstrated ability to motivate other stakeholders for performance improvement.

• Strong sense of leadership, teamwork, ownership, problem-solving, analytical thinking, management and customer focus.

E M P L O Y M E N T H I S T O R Y

Converting Press Operator, Label Innovation Inc. Ottawa, ON Feb 2021 — Present

• Responsible for setting up and operating Narrow Press machines (Delta ModTech) according to standard operating procedures and spec sheets, while ensuring optimized manufacturing practices as required.

• Employed lean strategies (tools and practices) to improve different converting processes and minimize change over time (Process mapping, FMEA, Fishbone analysis and 5S).

• Active in the execution of preventative maintenance of Delta Machines.

• Familiarized with LINC systems for production control. Converting Department Lead Hand/ Trainer, Color Ad Packaging Ltd.

Winnipeg, MB

Feb 2019 — Feb 2021

• Responsible for operating plastic film converting machines according to standard operating procedures and spec sheet; ensured good manufacturing practices as required.

• Created and developed a continuous improvement culture at the production floor.

• Mapped process workflows to enhance understanding of procedures.

• Worked with the production team to reduce waste, optimizing resource utilization, organizing workflow.

• Used the Globe-Tek application for proper job and operation specifications, input production, and waste for each task and materials used.

• Responsible for preventative maintenance of all film converting machines.

• Responsible for control of department production and writing reports at the end of each shift (i.e., reports of the number of pouches produced; quality and mechanical issues during each shift).

• Responsible for organizing pre-shift meetings and guiding co-workers for daily expectations, e.g., production standards and workplace housekeeping.

• Assisted new hires with instructions on maintenance, operating, cleaning, and troubleshooting any potential issues with the machines to be passed on the next shifts.

• Filed maintenance work orders for any repairs required.

• Ensured improvement of quality of finished goods based on set standards.

• Capable of making various types of changeovers (i.e., “make ready”). Bag Converting Machine Operator, Manpower

(Under temporary contract with Color Ad Packaging

Ltd.)

Winnipeg, MB

Oct 2018 — Dec 2018

• Set up machines according to standard operating procedures and spec sheets, while ensuring good manufacturing practices as required.

• Used CAD for correct bag specifications.

• Used MRP system for proper job and operation specifications; input production and waste for each job, and materials used.

• Followed the printed and/or online schedule on a daily basis.

• Filed maintenance work orders for any repairs required.

• Ensured quality of product coming off the machine for any defects based on set standards.

• Maintained a clean and safe workplace; also maintained the used machines. Application Engineer, Linde Brazil Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Oct 2013 — Jan 2015

• Developed new projects and proposals for clients within the manufacturing industry (shipyards, metal frames, automotive and agricultural machines).

• Provided technical leadership for the company to effectively steer strategic plans and future projects.

• Acted as a specialist in cutting and welding processes, acquiring new clients and converting clients from other adjacent competitors.

• Elaborated strategic planning and development of projects based on the clients’ necessities and requirements.

• Controlled and analyzed results (Data Engineering).

• Gave technical support for clients, solving issues on Oxy-fuel welding, MIG / MAG, TIG, and in-cutting processes (Plasma, Laser, and Oxy cutting).

• Optimized projects through cost analysis of tools and welding operations. Field Engineer, Odebrecht Organization Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Feb 2013 — Oct 2013

• Acted in designing the Enseada Industria Naval S.A. Shipyard in Maragogipe, Brazil; developing technical data of manufacturing equipment for purchase

(metal processing).

• Prepared procedures for the construction process following Brazilian regulations accordingly.

• Developed and monitored the drill-ship vessel’s equipment design team

(pumps, compressors, tanks, etc.).

Equipment Engineer, IESA Oil & Gas Rio de Janeiro, Brazil May 2005 — Feb 2013

• Prepared basic design documentation, i.e., process & equipment flowcharts and technical descriptions of auxiliary systems, equipment lists, data sheets, etc.

• Managed equipment dimension and specification.

• Prepared documentation for the equipment acquisition process, requisition of purchase, analysis of supplier proposals, technical opinions, etc.

• Drafted executive project documentation, i.e., equipment arrangements, pipelines and pipeline plants, isometric drawings, support, bills of materials, etc.

• Analyzed the supplier’s documentation for equipment certification.

• Coordinated and monitored mechanical and piping assembly.

• Ensured factory inspection and follow-ups for acceptance tests, performance tests and mechanical operation of dynamic and static equipment for oil processing plants.

• Gave technical assistance to the Department of Supplies, Diligence, and Commissioning.

• Acted as the engineer of proposals and budgets.

E D U C A T I O N

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering, Universidade

Gama Filho, UGF

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

2005 — 2010

Specialization in Naval and Offshore Construction, Fundação CEFET, FUNCEFET

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

2012 — 2015

Statistics, Algonquin College Ottawa, ON

2021 — Present

C E R T I F I C A T I O N S

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification, Algonquin College

2021

Training in Welding Processes - LINDE PRO, The

Linde Group - Germany

2014

Microsoft Suite – Advanced, Microsoft - Rio de

Janeiro, Brazil

2009

Training OFF-SHORE Painting - AksoNobel,

International Paint Company - Sao Paulo, Brazil

2012

Design and Maintenance of Centrifugal Pumps,

Sulzer Ltd. – Sao Paulo, Brazil

2011

AutoCAD, AutoDesk – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

2010

Compressed Air Systems, Spirax-Sarco Engineering – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

2009

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