Rafael Fraga

Rafael Fraga is an experienced Process Engineer and Metallurgist currently employed at HandyTube Corporation since September 2023. Previously, Rafael held various positions at Gerdau North America from June 2019 to September 2023, including Process Engineer and Rolling Mill SR Specialist, where responsibilities encompassed operational standards development, safety, quality, productivity improvements, and employee training. Rafael also served as a Metallurgist Engineer at USIMINAS from November 2007 to January 2014, focusing on health and safety, production management, and project development. Earlier roles included Process Engineer at Paranapanema S.A. and a solid educational background with a Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering from Escola De Minas and a Master's degree in Engenharia Metalúrgica from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais.