Juan Esteban Arbelaez
Santiago De Cali
Summary
Chemical Engineer with a degree from Universidad de los Andes, with knowledge in product design and industrial processes. With experience in executing continuous improvement projects and data analysis, effectively monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) in manufacturing settings. Bilingual with analytical skills, competent to work in a team, and to interact effectively in interdisciplinary groups, contributing to the achievement of results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Intern
Colgate-Palmolive
Santiago De Cali
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Tracked key performance metrics (KPI) in the oral care manufacturing plant.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives aimed at boosting plant productivity.
- Conducted statistical data analysis using production databases.
- Developed and implemented engineering strategies to improve production efficiency.
High School Intern
Johnson & Johnson
Santiago De Cali
07.2018 - 07.2018
- Partnered with R&D personnel to support their everyday activities.
- Engaged in various research and development projects.
High School Intern
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company
Santiago De Cali
02.2018 - 02.2018
- Collaborated with manufacturing team during shadowing internship, assisting in daily tasks.
- Took part in planning sessions for manufacturing strategies.
High School Intern
Johnson & Johnson
Santiago De Cali
07.2017 - 07.2017
- Contributed to collective ideation processes to enhance product branding.
- Pinpointed improvement areas, aiding decision-makers in enacting changes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Universidad De Los Andes
Bogota01-2025
High School Diploma -
Colegio Bolivar
Santiago De Cali06-2019
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Clear Communication Skills
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking and Problem Resolution
- Effective Team Building
- Root-cause analysis
- Optimization Design Strategies
- Data analysis
- Process Optimization
- Data Analytics Reporting
Affiliations
- Weight lifting
- Strategy games enthusiast
- Guitar playing
- Music enthusiast
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Student Intern
Colgate-Palmolive
01.2024 - 01.2025
High School Intern
Johnson & Johnson
07.2018 - 07.2018
High School Intern
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company
02.2018 - 02.2018
High School Intern
Johnson & Johnson
07.2017 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Universidad De Los Andes
High School Diploma -
Colegio Bolivar
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