Raphael Bittencourt
About Raphael Bittencourt
Current Role at General Mills
Raphael Bittencourt serves as the Senior Plant Manager at General Mills, located in Pouso Alegre, Minas Gerais. In this role, he has implemented lean manufacturing techniques, significantly reducing production waste. He has also led a cross-functional team to achieve ISO 9001 certification for the Pouso Alegre plant. His initiatives include the development of a comprehensive training program for new hires, which has enhanced onboarding efficiency, and he has spearheaded sustainability efforts that resulted in a 15% reduction in the plant's carbon footprint.
Previous Experience at Mondelēz International
Before joining General Mills, Raphael Bittencourt worked at Mondelēz International as a Gerente de Manufatura. He held this position from 2011 to 2019, a span of 8 years. During his tenure, he was responsible for overseeing manufacturing processes and ensuring the quality and efficiency of production operations.
Work History at Cervejaria Ambev
Raphael Bittencourt was employed at Cervejaria Ambev as a Coordenador from 2008 to 2011, for a total of 3 years. In this role, he coordinated various aspects of the manufacturing process and managed a team to achieve production goals. This position allowed him to develop his skills in team leadership and operational management.
Engineering and Project Management Roles
Raphael Bittencourt has a robust background in engineering and project management. He worked at Arotec S.A. Industria e Comércio as an Engenheiro de projetos from 2005 to 2008, and at Alcoa as an Engineer from 2004 to 2005. These roles involved planning, designing, and overseeing engineering projects, contributing to his broad expertise in industrial engineering.
Educational Background
Raphael Bittencourt has a solid educational foundation in engineering and management. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Gestão Industrial from Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV) from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he holds a degree in Electrical Engineering from Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho, obtained in 2004 after 5 years of study. His advanced education has equipped him with the knowledge base necessary for his extensive career in industrial management and engineering.