Karren Dabon

Region VI - Western Visayas, Philippines

Production and R&D Chief Supervisor at Coral Bay Nickel Corporation (Sumitomo Metal
Mining Philippine Holdings, Inc.)

Summary
•Remarkable experience as a Research and Development Supervisor handling tests and carrying out
commissioning procedures and pilot plant operations for Chromite and Scandium Recovery Projects
•Substantial experience functioning in a supervisory role in a metal processing plant using High
Pressure Acid Leach technology
•Trained and experienced in Hydrometallurgical Unit Operation and Process Control Management,
Safety, Environment and Manpower Management, Periodic Maintenance and Repair Work of Plant
Equipment
•Significant experience as a Technical Staff and ISO Internal Auditor in a metal processing plant
•Remarkable experience functioning in a supervisory role in Quality Assurance/ Quality Control
Department in a beverage manufacturing plant
•Work experience in laboratory in a liquor and beverage company

Experience
Research & Development Chief Supervisor at CORAL BAY NICKEL CORPORATION
July 2013  -  Present  (7 years 11 months)
* Responsible for preparing and conducting experiments and gives applicable recommendations for
improvement
* Formulates, reviews and evaluates R&D management documents such as Standard Operating
Procedures, Engineering Standards, etc. and various forms and checklists for various activities of
the Chromite and Scandium Pilot Plants
* Responsible for providing technical assistance to other concerned departments, contractors and
vendors for technical research, process evaluation, reagent optimization and investment project’s
construction and commissioning
* Conducts manpower training and education, assesses the employees’ performance and
implements necessary actions to improve their skills and competence
* Oversees the correct and safe implementation of the R & D operations
* Responsible for leading the operators in the implementation of activities to meet objectives, as
well as managing manpower availability and work assignments

Production-HPAL Senior Supervisor at CORAL BAY NICKEL CORPORATION

October 2011  -  Present  (9 years 8 months)
 Production Technical Staff (September 2012- June 2013)
* Responsible for making reports on metal balances, HPAL process heat balance and operations
data
* Responsible for giving orientation courses to new Production employees on process overview
and Production guidelines
* Responsible for giving re-education courses to HPAL Section employees on Standard Operating
Procedures and process theories

Production Shift Leader (October 2010- August 2012)

* Responsible for the efficient and safe operations of the different processes (Ore Preparation,
High Pressure Acid Leach, Pre-Neutralization, Continuous Counter-current Decantation and
Neutralization) in the hydrometallurgical processing plant and makes appropriate actions or
necessary adjustments to stabilize process conditions
* Exercises functions demonstrating capabilities to supervise, lead, control, organize and plan
regular activities
* Leads the operators in the conduct of daily routine activities and troubleshooting procedures
* Coordinates with field and DCS operators for proper control and adjustment required in the
course of operation
* Gathers process data and monitors process equipment status and environmental conditions
* Formulates and updates necessary standard operating procedures
* Conducts experiments and root cause analysis activities to address operational problems and
suggests appropriate countermeasures and process or equipment modifications
* Gives assistance to the Technical Staff in pre-commissioning and commissioning activities
* Has the ability to interpret P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram)

Poduction-HPAL Junior Supervisor at Coral Bay Nickel Corporation

August 2008  -  September 2011  (3 years 2 months)
HPAL Main DCS Operator
 Over-all in charge of Distributed Control System (DCS) operation during all operational and
shutdown/ start-up conditions
 Monitors and controls all operating parameters for the efficient reaction, maximum recovery rates
and reagent optimization
 Confirms and checks operation parameters and regular sampling analysis results for proper
recording and conducts action to maintain stable operation parameters condition
 Submits work requests for sub-standard conditions of equipment and/ or improvement of facilities
 Coordinates with field operators in proper control and adjustments required in the course of
operation
 Evaluates process data gathered and perform corrective measures to maintain and improve
process operations
 Field Operator
 Communicates effectively with the DCS in the execution of control room's safety operating
procedures
 Has safe working experience in a high pressure, high temperature and highly acidic working
environment
 Participates in the isolations lock-up and tag-up for a safe hand-over of equipments for
maintenance activities
 Responsible for the operation and monitoring of Ore Preparation equipments such as Drum
washers, Conveyors, Vibrating screens, and Ore Thickener
 Responsible for the operation and monitoring of HPAL equipments such as Heater feed pumps,
autoclave feed pump (GEHO), acid pump (LEWA), autoclave's seal water system, flush system
and cooling water system
 Routine field sampling and analysis

Assistant Radiological Health and Safety Officer (January 2009- Present)

Accredited by the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute
 Responsible for the safe use and operation of radioactive material sources/ nuclear devices in the
plant
 Coordinates with the plant’s Radiological Health and Safety Officer for implementing emergency
response to any untoward radiation-related incident
 Conducts quarterly monitoring of radioactive material sources

Acting Quality Control Section Manager at Pepsi Cola Products Philippines, Inc.
March 2007  -  August 2008  (1 year 6 months)
Acting Quality Control Section Manager (March – August 2008)
• Quality Management
> Manages regular line test sampling and analysis of every process control point established to
ensure product quality
> Manages all manpower directly under the quality assurance section, to enable each person to
contribute effectively in the quality assurance functions
> Prepares manpower schedule and work assignments
> Prepares regular and effective feedback to all concerned individuals about quality and process
conditions of the plant
> Manages effective record keeping results, information and availability of methods, procedures
and manuals in quality assurance operation
> Provides support to marketing and company directives in new product launch, new packaging
launch, and other special test
 > Handles or manages qualification runs and commercial sterility tests for new products

• Production Management
> Ensures that syrup and beverage prepared by the process section are carefully validated on time
in accordance to specifications
> Ensures that production start-up are on time and process parameters check are conducted before
sign off for production runs
> Ensures proper cut-off and change-over protocols are followed during production conversions

GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and Self – Audit Compliance

> Implements established GMP standards set by the company, PI, and food partners
> Conduct s regular GMP and housekeeping audit in plant
> Ensures compliance to food safety standards in pest control, waste disposal and personal
hygiene
> Ensures accurate and timely feedback on deficiencies for immediate corrections

Technical Services Trainee at Ginebra San Miguel

October 2006  -  January 2007  (4 months)
• Responsible for conducting different analyses (Chemical, Gas Chromatographical,
Microbiological, etc.) of liquor products, alcohol and raw materials used in the manufacturing
process
• Conducts parallel tests with other plant laboratories
 Experienced in using Gas Chromatography equipment, Spectrophotometer, pH meter,
Refractometer, Turbidity meter, HPLC, etc.

Quality Control Engineer/ Pollution Control Officer at Sunmec Corporation

February 2006  -  August 2006  (7 months)
Quality Assurance/ Quality Control Engineer (Feb 2006 - Aug 2006)
• Responsible for checking, controlling and maintaining the good quality condition of the products.
• Prepares documents related to quality control, as well as monitoring the machines used in the
production of the products
• Deals with customers and suppliers regarding quality concerns
• Responsible for purchasing and management of cleanroom materials used in production
Pollution Control Officer -Accredited by DENR and LLDA (May – August 2006)
• Responsible for the environmental concerns and pollution control of the company in accordance
with the government regulations (DENR and LLDA)
• Makes reports and implements environmental activities in accordance with the Philippine
environmental laws
Education
University of Saint La Salle
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering, 2000 - 2005
Activities and Societies:  Junior Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers
Karren Dabon
Region VI - Western Visayas, Philippines
Production and R&D Chief Supervisor at Coral Bay Nickel Corporation (Sumitomo Metal
Mining Philippine Holdings, Inc.)

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