Anthony Stoddard
Clinton
Summary
Skilled Chemical Processor with a proven track record at Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company, showcasing expertise in hazardous materials handling and a strong safety awareness. Excelles in process troubleshooting and reactor operations, significantly enhancing product quality and efficiency. Demonstrating exceptional teamwork and communication, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Responsible Chemical Operator with over 7 years of manufacturing experience. Successful in conducting routine inspections, and troubleshooting existing problems. Forklift certified and adept in operating manual and automated equipment to facilitate productions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Processor
Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
10.2017 - Current
- Maintained a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency gains.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
- Coordinated with other departments on timely delivery of raw materials for production.
- Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
- Contributed to sustainability efforts by recycling waste materials whenever possible during production processes.
- Maintained safety standards during operation of chemical processing equipment, preventing any incidents.
- Enhanced product quality by closely monitoring chemical reactions and adjusting parameters as necessary.
- Reduced waste, carefully managing chemical inputs and recycling by-products where feasible.
- Operated chemical processing equipment, including centrifuges, evaporators and reactors.
- Utilized computerized process control systems to monitor and adjust chemical process variables.
- Troubleshot and solved process equipment problems to minimize production downtime.
- Ensured safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during chemical operations.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Load trailers with a variety of different products.
- Operate a Still and Whipped Film Evaporators.
Laborer/Load/Unload
Archers Daniels Midland (ADM) Fleeting
08.2014 - 10.2017
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Properly operated loader by starting engine, shifting gears and pressing pedals and levers.
- Loading and unloading railcars, semi-trailers, and barges.
- Moving various products including salt, fertilizer, feed, and magnesium oxide
- Operating locomotives, loaders, skid loaders, dump trucks, trackmobiles.
- Implementing barge safety, and rail safety practice
Blaster
Graycor Blasting Company
04.2015 - 04.2016
- Prevented misfires by conducting thorough pre-blast inspections of all equipment, connections, and detonators before initiating each blast sequence.
- Set up det cord charges and set them off to get rid of buildup on heat exchangers
- Improved team productivity with consistent communication and coordination during blasting operations.
Vendor
Valley Vending
02.2013 - 07.2014
- Met sales goals by offering excellent customer service.
- Answered questions and assisted customers with item selection and location.
- Strengthened vendor relationships by maintaining open communication and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
- Drove a delivery route and stocked vending machines at many area factories.
- Had to go through Exelon's testing to fill the vending machines in the plant
Education
Associate of Applied Science - HVAC
Scott Community College
500 Belmont Rd, Bettendorf, IA 5272205-2011
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
817 8th Ave S, Clinton, IA 5273205-2009
Skills
- Hazardous materials handling
- Process troubleshooting
- Heat exchange systems
- Reactor operations
- Evaporation processes
- Solvent recovery
- Pressure control
- Distillation techniques
- Filtration methods
- Centrifugation processes
- Hazardous chemicals
- Strong safety awareness
Timeline
Chemical Processor
Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
10.2017 - Current
Blaster
Graycor Blasting Company
04.2015 - 04.2016
Laborer/Load/Unload
Archers Daniels Midland (ADM) Fleeting
08.2014 - 10.2017
Vendor
Valley Vending
02.2013 - 07.2014
Associate of Applied Science - HVAC
Scott Community College
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
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