Charlie Yates
Rienzi,Mississippi
Summary
Accomplished Chemical Lab Technician with over 20 years of experience with Caterpillar Reman Division dedicated to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the Prentiss Reman Facility as a vital member of the Prentiss Chemical Lab Operations Team. Committed to maintaining high productivity levels while adhering to industry standards and safety protocols. Proven ability to support team objectives through effective collaboration, inventoryand problem-solving skills. Eager to leverage expertise in chemical lab operations to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Chemical Lab Technician
Caterpillar Inc
Booneville, MS
03.2006 - Current
- Developed and implemented laboratory safety protocols, enhancing compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in chemical processes.
- Trained junior technicians on laboratory procedures, fostering skill development and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Oversaw inventory management of chemicals and supplies, ensuring optimal stock levels for uninterrupted operations.
- Analyzed test data and generated detailed reports, supporting decision-making for product development and improvement initiatives.
- Tested titration of chemical tanks in production line to check for ideal pH and other chemical levels and balance ratios.
- Led initiatives to improve waste disposal methods, promoting environmental sustainability within the laboratory.
- Supported quality control initiatives by conducting comprehensive analyses of raw materials, intermediate products, and final goods ensuring product consistency.
- Ensured accurate results by performing routine calibration of laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Participated actively in continuous improvement activities aimed at enhancing laboratory processes, ultimately resulting in a more streamlined work environment.
- Increased cost-efficiency by optimizing resource allocation during experiments while minimizing waste production without compromising accuracy.
- Enhanced data quality with meticulous record-keeping and detailed report generation for all experiments conducted.
- Performed Titrations for a variety of machines at Prentiss Facility
- Added Proper Amount of Chemicals to Machine to maintain concentrations
- Changed Filters for Detail Booths and Parts Washers
- Performed Preventative Maintenance on Machines as Required
- Performed Cleanliness Audits Weekly as Required
- Responded to Calls for Support of the Operations Process
- Responded to Chemical Spills and performed necessary Clean Up
- Assisted Tankers in the Loading of Hazardous Materials
- Properly prepared and sealed off barrels for disposal of Hazardous Waste
- Loaded, weighed, and documented scrap metals to be sent to Columbus Scrap
- Routine Maintenance Torit Downflo tables and filters.
- Routine Dumps and Cleaning of Washers
- Routine Maintenance of Coolant for Mazaks
- Regularly used “The Pig” on numerous dumps and Chemical Spills.
- Became Familiar and aware of numerous Such as Rust Preventatives, Coolants, Caustic Cleaning Agents, Hazardous Waste, Sulfuric Acid, etc. and how they react with other elements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jumpertown
Jumpertown MS05-1999
Skills
- 40 Hour HAZWOPER(Hazardous Waste Operations Emergency Response) Training with annual 8 hour refresher for over a decade
- DOT/HAZMAT Training
- RCRA Training (Resource Conservation and Recovery ACT)
- SWPPP Training (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan)
- Location Management Systems
- Inventory Data Collection and Ordering
- ISO Cleanliness Audit Analysis
- 5S Lean Methodology
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint Fluent
- Confined Space Training
- Lockout/Tagout Training
- SIF Prevention
- SPCC Training (Spill Prevention Control Plan)
- IATA Training ( Air Transportation of Hazardous Materials and Dangerous Goods)
- Hazard Communication 2012 GHS
- US Hazardous Materials Transportation (49 CFR Parts 100 -185)
- MFG/PRO Software
- QAD Enterprise Resource Planning
Timeline
Advanced Chemical Lab Technician
Caterpillar Inc
03.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
Jumpertown