REN JOEL CONCEPCION

• Led the planning, implementation, and commissioning of mechanical improvement projects in a continuous-process manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance with project schedules, safety standards, and operational requirements.
• Led cross-functional teams to deliver engineering projects on time and within budget.
• Developed comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Reviewed engineering drawings, technical specifications, installation procedures, and contractor work activities to ensure quality and compliance with project requirements.
• Conducted site inspections, risk assessments, and safety evaluations to ensure safe execution of mechanical installations and modifications.
• Managed project activities including equipment installation, testing, commissioning, and performance validation.
• Participated in troubleshooting and resolving mechanical and process-related issues during project implementation and start-up.
• Key Projects and Accomplishments

*Additional Dryer Hood Exhaust Fan Installation.

Supervised the installation, testing, and commissioning of additional dryer hood exhaust fans.
Increased drying capacity and moisture removal efficiency, supporting the production of higher basis weight paper grades and improving overall machine productivity.

*Couch Roll Air-Water Separator Tank Installation.

Managed the installation and commissioning of a Couch Roll Air-Water Separator Tank integrated with the paper machine vacuum system.
Improved vacuum performance and water separation efficiency, contributing to stable machine operation and improved process performance.

• Provided technical input and support in the planning and implementation of engineering and process improvement projects.
• Coordinated with Operations, Maintenance, Electrical, Civil, Structural, and Utility teams to ensure successful project execution and seamless integration with existing plant systems.
• Serves as a project implementer with occupational safety training, applying hazard and risk assessment procedures to ensure safe and effective project execution.
• Key Projects and Accomplishments

*Additional McLean Felt Cleaner Installation

Led the installation and commissioning of an additional McLean Felt Cleaner system for the paper machine dryer section.
Improved felt cleaning efficiency, resulting in enhanced paper quality, machine cleanliness, and operational reliability.

*Plant Process Improvement Projects

Supported multiple mechanical and utility improvement projects involving rotating equipment, process piping, ventilation systems, and plant utilities.
Coordinated with contractors, maintenance personnel, and engineering teams to ensure successful project completion while maintaining plant safety and operational continuity.

• Implemented and monitored safety programs to ensure compliance with company policies and occupational safety regulations.
• Conducted routine plant safety inspections, hazard identification, and risk assessments for production and maintenance activities.
• Coordinated emergency drills and maintained safety records, inspection reports, and regulatory documentation.
• Worked closely with operations, maintenance, and contractors to ensure safe execution of plant activities and shutdown works

• Utilized my engineering background in teaching subjects such as Physics, Calculus and Algebra.

• Rendered contribution in harness and components CAD drawings.

• Offered contribution of pipe lay outings for boiler installation.