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Overview
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Certification
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Claudio Marco Miller ( Sci.Nat. )

Mossel Bay

Summary

Dynamic Production Supervisor with a proven track record at Rooikat Recycling, excelling in process optimization and team leadership. Achieved operational readiness of the pyrolysis plant while implementing cost-saving measures. Skilled in analytical problem solving and quality assurance, driving continuous improvement and enhancing production efficiency.

Process Technologist with expertise in optimizing manufacturing processes and technical project management. Demonstrated success in improving operational efficiency, product quality, and reducing production costs through effective problem-solving and process simulation. Recognized for collaborative work with cross-functional teams, while prioritizing safety standards.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Supervisor

Rooikat Recycling
11.2021 - Current
  • Installed and commissioned Rooikat Recycling Pyrolysis plant, achieving operational readiness.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures while ensuring high product quality.
  • Trained new staff on production processes and procedures to enhance efficiency.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily production activities for performance tracking.
  • Planned and scheduled production activities to optimize workflow and resource use.
  • Assigned tasks and monitored production staff performance for continuous improvement.
  • Ensured compliance with quality standards and safety regulations during operations.
  • Troubleshot production issues, implementing effective solutions to reduce downtime.

Principal Process Technologist

PetroSA
10.2013 - 10.2021
  • Increased processing capacity for heavy condensate in Gas to Liquid plant.
  • Provided process and logistics expertise for PetroSA Heavy Condensate project.
  • Supported cost-reduction initiatives for Billion Plus Project through operational optimization.
  • Facilitated commissioning and reconditioning of anaerobic digester with process support.
  • Enhanced distillation of light sweet crude and optimized diesel hydrotreating processes.
  • Improved combustion efficiency of heavy fuel oil in boilers through targeted interventions.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on nonconforming parts utilizing statistical process control techniques.
  • Analyzed product data, identifying trends and opportunities for operational enhancements.

Principal Process Technologist

PetroSA
06.2003 - 09.2013
  • Supporting production with process and operational issues, for example monitoring, troubleshooting and optimizing the process.
  • Process support: Steam generation (etc. Boiler and waste heat steam generation).
  • Demineralized water production for the 110 Bar Waste Heat and 44 Bar Boilers Steam Generation systems.
  • Steam pressure control systems (pressure let-down system).
  • Oily water recycle and treatment system commissioned and process support.
  • Energy optimization (heat integration, column optimization etc.).
  • Anaerobic and Aerobic digestion commissioning and turn around.
  • Electricity consumption reduction initiatives.
  • Performed Hazop studies, Process hazardous analysis and incident investigations.
  • Continuous interface with internal and external clients.
  • Supervision of and technical support to junior process engineers.
  • Active member in Maintenance Shut Down: Provision of scope, technical support during decommissioning and commissioning, as well as process inspection of equipment to ensure process integrity.

Senior Laboratory Analyst

PetroSA
04.1996 - 12.2003
  • Executed analytical test procedures for process monitoring and quality control of final products.
  • Delivered reliable results on time, ensuring excellent service to clients.
  • Contributed to cost-effective operations in GC lab and Water Laboratory.
  • Maintained continuous communication with internal and external clients.
  • Captured and reported data accurately for laboratory activities.
  • Trained chemists on best practices and laboratory safety protocols.
  • Provided technical guidance on laboratory equipment usage, maintenance, and calibration.
  • Managed laboratory operations by maintaining safety standards and monitoring inventory levels.

Senior Process Controller

Natref and PetroSA
07.1990 - 04.1996
  • Monitoring, optimizing, reporting and safe operation of process units.
  • DCS operations.
  • Involved in the initial commissioning of the manufacturing division of PetroSA (then Mossgas).
  • Experience in the operation of pressure vessels, turbines, compressors, pumps and diesel engines.
  • Experience in Crude Oil distillation and fractionation at NATREF (Sasolburg) operation, shut down and commissioning.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - WATERCARE

TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
TSHWANE
12-1999

Skills

  • Process optimization and troubleshooting
  • Production management and scheduling
  • Team leadership and performance monitoring
  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Quality assurance and control
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Production planning
  • Equipment commissioning
  • Staff training and development
  • Waste reduction strategies
  • Shift scheduling

Accomplishments

  • 2018 Western Cape Sports Council Coach of the Year
  • 2018 Eden Sports Council Coach of the Year
  • 2016 Eden Sports Council Coach of the Year
  • 2015 Eden Sports Council Volunteer of the Year

Certification

  • South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions Reg No: 131601
  • South African Sports Coaching Association Reg No: 002927
  • Lifesaving South Africa assessor and instructor

Timeline

Production Supervisor

Rooikat Recycling
11.2021 - Current

Principal Process Technologist

PetroSA
10.2013 - 10.2021

Principal Process Technologist

PetroSA
06.2003 - 09.2013

Senior Laboratory Analyst

PetroSA
04.1996 - 12.2003

Senior Process Controller

Natref and PetroSA
07.1990 - 04.1996

Bachelor of Technology - WATERCARE

TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Claudio Marco Miller ( Sci.Nat. )