Who is
Néstor Uzcátegui
Packaging Engineer with proven experience of 37 years
In the execution of design projects, packaging development, implementation of packaging and packaging systems for different categories of food products, personal and home care, in companies Alimentos Polar, Mavesa and Colgate Palmolive.
Executing projects focused on generating value for the business, through the development of innovative and differentiated packaging for the launch of new products.
Implementing new packaging for cost reduction, continuous and productivity improvement, waste reduction. Developing sustainable packaging.
The execution of so many projects has allowed him to have ample knowledge in the national and international packaging industry and packaging technology, which strengthens the process of developing and executing projects,
with competencies for teamwork and leadership that guarantee success. Solving problems, improving packaging and correcting deviations has allowed it to generate learning and capitalize on knowledge that will result in benefits for the execution of future packaging developments.
EXPERIENCE
Director – Packaging and Technology Consultants CA
October 2022
Packaging Engineering Manager – Alimentos Polar Comercial
April 2001 – October 2022.
- Define, plan and coordinate the activities related to the development of packaging and the application of new packaging technologies, which accompany the innovation process in the launch of new products, the optimization and improvement of current packaging and guarantee operational continuity, in order to support compliance with the Strategic Plan for Polar Foods in accordance with the guidelines of the Technical Directorate.
Packaging Development Manager – Mavesa
May 1989 – March 2001
Packaging Engineer – Colgate Palmolive
November 1984 – April 1989
APTITUDES
Direction - Management - Research - Planning and Implementation
- Management and development of work teams · Innovation management · Research in Packaging and Packaging Technologies. Project Planning and implementation · Negotiation · Team leadership · Problem solving · Personnel training · Development of work methodologies related to packaging · Generation of ideas.
KNOWLEDGE
Acquired during 37 years in the development of countless projects in different areas in the world of packaging.
- Design and development of packaging for different categories of products, flour, grains, pasta, sauces, margarines, ice cream, frozen foods, canned proteins and grains, oils, powdered beverages, cookies, dairy products in aseptic packaging processes, pet food and animal feed, personal care and cleaning products. Among others.
- Selection of materials and design of structures that guarantee the shelf life of the product. Together with the product development area, establishment of shelf life evaluation protocols and accelerated life to verify the behavior of the product. Compliance with health requirements for packaging in contact with food.
- Evaluation, selection and implementation of new technologies of packaging, complementary packaging processes and end-of-line processes. Monitoring of the installation, start-up and start of production, training of operating personnel and knowledge transfer.
- Verification and definition of the storage and transport conditions of the product to guarantee the quality and performance of the product through the commercial chain. Establishment of product specifications and palletizing.
Extensive knowledge of the national industrial sector for the manufacture of packaging for rigid plastics in polyolefin’s and PET, glass, metal, paper and cardboard. Analysis methodologies and definition of specifications.
Knowledge of Stage Gate methodology for the management of innovation projects and implementation of new products, and teamwork with different functional areas of the organization related to the process.
Technical support to the Marketing area, graphic design creatives and suppliers, in the development of new arts to ensure the reproducibility of the design in the printing process.
Design and development of packaging with a sustainable approach to reduce the impact on the environment. Use of criteria for recycling, reuse, minimum consumption and avoiding the use or generation of pollutants.
Review and optimization of packaging for cost reduction, continuous improvement, increased productivity, reduction of waste.
Extensive knowledge of the conversion process of flexible packaging, extrusion, rotogravure and flexography printing, pre-press, lamination. Evaluation and development of raw materials in films and adhesives, monitoring and evaluation of packaging performance. Development of preformed bags, paper labels and lithographic printing processes.
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Attendance at the most outstanding Packaging Fairs worldwide in the packaging area; Interpack (Germany), Pack Expo (USA), Cibus´Tec (Italy) and Andina Pack (Colombia), as direct sources for updating on innovations and trends, as well as establishing direct relationships with expert technical manufacturers of packaging and technologies packaging
Preparation and implementation of On-Line Workshops, Webinars and Packaging Development conferences (Cavenvase and Avipla), technical conferences on Permeability and Packaging Migration (Semitech).
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