Angel Ramirez
Angleton,TX
Summary
Dual Qualified Process Technician with 5 years of combined experience in Console (DCS) and Outside Field Operations within continuous hydrocarbons chemical manufacturing. Skilled in remote process control using ABB DCS, managing Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS/IPL), and executing startup and shutdown protocols. Focused on promoting safety and enhancing team collaboration to optimize operations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Technician - LHC9
Dow
Oyster Creek, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Managed SIS, IPL, and burner management systems, minimizing trip risks and enhancing operational safety.
- Executed furnace field work, performing igniter-based burner light offs, flame checks, and automated decoking cycles to ensure compliance with strict procedures.
- Supported continuous hydrocarbon processing by monitoring furnaces, high steam systems, and water cleanup systems through ABB DCS, while tracking incoming feed, fuel gas supply, and steam generation within safe operating limits.
- Worked directly with field operators during furnace light offs, cooldowns, and normal plant operations.
- Prepared and issued high-risk work permits for hot work, confined space entry, and general safe work across hydrocarbon processing areas for maintenance crews and contractors.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on process equipment, ensuring adherence to established procedures for reliability.
- Carried out equipment isolations, LOTO, and line breaking to prepare hydrocarbon service pumps, vessels, and furnaces for maintenance work.
- Recorded and applied DCS changes accurately to keep system updates documented.
Batch Plant Operator
TLC
Freeport, Texas
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Promoted to Shift Lead after successfully training incoming operators on safety standards, batching equipment, and production workflows.
- Minimized downtime and reduced product waste by adhering to recipe schedule and proactively preparing hoppers during long continuous batch runs.
- Conducted routine night shift walk-downs to monitor equipment performance, identifying mechanical failures and ensuring operational efficiency.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology
Brazosport College
Lake Jackson, TX05-2021
Skills
- DCS operations
- Preventive maintenance
- Operational efficiency
- Process troubleshooting
- Team collaboration
- Quick learning ability
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Certification
- TWIC Card
- Certified Forklift Operator
Timeline
Process Technician - LHC9
Dow
11.2021 - Current
Batch Plant Operator
TLC
07.2021 - 11.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology
Brazosport College