Carey Blanchett
Greenwood,SC
Summary
Seasoned professional with two decades in the chemical/Nylon/Utilities producing industry, focusing on equipment maintenance and safety compliance. Experienced in using control room technologies to oversee operations and ensure adherence to OSHA regulations for hazardous materials. Proven ability to lead teams in unloading and processing raw materials while maintaining high safety standards. Adept in data management and reporting using Microsoft Office tools, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Control Room Operator/Production Operations
Teijin
10.2020 - Current
- Directed control room operations to ensure adherence to safety protocols and industry compliance.
- Oversaw operation and maintenance of complex control systems(DCS) to ensure optimal performance.
- Spearheaded collaboration initiatives among team members to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to uphold performance and reliability standards.
- Analyzed performance data to identify trends and implement process improvements.
- Spearheaded crisis management initiatives, fostering collaboration among team members to effectively resolve issues.
- Oversaw emergency operations to effectively shut down faulty equipment.
- Orchestrated seamless shift transitions by implementing effective communication strategies and delivering detailed briefings on critical issues.
- Facilitated documentation and escalation of complex issues and conditions to management for specialized diagnosis and resolution.
- Fostered a positive work environment by championing open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among control room staff.
- Implemented rigorous safety protocols and enforced compliance to ensure workplace safety.
- Oversaw and recorded operational system statuses using relevant journals and control system tools.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of operating procedures to ensure adherence to changing regulatory standards.
- Assisted in adjusting pump and delivery schedules. Supported monitoring of tank inventories, meter counts, line pressures, and temperatures to maintain equipment performance.
- Managed CCTV feed monitoring to uphold facility security and safety standards.
- Oversaw operation and maintenance of surveillance equipment to ensure optimal control room security.
- Streamlined communication channels between control room and field operators to improve coordination and operational efficiency.
- Updated operational manuals to reflect current best practices and enhance team access to procedural information.
- Oversaw equipment operations and conducted thorough analysis of system activity readouts.
- Established and enforced safety protocols and procedures to enhance workplace security.
- Oversaw control panel data monitoring to ensure adherence to operational parameters.
- Executed inspection and calibration of valves, pumps, and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Chemical Lead Operator
ASCEND PERFORMANCE MATERIALS LLC
11.2014 - 11.2019
- Managed operation of four boilers to ensure optimal steam and heat supply throughout the plant.
- Managed operation of 9 air machines to ensure consistent airflow throughout the plant.
- Assisted in maintaining wastewater basin by conducting sampling to meet specifications prior to release. Communicated regularly with chemical laboratory to ensure accurate analysis and compliance.
- Managed operation of up to 10 chilled water pumps to ensure optimal water pressure for plant functionality.
- Utilized Cimplicity and Provox software for comprehensive computer and TV monitoring operations.
- Utilized Excel and Aspen Explorer to monitor processes and report changes effectively.
- Ensured compliance with Title 5 OSHA regulations to maintain workplace safety standards.
- Assisted teams in completing projects on schedule and within budget. Supported project management efforts by coordinating tasks and resources. Contributed to team success through effective communication and collaboration.
Chemical Operator
MUNDY/ ASCEND PERFORMANCE MATERIALS
08.2005 - 11.2014
- Executed unloading operations of raw materials from railcars into designated storage tanks.
- Collected samples from railcars and storage tanks for analysis in chemical lab. Communicated with lab personnel to verify compliance with sampling specifications.
- Managed unloading record maintenance using Excel to ensure accurate inventory tracking.
- Oversaw inventory management of railcars arriving and departing from the plant to optimize storage tank capacity.
- Modified and sanitized filters to eliminate contaminants and ensure compliance with raw material specifications.
- Managed operation of 4-ton shuttle wagon to transport railcars to designated unloading areas.
- Operated 2 to 4 inch unloading lines to facilitate efficient unloading processes.
- Assisted environmental engineers and OSHA in following standard operating procedures to prevent leaks and unauthorized releases.
- Conducted sampling every 2-4 hours to ensure quality standards across various plant areas.
- Utilized chemical hazmat suit to ensure safety during handling of hazardous materials.
- Conducted minor maintenance on air, water, and nitrogen hoses to ensure operational integrity.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Central Baptist High School
Memphis, TNHigh school or equivalent - undefined
Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, FLSkills
Data analysis with Excel
Certification
- Hazmat January 2019 to January 2020
- Forklift Certified January 2017 to January 2020
- Cargo tank Inspection August 2019 to Present Complies with 49 CFR Part 172.704
- Dot Hazmat General Awareness December 2017 to Present
- Dot Inspection and Shipping Rail Cars July 2017 to Present
- Dot Inspection and Shippinh Tank Trucks July 2017 to Present
- DOT Hazmat Transportation Labeling and Placarding July 2017 to Present
- DOT HAZMAT Transportation Shipping papers July 2017
Assessments
- Logic & Verbal Reasoning — Completed November 2019 Understanding the meaning of text, and identifying the relationships among words or concepts. Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_to_profile/d6aeb41774a6b7325b93cfe67e83b1e3eed53dc074545cb7
- Mechanical Skills: Monitoring — Highly Proficient November 2019 Monitoring machine indicators to determine appropriate functioning. Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_to_profile/3649c7ae62c868b67a26d6d4e4627d80feed53dc074545cb7
- Spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel — Completed November 2019 Excel knowledge including common tools, PivotTables, conditional & nested formulas, and custom visuals. Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_to_profile/c4952ab39e5064e1b501c0b53b0fb2fceed53dc074545cb7
- Organizational Skills — Proficient November 2019 Arranging and managing information or materials using a set of rules. Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_to_profile/c353de5368ac3f5fe648459dbd07158eed53dc074545cb7
- Mechanical Skills: Aptitude — Familiar November 2019 Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes. Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_to_profile/748582569566b69982a4ac598b4bc388aeed53dc074545cb7 Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Additional Information
- 1. SKILLS
- Inventory Tracking
- Unloading and Transportation oh Highly Corrosive Materials
- Organizing and Maintaining Documents BOL, COAs, DOT OSHA
- File and Record searching SAP SOP MSDS
- Streamline Processing/ Internal and external flow analysis training
- Diagnosing malfunctions and searching best solutions to solve safely and accurately
- Trustworthiness
- Building Relationships
- Communication well with others
Timeline
Control Room Operator/Production Operations
Teijin
10.2020 - Current
Chemical Lead Operator
ASCEND PERFORMANCE MATERIALS LLC
11.2014 - 11.2019
Chemical Operator
MUNDY/ ASCEND PERFORMANCE MATERIALS
08.2005 - 11.2014
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Central Baptist High School
High school or equivalent - undefined
Pensacola Christian College