Chris Binstock
Mandan,ND
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in the refining industry. Skilled in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, with a strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance. Prepared to leverage leadership skills to drive operational excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Excellence Specialist
Marathon Petroleum
Mandan, North Dakota
05.2020 - Current
- Develop, update, and maintain operating procedures in compliance with regulatory, corporate, and local standards.
- Participate in the Management of Change (MOC) and Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) processes.
- Lead and/or supports incident investigations and subsequent recommendations.
- Provide Area Team technical and administrative support and assist in commissioning new equipment.
Shift Supervisor
Tesoro
Mandan, ND
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Provided continuous coaching to operators and mentored them on their roles and responsibilities.
- Lead the start of shift and safety meetings.
- Acted as Incident Commander during emergencies throughout the refinery until Fire and Rescue were on the scene to take over.
- Tended to daily operations, ensuring compliance with HES policies, PSM, and general good operating practices.
Operator/Relief Supervisor
Tesoro
Mandan, ND
02.2008 - 12.2018
- Sustained efficient, reliable, and safe unit operations by closely observing equipment and process parameters.
- Understood and followed operating procedures and guidelines.
- Knowledgeable about the unit process and equipment.
- I filled in as shift supervisor when called upon.
- Oversaw many special projects throughout the unit.
Education
Associate of Science - Power Plant Technology
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND08-2005
Certificate - Plumbing
North Dakota State School of Science
Wahpeton, ND08-2001
Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Safety
- Time management
- Leadership
- Computer literacy
- Hard working
Timeline
Operations Excellence Specialist
Marathon Petroleum
05.2020 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Tesoro
02.2019 - 04.2020
Operator/Relief Supervisor
Tesoro
02.2008 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Power Plant Technology
Bismarck State College
Certificate - Plumbing
North Dakota State School of Science