Carlos Vargas

Process Engineer @Cemex US

Miami, FL, US

Pyroprocessing:Monitored specific heat consumption in the pyroprocess, identifying and correcting the use of gross heating value instead of net heating value, ensuring accurate reporting of energy efficiency metrics.Led audits of false air monitoring in preheater tower, implementing corrective measures that reduced false air from 18% to 4%, improving production by 5%, energy efficiency 6% by and increased process stability.Measured cooler air flow and recalibrated k-factor, ensuring digital readings matched field measurements, enhancing accuracy of process control systems.Assisted in preheater tower inspection to identify refractory damage, enabling proactive repairs that prevented potential downtime and maintained production continuity.Finish mill:Collaborated on a cross-functional team to develop software for predicting Blaine results, enabling real-time adjustments to maximize production output by 3% while meeting cement strength targets.Monitored and analyzed key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Blaine value and 325 fineness, ensuring consistent product quality and compliance with industry standards.Lead troubleshooting efforts to address issues like material buildup and false air ingress, reducing downtime by 15% through thermal imaging and ultrasonic acoustic imaging (e.g, SoundCam Ultra).Develop and deliver operational training for new operators, covering cement production stages, safety protocols, and best practices, improving team efficiency.Collaborate with maintenance teams to schedule preventive maintenance, reducing equipment wear and increase equipment reliability by 10%.

Broward College

Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associates in Arts

Florida International University

Master's degree, Materials Engineering

Florida International University

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Cypress Bay high school

High School Diploma, High school diploma