Flavio De Antoni

Results‑driven manufacturing/compounding supervisor with extensive experience in beauty, personal care, fragrance, and pharmaceutical production. Proven ability to optimize processes, elevate quality standards, and lead GMP‑compliant compounding and production operations. Strong track record of developing high‑performing teams, improving workflows, and resolving complex technical issues through analytical, hands‑on leadership.

Skilled in partnering with R&D, QA/QC, Supply Chain, and Planning to support formula scale‑up, enhance batch consistency, and strengthen end‑to‑end manufacturing performance. Bilingual (English/Spanish) U.S. citizen recognized for reliability, adaptability, and delivering safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing outcomes.

Compounding Supervisor at LaDove, Inc. (2024-01 – Present)

Family‑owned contract manufacturer recognized for producing premium beauty, personal care, pet, and home care products with a commitment to quality and craftsmanship.

• Supervised and developed a team of 14 employees, ensuring adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety protocols, and production quality standards.
• Increased operational efficiency and product consistency by optimizing manufacturing workflows and implementing process‑improvement initiatives.
• Revised and standardized operational procedures, including updating formulas, batch documentation, and production methods to meet regulatory and quality requirements.
• Led a raw‑material disposal project valued at USD 1.5M, ensuring compliant handling, traceability, and environmental safety.
• Directed optimization of compounding areas, including tank sanitization, cleaning validation, and equipment readiness to support high‑quality batch production.

Process Engineer at Pan American Fragrances, Inc. (2024-01 – 2024-12)

Supports customers throughout the Americas with cosmetic and fragrance products that reach markets worldwide.

• Optimized manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, product quality, and safety while ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards.
• Troubleshot production line issues, identified root causes, and implemented corrective actions that increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
• Partnered with R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to streamline production workflows, support formula scale‑up, and ensure products consistently met quality specifications.
• Oversaw sanitation, cleaning validation, and equipment readiness to support high‑quality batch production and minimize contamination risks.

Compounding Supervisor / Quality Control Lead Products in Process at Chemco Corporation (2020-01 – 2023-12)

Concept‑to‑shelf manufacturer of professional skin, hair, and body care products, offering both proprietary brands and comprehensive private‑label and contract manufacturing services.

• Directed a team of 15 employees, driving adherence to safety protocols and quality benchmarks to support reliable and efficient manufacturing operations.
• Maintained rigorous quality control by performing and validating key tests (pH, Brookfield viscosity, specific gravity) to ensure batch consistency and regulatory compliance.
• Oversaw raw‑material inventory levels and partnered closely with Supply Chain to maintain accurate stock, prevent shortages, and support uninterrupted production.
• Served as a liaison across Planning, Maintenance, Customer Service, QA, QC, and Production to align priorities, resolve issues, and ensure smooth end‑to‑end operations.
• Reduced finished‑goods stock levels by 90% over two years through improved inventory accuracy, demand alignment, and process optimization.
• Implemented a new racking system that improved warehouse organization, increased storage efficiency, and strengthened material traceability.
• Generated batch cards and production documentation using Fishbowl and Formulator, ensuring accurate batch records and compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

Maintenance Manager at Colonnade Management, Inc. (2008-01 – 2010-12)

Corporate office, multi-tenant building, 12 floors, 100+ units.

• Supervised a team of 2 employees and managed over 20 vendors and suppliers, ensuring timely, high‑quality maintenance and repair services.
• Directed daily building operations, preventive maintenance programs, and corrective repairs to maintain safe, efficient, and fully functional facilities.
• Coordinated building permits, inspections, and new construction projects, ensuring compliance with local regulations and smooth execution of development activities.
• Oversaw procurement of new equipment, evaluating needs, negotiating with vendors, and ensuring cost‑effective purchasing decisions.
• Maintained accurate inventory of materials, tools, and equipment to support uninterrupted maintenance operations.
• Partnered with Marketing to implement new property management strategies that enhanced tenant experience and operational efficiency.

Owner & Operator at Harf Investment Group, Inc. (2000-01 – 2008-12)

$2M general contracting business with proven expertise in single‑family home builds and commercial construction and renovation projects.

• Led customer relationships, prepared cost estimates, defined scopes of work, and developed design proposals for construction and renovation projects.
• Managed end‑to‑end construction and remodeling activities, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and general building repairs, ensuring high‑quality and code‑compliant execution.
• Oversaw multiple projects simultaneously, coordinating schedules, resources, and contractors to ensure timely completion and minimal disruption to tenants and operations.

Quality Control Technologist at Cuenca Labs. (1998-01 – 2000-12)

Family‑owned contract manufacturer recognized for producing premium beauty and hair color products with a strong commitment to quality and innovation.

• Redesigned and standardized manufacturing procedures to strengthen quality control, improve process efficiency, and ensure consistent GMP‑compliant operations.
• Maintained rigorous quality control standards by performing and validating critical tests (pH, Brookfield viscosity, specific gravity) to ensure batch accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborated closely with R&D to streamline formula scale‑up, optimize production workflows, and ensure all products met established quality and performance specifications.

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering – UTN Regional Buenos Aires (1993-12)