Ehsan Feizollahi

Process Coordinator @Permolex Ltd

Red Deer, AB, CA

Process Optimization: Improved fermentation conditions and enzyme usage, increasing ethanol yield by 1.5%. Reduced water usage in ethanol production by 1500L/h, saving annually. Enhanced yeast growth rate by 10%. Used Six Sigma to identify inefficiencies, reduce variability, and optimize production. Worked with flour operators to optimize tempering conditions and improve extraction rates.• Standardization & Documentation: Developed, reviewed, and implemented SOPs for ethanol, gluten, and flour production, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.• Training & Development: Designed and conducted operator training programs, introducing optimized yeast count methods for better accuracy.• Cost Reduction Initiatives: Cut urea usage in fermenters by 75%, saving annually while maintaining product quality. Optimized ethanol production through lab- and large-scale trials, identifying cost-effective chemicals. Led a water preservation project to reduce syrup production and hauling costs.• Sustainability Projects: Led collaborations on wastewater treatment project to improve environmental performance.• Grant Proposals & Innovation: Applied for R&D funding from RDAR and Alberta Innovates for water conservation and chemical reduction supporting plant sustainability.• Performance Analysis: Conducted plant performance analyses, correlating KPIs to operational parameters to identify inefficiencies and implement improvements. Assessed operator performance by shift to enhance process efficiencies.• Food Safety & Compliance: Worked with the Food Safety Manager to maintain FSSC certification. Improved documentation to meet audit requirements. Assisted in handling customer complaints and conducted mock recalls. Supported numerous FSSC audits.• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked with engineering, maintenance, and safety teams to troubleshoot production issues and drive continuous improvements.