Andrew J. Rodriguez
CEMEX
Santa Fe Springs
2
Languages
9
Certifications
5
years of professional experience
Industrial Operations Professional with experience in tank farm, terminal, and chemical plant operations. Skilled in hazardous material handling, sampling, testing, inspections, and bulk product transfer operations. Experienced operating ABB control systems to safely load and unload railcars, tank trucks, and ISO containers while monitoring continuous plant operations and maintaining accurate SAP documentation. Demonstrates strong operational judgment, critical thinking, and mechanical aptitude when troubleshooting operational issues, tracing process lines, coordinating equipment and railcar movements, and supporting routine inspections and preventive maintenance. Recognized for the ability to anticipate operational requirements, identify potential problems, assess changing conditions, and make informed decisions while maintaining strict OSHA and environmental compliance.
Work History
Terminal Operator
2 Months- Perform bulk cement terminal operations, including railcar offloading and transferring cement from storage silos into bulk transport trucks.
- Coordinate railcar switching, movement, and spotting while working directly with BNSF personnel to facilitate rail logistics and delivery schedules.
- Operate forklifts and shuttle wagon to transport materials, reposition equipment, and support daily facility operations.
- Perform routine equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, general repairs, and troubleshooting to maintain equipment reliability and operational readiness.
- Assist with facility renovations and safety improvements, including equipment painting, guardrail installation, and repairs using hand and power tools.
- Maintain facility housekeeping and safe working conditions while supporting daily operations within a small, three-person crew.
- Maintain accurate SAP documentation and operational records to support inventory tracking, reporting, and daily terminal activities.
Logistics Operator
3 Years- Operate bulk loading/unloading of hazardous materials via railcars, tank cars, hopper trucks, and ISO/container systems in a 24/7 continuous process facility
- Perform railcar spotting, switching, alignment, and securement in coordination with drivers and logistics personnel
- Monitor and control product transfer operations using ABB control systems and SAP for inventory, tracking, and documentation
- Execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, equipment isolation, and safety critical steps in compliance with plant standards
- Operate and troubleshoot vacuum/pressure blowers, transfer systems, and star valves to maintain continuous production
- Conduct field inspections, equipment checks, and basic troubleshooting to identify and correct operational issues
- Work with hazardous chemicals under strict environmental, safety, and regulatory compliance procedures (PPE, permits, safety protocols)
- Collaborate with logistics coordinator and multiple plant departments while also working independently in field operations
- Adapt to rotating shifts, overtime, and emergency response needs in a high volume industrial environment
- Perform Housekeeping Duties, including spill cleanup and work area organization, to maintain safe operating conditions and regulatory compliance
Agricultural Inspector
1 Year- Performed sampling, gauging, inspection, and quality testing of agricultural oils on shore tanks, vessels, and barges
- Utilized manual and electronic gauging methods to verify product volumes, temperatures, and inventory accuracy
- Collected representative samples and conducted quality testing to verify compliance with customer and product specifications
- Coordinated closely with tank farm operators, drivers, vessel crews to support safe and efficient product transfer operations
- Prepared detailed field documentation and inspection reports for product movements, transfers, and quality verification
Plumbers Helper
10 Months- Measured, cut, assembled, and installed pipe, tubing, and fittings using hand and power tools.
- Performed preventive maintenance and leak detection on residential plumbing systems under supervision.
- Kept job sites organized to support safe, efficient workflow during active plumbing projects.
- Transported materials between work areas to keep installation and repair tasks moving on schedule.
- Prepared tools and equipment for daily operations to reduce setup delays for the plumbing team.
Education
Diploma
Skills
Technical: ABB Control Systems
SAP
Industrial Equipment
Hand & Power Tools.
Equipment: Forklift
Yard Dog
Shuttle Wagon
Boom Lift.
Additional: Mechanical Aptitude
Equipment Troubleshooting
Preventive Maintenance
Line Tracing
Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
CPR/AED
Timeline
Terminal Operator
CEMEX
09.2026 - CurrentRead More
Logistics Operator
Americas Styrenics
07.2023 - 07.2026Read More
Agricultural Inspector
Amspec
07.2022 - 07.2023Read More
Plumbers Helper
Nu-Way Plumbing
06.2021 - 04.2022Read More
Santa Fe High School
Diploma
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