Brandon Gerrald
Orange,TX
Summary
Experienced process and operations professional with a comprehensive understanding of intricate systems and safety protocols. Skilled at optimizing operational efficiency while maintaining exceptional quality standards. Recognized for fostering teamwork and excelling in dynamic environments, consistently ensuring seamless operations and reliable outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operator
Pelican Power
06.2025 - Current
- Utilized computer systems effectively to monitor processes and input critical data accurately and efficiently.
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing disruptions to the production schedule.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance by performing regular inspections and preventative measures.
- Maintained compliance with health, safety, and environment practices.
- Supported new employee training, ensuring proper understanding of company policies and procedures.
- Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems and deviations.
- Efficiently operated all equipment and machinery according to manufacturer instructions.
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
Process Operator
NRG
12.2023 - 05.2025
- Utilized DCS computer systems effectively to monitor processes and input critical data accurately and efficiently.
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Operated various types of machinery proficiently, for offloading raw materials,
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing disruptions to the production schedule.
- Prepared unit equipment for maintenance during outages and routine maintenance intervals
- Maintained compliance with health, safety, and environment practices.
- Took HRSG samples and calibrated analyzers for accuracy
Process Operator
Invista
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems and deviations.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Supported new employee training, ensuring proper understanding of company policies and procedures.
- Conducted routine equipment calibrations, ensuring optimal performance throughout the production process.
- Trained new operators, significantly improving team performance and process knowledge.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety guidelines and reporting potential hazards.
Process Operator
ExxonMobil Refinery
09.2013 - 04.2022
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Maintained compliance with health, safety, and environment practices.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Efficiently operated all equipment and machinery according to manufacturer instructions.
Process Operator
Lanxess Corporation
01.2002 - 09.2013
- Efficiently operated all equipment and machinery according to manufacturer instructions.
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Maintained compliance with health, safety, and environment practices.
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
Education
Associate of Arts - Computer Aided Drafting
Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TX05.1997
High School Diploma -
West Orange-Stark High School
Orange, TX05.1994
Skills
- Commissioning procedures
- Problem-solving and maintenance
- Regulatory compliance expertise
- Strategic decision-making
- Compliance with safety standards
- Equipment handling proficiency
- Lockout/tagout safety practices
- Risk assessment for hazardous substances
- Permit Issuing
- Developing standard operating procedures
- Process optimization
- Compliance with safety regulations
Timeline
Process Operator
Pelican Power
06.2025 - Current
Process Operator
NRG
12.2023 - 05.2025
Process Operator
Invista
04.2022 - 12.2023
Process Operator
ExxonMobil Refinery
09.2013 - 04.2022
Process Operator
Lanxess Corporation
01.2002 - 09.2013
Associate of Arts - Computer Aided Drafting
Lamar Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
West Orange-Stark High School
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