Alessandro Arena

Engineering & Technical Operations Leader | Multi-Site Maintenance Strategy | RCM | Asset Performance & CAPEX | MedTech & Aerospace | PMP®

Lugano Metropolitan Area

About

Forward-thinking Engineering & Technical Operations Leader with over 15 years of progressive international experience directing multi-site infrastructure, asset performance, and technical operations across highly regulated sectors (MedTech, Healthcare, Automotive, Chemical/Oil & Gas). Throughout my career at global matrix organizations, I have specialized in transforming plant priorities into actionable engineering roadmaps. My track record spans long-range capital planning—successfully governing CAPEX portfolios exceeding $6M—as well as leading large-scale facility expansion and New Product Introduction (NPI) programs from concept through commissioning. As a certified PMP® professional, I combine strong technical leadership in Asset Management—including Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), AI-based predictive maintenance, and site-wide CMMS deployment (IBM Maximo)—with strict adherence to quality and compliance standards (GxP, GMP, and ISO frameworks). Driven by a strong Lean culture and continuous improvement mindset, I leverage key methodologies such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to eliminate waste, stabilize shop-floor processes, maximize FPY / OEE, and manage strict change control governance to ensure operational excellence and zero audit risks. Core Expertise & Impact Areas: Multi-Site Governance: Deploying harmonized engineering practices and maintenance benchmarks across international facilities. Team Leadership: Recruiting, coaching, and mentoring high-performing engineering and technical teams (up to 20+ members). Asset Reliability & Maintenance (RCM): Implementing structured Reliability Centered Maintenance frameworks to maximize equipment uptime, minimize operational risks, and optimize lifecycle cost management. EHS & Energy Management: Actively driving corporate safety standards and sustainability initiatives (ISO 14001 / ISO 50001; certified EHS Trainer). Stakeholder Engagement: Effectively bridging the gap between shop-floor execution, global clients, and corporate executive vision. Always open to discussing strategic engineering challenges, multi-site operational excellence, or networking with industry professionals. 📬 Reach out at: [email protected]

Experience

  • Jabil Healthcare (6 yrs 10 mos)
    • Lead Asset Management Engineer | Reliability Centered Maintenance
      Oct 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 10 mos

      Formally designated as Maintenance Engineer, acting as the Technical and Strategic Lead for Asset Management and Reliability Operations across the manufacturing network. Asset Strategy & Reliability (RCM) — Define and execute the Site Maintenance Strategy leveraging Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) frameworks to maximize equipment uptime, process repeatability, and operational efficiency under strict GxP/GMP standards. CMMS Governance & Digitalization — Serve as the site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for IBM Maximo (CMMS), utilizing data-driven analytics to govern equipment lifecycle costs (LCC), optimize spare parts procurement, and standardize maintenance best practices. CAPEX & Project Governance — Act as the Site Technical Lead for new equipment installation, qualification, and commissioning (IQ/OQ/PQ), ensuring seamless integration into production and alignment with financial and timeline targets. Technical Leadership & Problem Solving — Drive advanced engineering troubleshooting, rapid response planning, and structured root-cause analysis (RCA) to support shop-floor maintenance teams and eliminate operational bottlenecks.

    • Sr. Project Manager
      Apr 2020 - Sep 2023 · 3 yrs 6 mos

      Leading Engineering Capital Projects and Quality/Regulatory Compliance Projects Multi-Site Product Focus Team lead (Mezzovico and Raron) Customer Point of Contact for Service/Product Quoting and Strategic collaboration programs New Product Introduction (Spine and Trauma business areas) Project Management Coach

    • Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Lead
      Oct 2019 - Mar 2020 · 6 mos

      Led the Engineering Project Team across the transition from Johnson & Johnson to Jabil Healthcare as part of the Global partnership between the two Companies. "In-Flight" project management, Site Representative @ JnJ/Jabil Product Focus Team Committee. Other duties: Capital Projects / Technology Innovation / New Product Launch

  • Manufacturing Engineering Manager at Johnson & Johnson
    Nov 2017 - Sep 2019 · 1 yr 11 mos

    As part of the Global Engineering organization, I led a team of Engineers and Project Leaders dedicated to implementing new technologies and supporting business growth at the Mezzovico site (Switzerland). I was responsible for: Managing capital investment projects, from initial concept to full execution Overseeing New Product Implementation (NPI) and product launches in alignment with business and operational objectives Driving process improvement initiatives focused on reducing Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and enhancing manufacturing efficiency Key achievements: Developed a comprehensive 5-year technology roadmap for the main local value streams in the trauma and spine medical device businesses Led multiple capital projects and process transformation initiatives in a highly regulated environment, ensuring full compliance with medical device industry standards Successfully managed assigned NPIs across the regulatory approval and implementation phases, contributing to timely and efficient product introductions This role required strong technical leadership, strategic project planning, and collaboration across global and cross-functional teams.

  • GKN Sinter Metals (7 yrs 4 mos)
    • Manufacturing Engineering Manager
      Mar 2011 - Sep 2017 · 6 yrs 7 mos

      Site Leader for Engineering Capital Projects; Design Specification Compliance, Commissioning and Startup of new Process Equipment Machine Performance Improvement and Process Optimization Member of Global ME Team (development and standardization of new Production Equipment) Maintenance Manager (8 internal resources over 2 shifts and external contractors)

    • HSE Manager
      Jun 2010 - May 2013 · 3 yrs

      Health & Safety Officer (RSPP) Responsible for Environmental Management System Achievement of OHSAS 18001 Certificate

  • Maintenance/Project Engineer at ButanGas SpA
    Sep 2008 - May 2010 · 1 yr 9 mos

    Based @ Company HQ, I was in charge for Maintenance and Project Engineering across the 9 Italian Storage Facilities of the Group Responsible for the Standard Operating Procedures

  • Maintenance & Process Control Engineer at Rohm and Haas
    May 2006 - Aug 2008 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    Responsible for Equipment Reliability and Mechanical Integrity Implementation, Startup and Optimization of Chemical Processes via Emerson DeltaV Control System Automation Project of 2 Reactor Trains