Otavio Figueiredo is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in continuous improvement, quality management, and project engineering across various positions at WestRock Company and other organizations. Currently serving as Continuous Improvement Manager (Black Belt) at WestRock since August 2019, Otavio drives EBITDA-focused improvements through project management and resource allocation. Previous roles at WestRock include Quality Manager, Project Manager, Manufacturing Excellence Coordinator, and Project Engineer II, where leadership in performance excellence and product reliability were emphasized. Prior experience at International Paper as a REACH Engineer Trainee involved participation in cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing efficiency and cost reduction. Otavio began career initiatives at Neoenergia as a Customer Experience Analyst, focusing on innovation in customer interactions. Educational qualifications encompass a degree in Electrical Engineering from the Federal University of Technology - Parana, an MBA from USP, and a Project Management Executive Program from Ohio University.