Bobby Rogers
VINCENNES,IN
Summary
34 years experience with an Indiana Class IV, Indiana Industrial Class D, Collections Class 2, Tennessee Grade 4 and a Tennessee Grade 2. Worked in just about every type of Wastewater Treatment Plant. Strong Maintenance background and willing to relocate. Focused plant operations leader committed to company core values, driving results and exceeding expectations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Plant Operator
North Knox School Corporation
Bicknell, IN
08.2015 - Current
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules and regulations.
- Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
Plant Manager
Town Of Bruceville
Bruceville, IN
05.2009 - Current
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations and achieving KPIs.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Monitored and supported progress of plant production orders by managing shop capacity and loading functions at several facilities.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Cleaned, lubricated or maintained equipment such as Blowers or Motors to prevent failure or deterioration.
Plant Manager
Fairfield Glade Community Club
Fairfield Glade, TN
08.2008 - 02.2009
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations and achieving KPIs.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
Plant Manager
Vincennes Water Utlities
Vincennes, IN
08.1988 - 08.2008
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations and achieving KPIs.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Tracked data about all aspects of production to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Diagnosed and corrected issues with systems, components and controllers.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Collected samples for laboratory analysis.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
Steelworker
U.S. Navy
Gulfport, MS
03.1986 - 07.1988
- Managed press, brake and roll operations, fabricating sheet steel to specified dimensions and configurations.
- Cut, bent and welded steel pieces using metal shears, torches and [Type] welding equipment.
Infantry Team Leader
U.S. Army
03.1980 - 03.1986
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives.
- Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Kept up-to-date on mission objectives by researching intelligence targets to understand significance in geopolitical context.
- Instructed personnel in de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques for use in foreign national negotiations and cooperative actions.
- Directed logistical training procedures in accordance with military regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Vincennes, IN05.1982
Skills
- Plant Machinery and Equipment
- Plant Operations
- Thermal and Voltage Limits
- Water Treatment Operations
- Parts Repair and Replacement
- Water Purification Systems
- Measuring and Test Equipment
- Critical Decision-Making
- Daily Outage Reports
- Physical Site Security
- OSHA Standards
- Sample Collecting
- Materials Movement
- Technical Documentation
- Relational Databases
- General Housekeeping
- Hazardous Chemical Handling
- Waste Reduction
- Analyzing Water Quality
- Storage Systems
- Chemical Inventory
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Daily Logs
- Adjusting Chemical Levels
- Air Compressors
- Plant Maintenance
- Records Documentation
- Recordkeeping Requirements
- Personnel Protection
- Corrective Actions
- Sludge Disposal
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Handheld Devices
- Corrective Maintenance
- System Monitoring
- Calibrating Instruments
- Recordkeeping Standards
- Testing Quality Analysis
- Chemical Feed Systems
- System Calibration
- Operational Data Assessment
Certification
Indiana Class IV
Indiana Industrial Class D
Indiana Collections Class 2
Tennessee Grade 4
Tennessee Grade 2
Timeline
Plant Operator
North Knox School Corporation
08.2015 - Current
Plant Manager
Town Of Bruceville
05.2009 - Current
Plant Manager
Fairfield Glade Community Club
08.2008 - 02.2009
Plant Manager
Vincennes Water Utlities
08.1988 - 08.2008
Steelworker
U.S. Navy
03.1986 - 07.1988
Infantry Team Leader
U.S. Army
03.1980 - 03.1986
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
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