Experience

Analquim Ltda

• Colombia
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chromatography / Chemical Analyst

  • May 2021 - Nov 2023

  Bogota,D.C., Capital District, Colombia Carry out chemical tests on environmental samples (natural and waste waters, soils, sediments and air) by means of accredited standardized US EPA Gas Chromatography methods (VOCs, semivolatiles and air pollutants). Guarantee the resources and supplies of the laboratory. Development and validation of new test methods, technical advice to internal clients.



AGQ Labs

• Spain
• International Trade and Development
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Enviromental Organic Chemistry Lab Lead

  • Sep 2020 - May 2021

  Bogota,D.C., Capital District, Colombia Direct and carry out chemical tests on environmental samples (natural and waste water, soils, sediments and air) according to accredited standardized methods (LC&GC-MS/MS). Guarantee the resources and supplies of the laboratory, plan maintenance and calibration services of analytical and general laboratory equipment. Evaluation and approval of generated quality controls and analytical results. Development and validation of new test methods, technical advice to internal and external clients.



Analquim Ltda

• Colombia
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Gas Chromatography Analyst

  • Feb 2019 - Sep 2020

  Bogotá D.C. Area, Colombia Preparation and treatment of environmental (surface and residual or wastewaters, soil, air), and subsequent standard analysis by gas chromatography GC-FID / ECD / FPD, under a ISO/IEC-17025:2017 quality management system.



ASINAL SAS LABORATORY

• Colombia
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chromatography Lead Analyst

  • Apr 2018 - Feb 2019

  Bogotá D.C. Area, Colombia Preparation and treatment of environmental (surface and residual or wastewaters, soil, air) and food and drinks, and subsequent standard analysis by gas chromatography GC-FID / ECD and GC-MS, under a ISO/IEC 17025 quality management system.



PDVSA Petróleos de Venezuela S.A.

• Venezuela
• Oil and Gas
• 700 & Above Employee

• Support Chemist - Research and Development.

  • Sep 2017 - Apr 2018

  PDVSA INTEVEP, Los Teques, Venezuela Perform complex chemical analyzes using some liquid chromatography techniques (LC and HPLC analytical and preparative, TLC-FID to SARA profile of oil samples, size exclusion chromatography), for interdisciplinary R&D projects in the field of molecular characterization and elucidation of chemical structures, such as asphaltenes, present in crude oil and heavy products handled by the corporation (PDVSA).



PDVSA Refinacion Oriente

• Venezuela
• Oil and Gas
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Laboratory Section Supervisor

  • May 2014 - Aug 2017

  Puerto la Cruz Refinery Responsible of quality assurance and control of analytical results in Laboratory Physical tests Section. Lead and supervise physical tests technicians to manage day to day lab activities and special samples analysis. Provide expert technical advice to investigate and resolve analysis-related problems. Procuring spares, chemicals, glassware and maintaining required inventory. Identify training needs of lab technicians; prepare training plans, individual development programs for professional and… Show more Responsible of quality assurance and control of analytical results in Laboratory Physical tests Section. Lead and supervise physical tests technicians to manage day to day lab activities and special samples analysis. Provide expert technical advice to investigate and resolve analysis-related problems. Procuring spares, chemicals, glassware and maintaining required inventory. Identify training needs of lab technicians; prepare training plans, individual development programs for professional and nonprofessional lab analysts to enhance their efficiency. Ensure analyses are carried out in accordance with standard test methods, in order to accurate and reliable results. Coordinate and prepare contracts for maintenance and calibration with external suppliers. Plan laboratory schedules effectively to meet deadlines, LIMS coordinator (SQLLIMS v4.5). Ensure effective implementation of ISO/IEC 17025 standard in the laboratory and contribute to the development, review/update as appropriate of quality control policies and procedures. Cover some routine functions of Lab Superintendent in his/her absence.

