Alberto Arturo Luigi Carimati

Experience

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  Stazione Sperimentale per I Combustibili

  Jul 1985 - Apr 1986

  Trainee

  Setting up automation for the new develop plug flow reactor and study catalytic systems for the production of higher alcohols from syngas

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  Stazione Sperimentale Per i Combustibili San Donato Milanese

  Jul 1987 - Dec 1990

  Researcher

  Participate in setting up a dynamic technique to characterize catalyst for the production of higher alcohols in a flux tubular reactor.We have also pioneer the study of using infrared images to verify the adsorpion heat on solids

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  Basf Italia

  Jan 1990 - Mar 1995

  Project Engineer

  Project leader for doubling the capacity of pigment reaction section, revamp Chloridric and Sulfuric acid storages, design and install an automatic washing bin station, total redesign and automatization of animal feedstuff production plant

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  BASF

  Jan 1990 - Jan 1995

  Process Engineer

  In charge of process study and major projects execution of fine chemicals production units.

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  Lonza Polymer and

  Jan 1995 - Jan 1997

  Project Manager

  PROJECT MANAGER (1995 – 1997)Worked with R&D, engineering and consultants to develop engineering package for 2 chemical technologies (PTA and PIA). Led technical group in feasibility study and costing for construction of a PIA production plant in Asia. Coordinated bid process for the US $130+ million project.

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  Lonza Singapore Pte Ltd

  Jan 1997 - Dec 2007

  Promoted from Process, Technical Services and IT Manager (2000 – 2002) and Process Manager (1997 – 2000) to direct all production, laboratory, maintenance, EHS, technical service and process activities for a plant. Reported to Managing Director and supervised 80 people in production, maintenance and technical services. Coordinated procurement of raw materials, manufacturing supplies and capital equipment. Planned and managed continuous improvement projects that ensured long-term sustainability and helped position company for acquisition. Example include modifications to mixing facilities, separation and slurry handling, resulting in 20,000/year additional output with a significant reduction in maintenance costs. Show less

  • Plant Manager

    Jan 2002 - Dec 2007

  • Technical Services and IT Manager

    Jan 2000 - Jan 2002

  • Process Manager

    Jan 1997 - Jan 2000
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  Perstorp Group

  Jan 2008 - Aug 2014

  MD / Site Manager

  Perstorp Singapore, PTE Ltd. (previously Lonza Singapore Pte Ltd./Lonza Polymer and Additives), SingaporeSITE MANAGER | MANAGING DIRECTOR (2008 – 2014)Promoted following acquisition to manage a US site producing Pure Isophthalic Acid (PIA) – #4 in the world at the time. Managed Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, Technical, Operations Management, QA, HR and Customer Service. Served as Managing Director with P&L accountability (2012 – 2013). Built leadership team (Controller, Supply Chain Manager, Production Manager, Maintenance Manager, HSEQ Manager, Technical Services and Process Manager, Laboratory Manager) and also managed 85 employees plus 20 outsourced maintenance professionals. Led technical and managerial projects to ensure operational excellence, resulting in continuous production increases, fixed and variable cost reductions, Lean manufacturing scheme, and safety culture. Achieved financial and product targets (quantity, quality, costs), and meeting/surpassing customer satisfaction while ensuring safety and compliance. Continually improved performance and uptime in a Lean manufacturing environment. Prepared operating budgets; reviewed/approved capital budget. Show less

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  AICA Asia Pacific Holdings Pte Ltd

  Aug 2014 - now

  SVP Technology and Operations

  AICA AP Holding Pte Ltd. (fka Dynea), SingaporeSVP OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY (2014 – Present)As member of the senior management team, Rebuilt engineering / technology team – hired engineers and successfully integrated senior and junior engineers to increase productivity and innovation. Manage team in technology, engineering, operations and HSEQ on industrial construction projects, from design through commissioning, in the Asia Pacific region. Lead initiatives to improve operational excellence and HSEQ practices at 17 sites in China, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and New Zealand. Ensure uninterrupted technical, safety and continuous optimization support to 18 sites after splitting from original HQ in Finland. Realized all time, budget and quality metrics. Erected China’s first powder amino resin plant in Nanjing; reached 75% capacity within one year. Show less