Rocco Tarchini
About Rocco Tarchini
Rocco Tarchini is the Group Head of R&D Hand Dish Washing Liquids Process Design at Procter & Gamble, with extensive experience in chemical engineering and surfactant processes.
Current Position at Procter & Gamble
Rocco Tarchini currently holds the position of Group Head in R&D Hand Dish Washing Liquids Process Design at Procter & Gamble. His tenure in this role extends from 2019 to the present. Based in the Brussels Area, Belgium, he leads the research and development process for hand dishwashing liquids, ensuring efficiency and innovation in design and production processes.
Previous Roles at Procter & Gamble
Before his current position, Rocco Tarchini served as a Senior Engineer in R&D Hand Dish Washing Liquids Process Design at Procter & Gamble from 2015 to 2019. Prior to that, he worked as an Engineer in R&D Surfactants Process and Supply Chain from 2011 to 2015. His professional journey at the company began with internships focused on R&D Laundry Liquids making process and R&D Surfactants process and supply chain during 2010 and 2011, both in the Brussels Area, Belgium.
Educational Background
Rocco Tarchini holds a Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering from Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, completed in 2009. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering from the same institution, graduating in 2007. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his career in chemical engineering and process design.
Key Contributions and Initiatives
During his tenure at Procter & Gamble, Rocco Tarchini has made significant contributions, including supporting the start-up of the company's largest manufacturing plant by coaching new crews. He also initiated the definition of a new strategy for surfactant making and supply in the Hand Dish business to meet future formulation needs. Additionally, he upgraded the R&D pilot plant capabilities to enhance surfactant making processes and prototyping for consumer research.
Cost Savings Achievements
One of Rocco Tarchini's key achievements is delivering over $5 million in annual cost savings by designing more cost-effective formulas for hand dishwashing liquids. His designs ensure that performance, stability, processability, and regulatory compliance are maintained, demonstrating his ability to balance cost efficiency with high quality.