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Arturo Durante Cotes

Arturo Durante Cotes

Ingeniero Mecánico, MBA & MPM
Cartagena,Colombia/Bolívar

Summary

Versatile Mechanical Engineer, skillful in troubleshooting with top-notch repair knowledge and technical expertise. Accustomed to reviewing highly technical documentation to assess scope and develop repair strategy. Focused, reliable and results-driven with good safety records and attention to detail.

Talented Project Engineer focused on process improvement and on-time project delivery. Budgeting and forecasting specialist with advanced knowledge of SAP & MS Project.

Overview

2
2
Languages
6
6
Certifications
12
12
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Ingeniero Mecánico

IMI SAS
Cartagena de índias, Colombia
06.2018 - Current
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving Bagging Line Equipment issues.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
  • Reported on project scheduling activities and provided support to purchasing and logistic teams.
  • Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
  • Administered Weekly and Turnaround maintenance requests and saw orders through to completion.
  • Tracked maintenance activity using SAP software to confirm compliance with industry requirements.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Developed work scope for contracted projects, analyzing received quotes and recommending preferred vendors.
  • Investigated and corrected mechanical problems with machinery such as Sealers, Fillers and Palletizers.
  • Worked with colleagues on special projects such as Turnarounds.
  • Worked frequently with Bagging systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.

Ingeniero Mecánico

Tecnicontrol SA
Cartagena de índias, Colombia
05.2018 - 06.2018
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Conducted cost estimates and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Developed work scope for contracted projects, analyzing received quotes and recommending preferred vendors.
  • Investigated and corrected mechanical problems with machinery such as Bagging equipment.
  • Worked with colleagues on special projects such as Turnarounds.
  • Worked frequently with Bagging systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.

Ingeniero De Planeación

Tecnicontrol SA
Cartagena de índias, Colombia
07.2017 - 02.2018
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Collaborated with Turnaround Planner to achieve execution on budget.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Monitored all company inventory to ensure stock levels and databases were updated.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Handled day-to-day running of mechanical activities, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression.
  • Coordinated document exchange between departments, contractors, suppliers and customers.
  • Enforced use of standardized forms and templates to achieve uniformity of communications across departments and functions.

Practicante De Mantenimiento Mecánico

Yara S.A.
Cartagena de índias, Colombia
08.2016 - 01.2017
  • Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs using MS Office suite.
  • Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members.
  • Enhanced collaboration between team members by preparing meeting materials and taking clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.
  • Administered Weekly and Turnaround maintenance requests and saw orders through to completion.
  • Tracked maintenance activity using SAP software to confirm compliance with industry requirements.
  • Developed maintenance reports to assess program success and inform operational decisions.
  • Oversaw equipment and parts inventory and tracked shipments to reduce stock shortages.
  • Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
  • Documented machine irregularities and completed repairs.

Education

Master - Project Management

ENEB
España
01.2019 - 02.2021

MBA - Business Administration And Management

ENEB
España
01.2019 - 12.2020

Specialist in NLP - NPL

ENEB
España
01.2019 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Universidad Tecnológica De Bolívar
Cartagena De Índias, Colombia
01.2012 - 09.2017

Skills

    Lean manufacturing and design

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Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of Yara Planta Sur NPK Turnaround 2020.
  • Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of Yara Planta Sur NPK Turnaround 2021.
  • Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of Yara Planta Sur Ammonia Turnaround 2017.
  • Created Bills of Materials (BOM) for equipment on North and South Site

Software

MS Project

Autodesk Inventor

SAP

PowerBi

MS Office

Work Availability

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Certification

SAP PM Key User, Prime Institute

Quote

Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt

Timeline

SAP PM Key User, Prime Institute

11-2020

Excel Avanzado, Prime Institute

11-2020

Inglés de Negocios, ENEB

09-2020

Master - Project Management

ENEB
01.2019 - 02.2021

MBA - Business Administration And Management

ENEB
01.2019 - 12.2020

Specialist in NLP - NPL

ENEB
01.2019 - 12.2020

Inglés C2, EF SET

01-2019

Six Sigma Yellow Belt, 6sigmastudy

01-2019

Scrum Fundamentals Certified, SCRUMstudy

01-2019

Ingeniero Mecánico

IMI SAS
06.2018 - Current

Ingeniero Mecánico

Tecnicontrol SA
05.2018 - 06.2018

Ingeniero De Planeación

Tecnicontrol SA
07.2017 - 02.2018

Practicante De Mantenimiento Mecánico

Yara S.A.
08.2016 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Universidad Tecnológica De Bolívar
01.2012 - 09.2017
Arturo Durante CotesIngeniero Mecánico, MBA & MPM