Highlights:

Skills:Food Safety and Quality Control (HACCP, GMP, FDA), Process Optimization and Lean Manufacturing, Food Product Development, Supply Chain and Inventory Management, Production Planning, Sustainability and Waste Reduction, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Microbiology and Food Science, Research and Development, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)

Market Research Assistant 08/2024 - current
Vita Alimentos C.A, Ibarra, Imbabura Ecuador
Industry: food and beverages
I collect and analyze market data to identify trends, sales opportunities, and competitive threats. My focus is on providing strategic insights that support decision-making and optimize commercial strategies, contributing to product growth and positioning.
Manage inventories and optimize product rotation, reducing the expired product rate by 80% and ensuring product availability at points of sale. Implement promotional strategies and enhance product visibility in the local market, contributing to the successful positioning of new products. Conduct market research to identify consumer trends and buying behaviors, resulting in a 60% increase in sales during peak seasons. Collaborate in the creation of marketing materials and develop attractive visual content alongside designers, ensuring campaign effectiveness. Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of marketing campaigns, including managing social media accounts and interacting with followers. Perform performance analysis, evaluating return on investment (ROI) and tracking key performance indicators such as lead generation and conversion rates. Contribute to administrative tasks and manage marketing databases and CRM systems, ensuring smooth workflow.--
Continuous improvement trainees 02/2024 - 07/2024
Arca Continental, Quito, Pichincha Ecuador
Industry: food and beverages
I was part of a training program, in which I participated in process optimization projects, collaborated in the implementation of improvement strategies and supported the analysis of key indicators to evaluate results.
Collaborated in analyzing operational processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and applying Lean methodologies. Participated in the development of an optimization project for the distribution line, contributing to practical solutions. Supported the tracking of key performance indicators to evaluate the impact of implemented initiatives. Worked with multidisciplinary teams to implement strategies focused on efficiency and quality.--
Operations Intern 07/2022 - 09/2022
Zulac S.A, Ibarra, Imbabura Ecuador
Industry: Dairy industry
I held the position of Junior Engineer, where my activities were related to monitoring production and quality factors in various areas of the company, from raw material reception to the distribution of the final product.
- Assisted in the production of aged and semi-aged cheeses, supporting process planning and supervision. - Optimized production processes and proposed adjustments that increased cheese production efficiency. - Established a more accurate inventory system, improving raw material and finished product stock tracking. - Developed performance reports that supported decision-making in production management.--
Quality assurance intern 10/2022 - 02/2023
ARCSA (Agencia de regulación, control y vigilancia sanitaria), Ibarra, Imbabura Ecuador
Industry: human consumption products
In this position I was in charge of regulatory procedures and inspection of compliance with health regulations in industries and establishments dedicated to the manufacture and sale of products for human consumption.
I performed quality inspections on products and processes to ensure compliance with health regulations. • I supported the development and review of procedures and guides for the regulation of health products. • I collaborated in the evaluation of technical documentation and product certifications to verify compliance with standards. • I participated in the preparation of reports on the results of inspections and audits, providing recommendations to improve quality. • I monitored compliance with health regulations in companies and establishments, identifying areas for improvement.--
Operations Intern 04/2021 - 07/2022
Universidad Técnica del Norte, Ibarra, Imbabura Ecuador
Industry: Food
During my academic training I rotated through different areas. Some of my activities were: inventory management, production order planning, quality control of raw materials and products, sales planning and distribution logistics.
I improved inventory control, reducing raw material waste and optimizing stock management. • I proposed improvements in production processes, resulting in greater efficiency and cost reduction. • I participated in the production of baked goods, dairy, meat and fruit-based products, developing technical skills in various areas of food processing. • I operated and maintained production equipment such as mixers, pasteurizers, sausage machines, etc., optimizing efficiency and reducing downtime. • I performed microbiological and chemical tests to ensure the quality of raw materials and final products.--

Universidad Técnica del Norte 02/2020 - 05/2024
Ibarra, Imbabura, Ecuador
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major:Agroindustrial Engineering
Minor:Food Specialization
My agroindustrial engineering training focused on key areas of the food industry, including raw materials and processing (meat, dairy, vegetables, cereals, fruits, and industries like oil, cocoa, and sugar). I gained expertise in food transformation and preservation, as well as unit operations, calculus, and thermodynamics for process design. I also studied microbiology, analytical chemistry, and food chemistry to assess product quality. Additionally, I developed skills in data interpretation, statistics, programming, and project management, with a focus on sustainability and food sovereignty.