Christopher Ponder
Deer Park,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. 28 years of operational experience in multiple fields of process technology.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operations
Shell Oil Refinery
Deer Park , TX
2013.11 - 2023.04
- Provided technical support during the implementation of new systems or software applications related to operations processes.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines were met.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for operations processes.
- Provided training sessions for staff on new operational procedures and processes.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure that all operations processes are aligned with corporate goals.
- Conducted research into best practices related to operations process design and management.
- Identified and analyzed process improvement opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce cost and improve customer service.
- Conducted data analysis of existing processes to identify areas of inefficiency or re-engineering potential.
- Monitored operational performance against key performance indicators and provided regular reports on progress.
- Turnaround specialist.
Process Operations
Syngenta Seeds
Houston , TX
2008.03 - 2013.11
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines were met.
- Created detailed documentation of existing processes, including flowcharts, diagrams, job aids, checklists.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify underlying issues impacting operational performance.
- Provided technical support during the implementation of new systems or software applications related to operations processes.
- Industrial fire and rescue team.
- EMT Basic.
Process Operations
Solutia Chemicals
Alvin , TX
2006.01 - 2007.01
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines were met.
- Provided technical support during the implementation of new systems or software applications related to operations processes.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for operations processes.
- Assessed employees through on-site observation and interviews to determine strengths and weaknesses in work performance, methods and team functions.
- Devised new and improved records management programs to organize and protect data.
Chemical Technician
Dixie Chemical Company
Houston , TX
1998.01 - 2006.01
- Participated in team meetings to discuss current projects or brainstorm solutions for challenges faced within the department.
- Replenished laboratory supplies and maintained equipment to support optimal productivity.
- Monitored safety standards in the lab to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Troubleshot problems encountered during testing or experimentation activities.
- Documented test procedures, methods, results, and conclusions in reports for review by senior staff members.
- Conducted laboratory experiments, such as mixing chemicals and monitoring reactions.
- Prepared and tested samples of chemical compounds according to established protocols.
- Fire and Recue Team
Education
OUPV Merchant Mariner Masters - Master Merchant Mariner (Captian)
Captain Roys Marine Training
Seabrook, TX2023-01
Certificate - Chemical Process Technology
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX1995-01
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
Baytown, TX1993-06
Skills
- Operational Efficiency
- Demand Forecasting
- Operations Management
- Process Automation
- TWIC Card
- MMC (25 GT Masters w/ sailing endorsement)
- STCW Basic
- First Aid/ CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Process Operations
Shell Oil Refinery
2013.11 - 2023.04
Process Operations
Syngenta Seeds
2008.03 - 2013.11
Process Operations
Solutia Chemicals
2006.01 - 2007.01
Chemical Technician
Dixie Chemical Company
1998.01 - 2006.01
OUPV Merchant Mariner Masters - Master Merchant Mariner (Captian)
Captain Roys Marine Training
Certificate - Chemical Process Technology
San Jacinto College District
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
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