Patrick B. Hebert
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Experienced Process Operator / Console Operator Lead with a strong background in oil & gas production, chemical processing, and high-volume operations. Proven ability to lead teams, monitor and control processes using Foxboro and DeltaV DCS systems, and execute safe, efficient plant startups and shutdowns while maintaining strict safety and environmental compliance standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Console Operator Lead
Westlake Chemical South
10.2021 - Current
- Operate and monitor plant systems using Foxboro DCS for real-time process control
- Lead console and field coordination to maintain safe, efficient plant operations
- Execute and support unit startups and shutdowns
- Troubleshoot process upsets, alarms, and equipment failures
- Optimize throughput and reduce downtime
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, PSM, and environmental regulations
Production Lead (Deepwater)
Danos
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Operated systems using DeltaV DCS to monitor and control production
- Managed production of 98,000+ barrels of oil per day
- Led shift operations and enforced safety protocols
- Performed startup and shutdown procedures
- Responded to alarms and stabilized operations
- Maintained production and incident reports
Production Operator (A-Operator)
Island Operating
02.2017 - 08.2020
- Operated and maintained production equipment
- Assisted with startups, shutdowns, and transitions
- Performed LOTO, inspections, and maintenance
- Ensured safety and environmental compliance
Education
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Louisiana State University
Eunice, LA01.2016
Diploma - undefined
Basile High School
01.2016
Skills
- Foxboro DCS
- DeltaV DCS
- SCADA
- Startup/Shutdown
- PSM
- Troubleshooting
- Gas Compression
- PLC Systems
- LOTO
- Chemical Analysis
- Reporting
- OSHA Compliance
Certification
- TWIC Card (Active)
- CPR Certified
- Basic Firefighting Certified
- Process Safety & Industrial Safety Training
Timeline
Console Operator Lead
Westlake Chemical South
10.2021 - Current
Production Lead (Deepwater)
Danos
08.2020 - 10.2021
Production Operator (A-Operator)
Island Operating
02.2017 - 08.2020
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Louisiana State University
Diploma - undefined
Basile High School