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-Working with cross-functional teams in continuous improvement projects to streamline production operations.-Validating new materials and suppliers in small scale trials.-Testing new processes, upgrades and definition (ex: RTM for semi -root production) . -Collaboration on the definition for new tests. -Creation of work instructions manual. -Analysis DSC (Tg), FVF (Fiber Volume Fraction).-Continuous improvement.-Participant on root cause analysis and follow up on implemented corrective actions for manufacturing issues.

Infusion Process for the shell:-Responsible for defining and optimizing the infusion process. -Developing and optimizing process parameters to improve efficiency and quality control. -Testing of new materials.-Definition and updating of the BOM (Bill Of Materials) , Work Instructions and related documentation ( scripts, QSP, Flowcharts, etc.) related to the Main Shell infusion strategy. -Team training.-Led cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues.-Implementing soft lean manufacturing principles to streamline production processes and reduce costs ( 8D's, 5s, FMEIA, Ishikawa, Poka-Yoke).New projects implemented:- Support in the implementation of SG145.- Industrialization of SG155 5X and 4X.- Industrialization of SG170.

Co-founder start-up LIQUEN EYEWEAR.Part time worker, leading product development and strategy and overseeing daily operations and budgeting.Materials used: wood, paper, cork, recycled plastics and used sanitary masks.

Infusion Process for the shell:-Developing and optimizing process parameters to improve efficiency and quality control. -Testing of new materials.-Definition and updating of the BOM (Bill Of Materials) , Work Instructions and related documentation ( scripts, QSP, Flowcharts, etc.) related to the Main Shell infusion strategy. -Team training.-Led cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues.-Implementing soft lean manufacturing principles to streamline production processes and reduce costs ( 8D's, 5s, FMEIA, Ishikawa, Poka-Yoke).-ESI infusion simulation software composite (PAM-RTM).Projects implemented:- New projects: - RE68, RE68 Redesign, RE68 MK1, RE61,RE74, SE63.- Follow-up projects: RE40, RE45, RE50, RE55, RE59.

Incubation award in 2013 "Aveiro entrepreneur" competition - Ecological stand up paddle boards. Regional Innovation Prize "Empreende +" 2014 competition at the University of Aveiro - Stand up paddle board made of cardboard. One of the 100 finalists of "Acredita Portugal" 2014 - Ecological stand up paddle boards (cork, bioresin, wood).Winner of the "Vê Portugal" Competition in the Startup Category at the 2nd Internal Tourism Forum in 2015, promoted by Turismo Centro Portugal - Stand up paddle board in basalt fiber and cork manufactured by infusion. Winner of the competition "empreende +" - Universidade de Aveiro 2017 - wooden sunglasses personalized with the reuse of paper used on advertising.Complementing:Student in Brazil through the exchange program for a period of seven months - UFSC. (2006)Monitor in sports and adventure companies (paintball, canoeing, stand up paddle and other activities).Creation of a clothing brand sold online - Vespafashion.

Managing, planning and developing were the main functions on this start-up:- Prototype development using various manufacturing processes, design, as well, the study of their technical and financial viability.

-Overseeing production teams to meet production goals and deadlines.-Implementing and maintaining quality control procedures to ensure product quality.-Collaborating with other departments to optimize production workflows and improve efficiency.

-Led production team to meet daily targets, improving efficiency and output.-Plan production.

Monitorização de emissões gasosas provenientes de fontes fixas.

Implementation of a production database (PHC). Various jobs for different sectors (design department, stock control for specific purposes, and others.).Development of a colored paste, recognition of the manufacturing process, analysis of the pastes used.

Resolution of water absorption problem in a ceramic plate, for an associate company. Laboratory assistance, carrying out diverses analyses.

Desenvolvimento de uma pasta corada, reconhecimento do processo de fabrico, análises às pastas utilizadas.