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Ahmed Olayiwola

South Holland,IL

Summary

Results-driven Senior Operations Specialist with expertise in DCS Systems and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency through effective troubleshooting and workflow management.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Operations Specialist

BP Refinery
Whiting, IN
03.2009 - 03.2026
  • Operate and monitor refinery units via Distributed Control Systems (DCS) to ensure safe and efficient production.
  • Coordinate with field operators to maintain optimal process conditions and respond to system deviations.
  • Lead troubleshooting efforts for equipment and process issues, minimizing downtime and production losses.
  • Execute plant start-ups, shutdowns, and emergency procedures safely and effectively.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
  • Train and mentor junior operators on best practices and operational procedures.

Education

Process Operator

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
12-2006

Skills

  • Operational excellence
  • Business process improvement
  • Workflow management
  • Production planning
  • DCS Systems (Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV, Yokogawa)
  • SCADA Systems & Process Control Interfaces
  • Process Monitoring & Data Analysis
  • Equipment: Pumps, Compressors, Heat Exchangers, Furnaces
  • SAP / CMMS Systems for Maintenance Coordination
  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Timeline

Senior Operations Specialist

BP Refinery
03.2009 - 03.2026

Process Operator

Joliet Junior College
Ahmed Olayiwola