Clarence E. Buttram Jr
Nippon Paint (NPAA)
Chattanooga,TN
33
years of professional experience
Experienced Chemical Operator with 23 years of expertise in utilizing statistical process control techniques to ensure process consistencies and product quality. Skilled in chemical processing, lean manufacturing, and root cause analysis. Dedication to being recognized as a versatile, conscientious professional with strong communication, computer, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Work History
Lead Operations Supervisor
3 Years 8 Months- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
- Balanced competing priorities successfully across multiple projects simultaneously without sacrificing attention to detail or overall operational efficiency.
- Championed change management efforts during organizational restructuring to minimize disruption to ongoing operations while maintaining employee morale.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among team members.
- Mentored team members to develop their skills and reach their full potential, boosting overall team performance.
- Oversaw resource allocation efficiently to ensure all tasks were completed on time without compromising quality or budgetary constraints.
Plant Operator
11 Years 10 Months- Operated induction furnace used to produce an aluminum nickel alloy catalyst for oil refineries used to take the sulfur out of gas
- Oversaw product levels, pump operations, and flow rates in batch processes.
Outside Plant Technician
1 Year 2 Months- Repaired and conditioned service lines
- Monitored and upheld quality standards for telephone lines on poles and ground pedestals.
Plant Operator
2 Years 9 Months- Operated induction furnace used to produce an aluminum nickel alloy catalyst for oil refineries used to take the sulfur out of gas
- Monitored levels, pumps, and flows of product in batch form
Plant Utility Person
4 Months- Operated clay extruding mills to produce ceramic packing for distillation columns in the petroleum industry and heat transfer units used in kilns and boilers
- Responsible for the quality, material handling, and shipping of product
Plant Operator
4 Years 3 Months- Maintained daily operations of the plant using the Fisher Porter DCI system
- Ensured a safe environment and controlled parameters
- Monitored levels, pressure, temperatures, and flows of the two exothermic reactors producing benzoic acid in a continuous flowing product
- Collected samples and maintained quality control
- Experienced in locked out tag out procedures, safe work, and confined space
- Monitored reactor supporting air compressors
- Monitored two kettle boilers producing steam for reactors
- Other skills include material handling and forklift operations
Assistant Supervisor
10 Years 1 Month- Supervised 33 operators and maintenance personnel
- Ensured safety of employees and managed daily production
- Ensured safe operation of equipment
Education
Skills
Operation monitoring
Great work ethic
Organization
Critical thinking and troubleshooting
Trained and Qualified forklift operations
PPE use and safety training
Accomplishments
- Experience in installing home security equipment, including hardwiring cameras, setting up network communication and placement of cameras
- Experience in installing home computer systems, including networking computers
Personal Information
I am very personable and enjoy spending quality time with my family. I build and fly radio controlled air planes. I also enjoy mounting biking, and hiking.
References
References Available Upon Request.
Timeline
Lead Operations Supervisor
Nippon Paint (NPAA)
02.2023 - CurrentRead More
Plant Operator
W.R. Grace Chemical
04.2011 - 02.2023Read More
Outside Plant Technician
AT&T
01.2010 - 03.2011Read More
Plant Operator
W.R. Grace Chemical
03.2007 - 12.2009Read More
Plant Utility Person
Saint Gobain
10.2006 - 02.2007Read More
Plant Operator
Velsicol Chemical
06.2002 - 09.2006Read More
Assistant Supervisor
Beaulieu of America
04.1992 - 05.2002Read More
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