Project Manager Process Engineer

Maria F. Guerra Matey

Clearwater, FL ***** 786-***-**** *********************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/maria-guerra-matey

Professional Profile

Experienced Process Engineer and Project Manager with over 13 years in the iron and steel industry. Proficient in leading internal audits, recommending policy and procedure improvements, and providing engineering solutions impacting pricing, savings, and cost estimates. Skilled in overseeing materials and product logistics, including shipping and receiving, and in analyzing, developing, and improving technical systems and processes. Known for strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and the capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality results aligned with company goals.

Education

St. Petersburg College Clearwater, FL

Data Science Expected Graduation: May 2027

National Experimental University of Guayana Puerto Ordaz, Venezuela

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering Graduated: November 2009

Certifications

Project Management Institute Saint Petersburg, FL

Project Management Professional (PMP®)

Certification Number: 2684205 Issued: October 2019

Skills & Languages

Advanced proficiency in Spanish and English.

Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project) and Python.

Self-driven with a proven ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks efficiently.

Productive team player who provides leadership and aligns performance with company goals.

Capable of managing multiple simultaneous projects and achieving deadlines accordingly.

Strong problem-solving skills, ensuring the delivery of excellent final product results.

Adept at presenting information effectively and communicating creatively with people at all levels.

Relevant Work Experience

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES SPECIALIST January 2023 – Present

St. Petersburg College Clearwater, FL

Collecting, reconciling, and maintaining complex data.

Coordinating and implementing departmental processes.

Providing accurate information during high-impact and risk situations.

Monitoring and managing budgets, accounts, billings, and expenditures.

Monitoring project timelines and identifying issues.

Preparing financial and statistical reports.

Scheduling and preparing meetings, agendas, and official meeting minutes.

Independently preparing materials and determining priority items for the supervisor.

PROJECT CONTROLS SPECIALIST (REMOTE) January 2022 – December 2022

CIM 333 (Solar Sales Group) Tampa, FL

Developing a work breakdown structure (WBS).

Gathering and analyzing project data to keep costs and schedules on track.

Collaborating on initial project schedules.

Developing a risk management plan.

Project budgeting and forecasting, monitoring project costs, and feedback reporting.

Optimizing project strategies to enable better outcomes.

Managing Customer Relationship Management (CRM) technology for customer interactions.

JEWELRY MERCHANDISER August 2019 – December 2021

Beeline Group Saint Petersburg - Clearwater, FL

Displaying individual pieces to create an entire shopping experience.

Supporting jewelry sales through fixtures, lighting, store layout, and presentation techniques.

Assisting in decorating fixtures with store’s jewelry and accessories.

Maintaining inventory and ensuring organized fixture areas.

Building relationships with store employees and completing routine administrative tasks.

PROCESS ENGINEER November 2014 – May 2017

C.V.G Ferrominera Orinoco Puerto Ordaz, Venezuela

Drafting process ideas to reduce costs and improve production rates.

Performing risk assessments and designing process upgrades and systems.

Ensuring processes comply with safety and quality standards.

Developing standardized operating instructions for the upgraded process.

Monitoring upgraded systems and analyzing production process variables.

Participating in the project design process of operational improvements.

Presenting alternatives to introduce new technology equipment.

PROJECT & PROCESS ANALYST December 2008 – November 2014

C.V.G Ferrominera Orinoco Puerto Ordaz, Venezuela

Conducting site visits to analyze equipment and processes.

Interviewing staff and management to determine the efficacy of personnel.

Gathering and processing data to identify process performance areas.

Designing workflow and process strategies to improve business performance.

Monitoring the efficacy of updated workflows and analyzing production processes.

Registering data and evaluating process performance.

Analyzing and defining flow diagrams of the production process.

INDUSTRIAL SECURITY ANALYST November 2005 – December 2008

C.V.G Ferrominera Orinoco Puerto Ordaz, Venezuela

Analyzing, coordinating, developing, and updating safe working practices.

Inspecting and monitoring areas to verify compliance with standards.

Proposing alternatives for the disposal or control of unsafe conditions.

Conducting research and analysis of accidents and incidents.

Volunteer Work Experience

VICE PRESIDENT OF ADMINISTRATION April 2020 – April 2022

PMI Florida Suncoast Chapter Clearwater, FL

Providing operational oversight and support for chapter events.

Documenting minutes from Chapter and Board Meetings and updating agendas.

Assisting at registration tables during Chapter meetings.

Creating PDU reports and sending them to PMI after meetings and trainings.

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

PMI Florida Suncoast Chapter

Maintaining chapter volunteer role documentation, contact lists, and org charts.

Planning and implementing operational guides for the chapter.

Managing document repositories with chapter and board artifacts.

Coordinating meetings with board members to aid in continuous improvement.

Creating chapter meeting templates for every meeting with a 45-day preparation window.

Process Engineering Projects

Technological Improvement and Automation of the Chemical Treatment of the Cooling Tower.

Replacement of Gas Chlorine with Sodium Hypochlorite in the Chemical Treatment of the Cooling Tower.

Replacement of Cationic and Anionic Resins in Exchangers.

Activated Alumina Replacement in Air Dryers.

Cooling Tower Restructuring (manufacturing, supply, installation of internal elements, support, structure, and eliminators).

Recovery of the Production Capacity of Briquette Plant.

Technical Seminar on Ionic Exchange of Resin Users in Ciudad Guayana.

Catalyst Replacement and catalytic tubes in Lummus Reformers and Midrex Reformer.

Construction of Caustic Soda and Sulfuric Acid Trash Stations and Retaining Wall.

Construction of Collector Heads and Anthracite Change in Anthracite.

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