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CHARLES CHILDRESS

Loranger,Louisiana

Summary

Hardworking operator/mechanic/foreman who is skilled in quality control and machine and equipment troubleshooting paired with outstanding time management and multitasking abilities. Quick learner offering 10 years of experience operating machines of various magnitudes. Focused on reducing costs and increasing productivity. I would like to obtain a position with a reputable company that has growth potential and will allow me to use my skill set and knowledge base that I have gained from my previous employers. I am a

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operator

Kraton Chemical Company
Savannah, GA
09.2020 - 08.2023
  • Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify any potential issues or malfunctions.
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
  • Troubleshooted mechanical problems with machines, making repairs or adjustments when necessary.
  • Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
  • Checked product quality against specified standards at each stage of production process.
  • Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
  • Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
  • Evaluated new products for compatibility with existing systems and processes.
  • Swap exchangers/pumps and maintained steam boilers.
  • Forklift certified.

Startup General Foreman

IHI Commission
Elba Island, Savannah, GA
04.2018 - 02.2020
  • Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
  • Directed the activities of subcontractors to ensure quality workmanship and adherence to contract specifications.
  • Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
  • Estimated time, material, and labor costs used in project plans.
  • Monitored project progress to ensure efficient use of resources and timely completion of tasks.
  • Supported project quality assurance and quality control planning for assigned tasks.
  • Assigned rotating work schedules to maximize coverage and maintain productivity.
  • Collaborated with engineers and architects on design modifications when necessary.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Delegated work to team members and checked for completion in compliance with company guidelines and customer needs.
  • Supervised, trained, and evaluated assigned personnel in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Overseeing high pressure tests such as pneumatic and hydro test and am able to read ISO's and PNID's
  • Worked with making bolt-ups, replacing and rebuilding valves, installing and removing slip blinds/orphases and operating manlift/forklift

A-Class Pipefitter

Excel
Elba Island, Savannah, GA
03.2018 - 04.2019
  • Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
  • Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
  • Repair or replace worn parts such as seals and bearings on pumps and valves.
  • Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
  • Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
  • Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.
  • Test plumbing systems for leaks using air pressure gauges or other testing devices.
  • Assemble and secure pipes by welding joints or using cement or solder.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctioning systems by diagnosing issues with components such as valves or pumps.
  • Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
  • Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
  • Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
  • Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
  • Identifying signs of potential problems with boilers and pressure vessels, such as tube leakage, scaling, pitting, metals discoloration and refractory failures.
  • Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.

Rigger-Foreman

Delmar System Inc.
Broussard, LA
04.2013 - 03.2018
  • Manage a workforce that has transitioned from incentive pay to straight day-work or day-work with bonus and increase productivity
  • Manage operator work schedules to minimize work stress and overtime
  • Visits all work sites regularly to ensure work is progressing satisfactorily; inspects all completed work
  • Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites workflow
  • Continually inspect work performed by crew for quality and specification compliance following quality assurance and quality control procedures
  • Operated cranes for movement of heavy equipment.

Education

Associate degree - Logistics

United States Naval Academy
01.2012

Highschool Diploma -

Loranger High School
Loranger, LA
05-2011

Skills

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task
  • Continually inspect work performed by crew for quality and specification compliance following quality assurance and quality control procedures
  • Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally with employers and supervisors in a highly professional manner
  • Safety oriented, demonstrate ability to use good judgment and exhibit strong leadership skills
  • Ability to accurately articulate technical details regarding product and project specifications
  • Demonstrate ability to delegate and/or authority where applicable
  • Dependent on the project or section of work being supervised specialist knowledge may at times be desirable or essential
  • A good organizer, both of self and individuals with the ability to think in advance
  • Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment

Military Background

United States Navy, Logistics -associate degree /SWCC (special warfare combatant craft crew member), 2012, 2013

Other Employment

  • Save-a-Lot Supermarket, Hammond, LA, 01/2010, 01/2011
  • April 2008-July 2008

Personal Information

Title: Valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential Care) -Present

Certification

  • Valid TWICC card
  • Certified professional trainer

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Operator

Kraton Chemical Company
09.2020 - 08.2023

Startup General Foreman

IHI Commission
04.2018 - 02.2020

A-Class Pipefitter

Excel
03.2018 - 04.2019

Rigger-Foreman

Delmar System Inc.
04.2013 - 03.2018

Associate degree - Logistics

United States Naval Academy

Highschool Diploma -

Loranger High School

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