• Lab Shift Supervisor

  • Nov 2010 - Apr 2014

  PDVSA Puerto la Cruz Refinery Operational QC Shift Supervisor. Responsible for operational continuity in shift Laboratory analytical services. Reviews test result and confirm the quality of refinery process intermediates and finished products as per required specifications. Prepare quality certificates and technical reports on studies carried out in the Laboratory. Coordination with Laboratory clients (process engineers, plant operators, terminal) to ensure bottleneck-free execution and operations. Carryout special analyses… Show more Operational QC Shift Supervisor. Responsible for operational continuity in shift Laboratory analytical services. Reviews test result and confirm the quality of refinery process intermediates and finished products as per required specifications. Prepare quality certificates and technical reports on studies carried out in the Laboratory. Coordination with Laboratory clients (process engineers, plant operators, terminal) to ensure bottleneck-free execution and operations. Carryout special analyses and studies required in quality control testing program, test runs, corrosion control and technical surveys. Advise shift Lab techs on the hazardous nature and properties of the materials and the precautions necessary to ensure their safe use. Cover all routine functions of Lab Section Supervisor in his absence.



Petrolera Ameriven (PDVSA - Chevron Texaco - Conoco Phillips)

• Venezuela
• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Laboratory Chemist

  • Jul 2005 - Nov 2010

  PDVSA PETROPIAR Heavy Crude Oil Upgrader, Jose, Anzoategui Responsible of reliability of the Lab equipments and Head of Lab purchases. Planning for the resources required for continuous operation of crude upgrader laboratory and future requirements. Technical evaluation for the procurement of new lab equipment, planning of spares and consumables. Ensure availability of chemicals, equipment, glassware and spares for the Laboratory, tracing inventory of such items and arranges timely replenishment. Responsible of Metrologic management (calibration… Show more Responsible of reliability of the Lab equipments and Head of Lab purchases. Planning for the resources required for continuous operation of crude upgrader laboratory and future requirements. Technical evaluation for the procurement of new lab equipment, planning of spares and consumables. Ensure availability of chemicals, equipment, glassware and spares for the Laboratory, tracing inventory of such items and arranges timely replenishment. Responsible of Metrologic management (calibration, verification, setup), maintenance and troubleshooting of Laboratory Equipment using ISO and OIML standards. Coordinate and prepare contracts for maintenance and calibration with external suppliers. Planning laboratory sampling schedules, LIMS coordinator (STARLIMS v8.0). Implementation of ISO/IEC 17025 standard in the laboratory. Development and validation of new analytical methods. Show less



Empresas Polar

• Venezuela
• Food and Beverage Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Researcher Chemist

  • Oct 2000 - Jan 2005

  Research & Development Unit - Caracas, Venezuela. Application of diverse advanced analytical chemistry techniques (GC, GC-MS, HPLC-DAD, SPME, MS, sample preparations and others) in food flavor and aroma chemistry. Carryout sensory analyses test on foods (corn-based stuffs) and Drinks (Beer, Wine, Soft drinks, mineral water) and performs correlations with chemical compounds and indicators. Commissioning and development of a Gas Chromatography-Olfactometry (GC-O) method to obtain food aroma profile. Research, troubleshooting and sensory… Show more Application of diverse advanced analytical chemistry techniques (GC, GC-MS, HPLC-DAD, SPME, MS, sample preparations and others) in food flavor and aroma chemistry. Carryout sensory analyses test on foods (corn-based stuffs) and Drinks (Beer, Wine, Soft drinks, mineral water) and performs correlations with chemical compounds and indicators. Commissioning and development of a Gas Chromatography-Olfactometry (GC-O) method to obtain food aroma profile. Research, troubleshooting and sensory characterization of off-odor and flavor at Foodstuff and package. Advanced works in Pilsner-type Beer Flavor Stability (chemical and sensory indicators). Show less



Grupo Prod&Khym S.A.

• Technical support and service Engineer

  • Aug 2002 - Mar 2003

  Caracas, Venezuela Installation and start-up activities of chemical analysis systems, such as gas chromatography bundle equipments (GC, GC-MS), high performance liquids chromatographs (HPLC, HPLC-MS), ICP-OES/MS spectrometers and UV-Vis spectrophotometers Agilent Technologies®, performing preventive and corrective maintenance and assembly of special customer applications.



Universidad Simón Bolívar

• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• General Chemistry (I and II) and Quantitative Analysis Laboratory Teaching Assistant.

  • Sep 1996 - Apr 1998

  U.S.B. Chemistry Departament - Caracas, Venezuela. Advising students in implementing activities. Preparation of solutions, materials and reagents required for the implementation of teaching practices. Development of quizzes about the Lab practices.