Chris Smith

Experience

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  Elf Atochem

  Jan 1994 - Jan 1996

  Process Engineer

  Process and project engineering role on projects from £10K to £4M in value.

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  Lubrizol

  Jan 1996 - Jan 1999

  Process Engineer & Mechanical Services/Project Leader

  Department head for site mechanical maintenance/ engineering group and process/project manager for multiple capital projects and operational improvements.

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  Infineum

  Jan 2001 - now

  Leading the design and implementation of a trade compliance governance framework across Infineum's global network. Role within Fuels business management team, responsible for the portfolio of raw materials and intermediates used in formulated products for fuel additives. Identification, prioritisation and execution of strategy and projects to extend competitive advantage achieved from the component slate. Strategic planning role which ensured that manufacturing facilities and processes were optimised through development, evaluation and implementation of strategic options in response to internal and external stimuli including feedstock availability/cost, environmental requirements, utilisation and new technologies. Responsible for numerous international outsourced chemical manufacturing facilities, including selection and approval, new product introduction, cost, quality and contract compliance. Team leader supporting Fuel Additive manufacturing operations across Europe and Asia Pacific, including new product scale up, business process optimisation, manufacturing relocations and facility approvals.

  • Manufacturing Technology Manager

    May 2021 - now

  • Global Trade Compliance Manager

    May 2018 - Apr 2021

  • Global Fuels Component Manager

    May 2013 - May 2018

  • Asset Planning Manager

    Sept 2011 - Apr 2013

  • Off Site Processing Engineer

    Jun 2004 - Aug 2011

  • Process Specialist

    Jan 2001 - May 2004