Paulo Pinheiro

-Working with cross-functional teams in continuous improvement projects to streamline production operations. -Validating new materials and suppliers in small scale trials. -Testing new processes, upgrades and definition (ex: RTM for semi -root production) . -Collaboration on the definition for new tests. -Creation of work instructions manual. -Analysis DSC (Tg), FVF (Fiber Volume Fraction). -Continuous improvement. -Participant on root cause analysis and follow up on implemented corrective actions for manufacturing issues. - Implementing new equipment.

Infusion Process for the shell: -Responsible for defining and optimizing the infusion process. -Developing and optimizing process parameters to improve efficiency and quality control. -Testing of new materials. -Definition and updating of the BOM (Bill Of Materials) , Work Instructions and related documentation ( scripts, QSP, Flowcharts, etc.) related to the Main Shell infusion strategy. -Team training. -Led cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues. -Implementing soft lean manufacturing principles to streamline production processes and reduce costs ( 8D's, 5s, FMEIA, Ishikawa, Poka-Yoke). New projects implemented:- Support in the implementation of SG145. - Industrialization of SG155 5X and 4X. - Industrialization of SG170.

Co-founder start-up LIQUEN EYEWEAR. Part time worker, leading product development and strategy and overseeing daily operations and budgeting. Materials used: wood, paper, cork, recycled plastics and used sanitary masks.

Infusion Process for the shell: -Developing and optimizing process parameters to improve efficiency and quality control. -Testing of new materials. -Definition and updating of the BOM (Bill Of Materials) , Work Instructions and related documentation ( scripts, QSP, Flowcharts, etc.) related to the Main Shell infusion strategy. -Team training. -Led cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues. -Implementing soft lean manufacturing principles to streamline production processes and reduce costs ( 8D's, 5s, FMEIA, Ishikawa, Poka-Yoke). -ESI infusion simulation software composite (PAM-RTM). Projects implemented: - New projects: - RE68, RE68 Redesign, RE68 MK1, RE61,RE74, SE63. - Follow-up projects: RE40, RE45, RE50, RE55, RE59.

Incubation award in 2013 "Aveiro entrepreneur" competition - Ecological stand up paddle boards. Regional Innovation Prize "Empreende +" 2014 competition at the University of Aveiro - Stand up paddle board made of cardboard. One of the 100 finalists of "Acredita Portugal" 2014 - Ecological stand up paddle boards (cork, bioresin, wood). Winner of the "Vê Portugal" Competition in the Startup Category at the 2nd Internal Tourism Forum in 2015, promoted by Turismo Centro Portugal - Stand up paddle board in basalt fiber and cork manufactured by infusion. Winner of the competition "empreende +" - Universidade de Aveiro 2017 - wooden sunglasses personalized with the reuse of paper used on advertising. Complementing: Student in Brazil through the exchange program for a period of seven months - UFSC. (2006) Monitor in sports and adventure companies (paintball, canoeing, stand up paddle and other activities). Creation of a clothing brand sold online - Vespafashion.

Managing, planning and developing were the main functions on this start-up: - Prototype development using various manufacturing processes, design, as well, the study of their technical and financial viability.

-Overseeing production teams to meet production goals and deadlines. -Implementing and maintaining quality control procedures to ensure product quality. -Collaborating with other departments to optimize production workflows and improve efficiency.

-Led production team to meet daily targets, improving efficiency and output. -Plan production.

Monitorização de emissões gasosas provenientes de fontes fixas.

Implementation of a production database (PHC). Various jobs for different sectors (design department, stock control for specific purposes, and others.).Development of a colored paste, recognition of the manufacturing process, analysis of the pastes used.

Resolution of water absorption problem in a ceramic plate, for an associate company. Laboratory assistance, carrying out diverses analyses.