Clinton Schultz
Lafayette,IN
Summary
Responsible Chemical Operator with over 2 years of manufacturing experience. Successful in conducting routine inspections, troubleshooting existing problems and responding to emergencies to promote operational efficiency. Forklift certified and adept in operating manual and automated equipment to facilitate productions. I have been an active member of a safety team for over 2 years and am now one of the co-chairs. I help drive continuous improvement through the 5S team and help others on projects to make the building better.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Plant Operator
Evonik
06.2021 - Current
- Operate chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards. Have ran multiple processes on several unit teams.
- Assist in development of cost-saving initiatives through continuous improvement efforts, reducing waste generation and energy consumption.
- Track and document production data to maintain accurate records.
- Prepare detailed shift reports for management review, providing insight into daily operations, incidents, or deviations from normal conditions.
- Support plant management in conducting audits, inspections, and investigations related to environmental compliance, reporting findings accurately and proposing corrective actions when necessary.
- Follow safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid accidents.
- Operate forklifts to move packaged materials and chemical supplies and load and unload trailers.
- Operate lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
- Maintain accurate records of process data, equipment settings, and other relevant information for effective troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts.
- Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions promptly to minimize disruption to production schedules and maintain optimal system performance.
- Coordinate with other departments on timely delivery of raw materials for production.
- Monitor recording instruments, flow meters and panel lights to listen for warning signals.
- Collaborate with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency and product quality.
- Train new operators in correct operation procedures, ensuring consistent performance across shifts.
- Monitor and adjust parameters of chemical production process to achieve desired product quality.
- Communicate with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
- Add raw materials, monomers, inhibitors, reactants, biocides and surfactants to produce product.
- Organize labels and packages to store current and effective stock items.
- Ensure safety compliance with strict adherence to industry regulations, company guidelines, and proper handling of hazardous materials.
- Successfully operate chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Contribute to positive workplace culture by fostering open communication among team members and maintaining strong focus on safety awareness.
- Use panel boards, control boards and semi-automatic equipment to control or operate chemical processes and systems of machines.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Work well in team settings, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Participates in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Develop and maintain courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Complete paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Demonstrate respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environments
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Plays active role during emergency response situations by following established protocols and applying critical thinking skills under pressure.
- Participated in regular safety training sessions to stay current with industry best practices and reinforce company-wide commitment to safety excellence.
Sale's Associate
GFS
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Enhanced team productivity by fostering positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for seamless onboarding experiences.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing welcoming store environments.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining high level of customer satisfaction.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within retail industry.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Streamlined processes within store''s operations by organizing merchandise layouts for easy access.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Utilized cross-selling techniques to introduce customers to complementary products, increasing average transaction size.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
No Degree - Math
Ivy Tech Community College
Lafayette, INHigh School Diploma -
Faith Christian School
Lafayette, IN05.2016
Skills
- Operation Monitoring
- Stress Tolerance
- Process Optimization Techniques
- Emergency Response Preparedness
- Adaptability to Change
- Preventive Maintenance Execution
- Interpersonal Communication
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Self-Directed
- Dependable and Responsible
Timeline
Chemical Plant Operator
Evonik
06.2021 - Current
Sale's Associate
GFS
11.2019 - 01.2021
No Degree - Math
Ivy Tech Community College
High School Diploma -
Faith Christian School
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