Colton Weeg
Amherst,WI
Summary
Operations and maintenance leader with 15+ years of plant operations experience supporting boiler systems, production process, pumps, and utility infrastructure. Monitor plant conditions, troubleshoot pumps and controls, and coordinate receiving and utility crews. Improve safety and uptime through hands-on equipment repair and disciplined operations support, managing shifts and crews for efficient, compliant production.
Overview
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Supervisor
Del Monte
03.2026 - Current
- Supervised Del Monte production shifts and guided daily workflow.
- Directed shift operations independently during operations.
- Coordinated staffing, break coverage, and work assignments to optimize team performance.
- Trained team members on equipment operation and standard procedures.
- Monitored safety practices and supported plant compliance standards.
- Managed disciplinary actions and resolved employee conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Monitored and ensured quality standards for Del Monte food products, contributing to product integrity.
Boiler Operator/Utility Crew Leader/Receiving Crew Leader
Del Monte Foods
Plover, WI
06.2019 - Current
- Led site operations for boiler room systems, ensuring efficient performance and safety.
- Manage boiler room systems, including tuning, repair, and modifications for Honeywell controls on continuous cookers and retorts.
- Directed utility boiler and irrigation operations.
- Facilitated boiler operation and maintenance tasks.
- Oversaw pumps, irrigation systems, waste pit equipment, and water system maintenance.
- Monitored, maintained, and repaired reverse osmosis unit for reliable performance.
- Coordinated operations and maintenance of the receiving department to streamline processes.
- Resolved pump and irrigation system issues leveraging 13 years of steam and reverse osmosis experience in an oil refinery and Del Monte.
A-Operator/Training Shift Leader
Wyoming Refining Co
Newcastle, WY
10.2013 - 06.2019
- Trained employees to operate plant units independently, safely, and efficiently.
- Trained new hires across multiple departments on daily tasks and safety procedures to improve readiness and compliance.
- Monitored pressure, temperature, and level readings on equipment to support safe, stable operation.
- Watched refinery control panels and process gauges for safe running conditions.
- Operated pumps, valves, and compressors across refinery processing units.
- Checked equipment for leaks, wear, and abnormal operating conditions.
- Led routine equipment inspections and completed repairs to reduce downtime.
- Maintained boilers, heaters, product vessels, and instrumentation support while adjusting product flow based on operating conditions to improve performance.
Correctional Officer
Honor Conservation Camp
Newcastle, WY
06.2010 - 10.2013
- Coordinated inmate supervision and daily activities to ensure safety and compliance.
- Assisted with boot camp program for first-time offenders ages 17 to 26, guiding physical training routines.
- Managed A-Dorm for new arrivals, overseeing property maintenance, and janitorial tasks.
- Supervised inmate work crews on forestry projects, public clean-up, State Fair setup, and forest fire response.
- Oversaw inmate movement within the facility to maintain safety and security and daily routines at conservation camp.
- Performed security checks of housing units and grounds to ensure safety of housing, grounds, and work areas.
- Executed regular inmate counts during shift changes to maintain accurate records and headcounts during shift changes.
Drill Mechanic
North Antelope Rochelle Mine
Gillette, WY
05.2008 - 06.2010
- Executed welding, air arching, and equipment operation for drill maintenance and mechanical repairs, ensuring optimal tool functionality.
- Oversaw routine equipment support and addressed drill performance issues, maintaining continuous tool availability.
- Repaired brakes, transmissions, and drive systems on surface mine machinery
- Diagnosed engine, hydraulic, and electrical issues on heavy mining equipment
- Inspected haul trucks, drills, and shovels at North Antelope Rochelle Mine for mechanical defects
Education
High School Diploma -
Newcastle High School
Newcastle, WYSkills
- Boiler and steam systems
- Pump operation
- Pump and mechanical maintenance
- Water management techniques
- Process monitoring and compliance
- Utility operations and trenching
- Equipment inspection and repair
- Preventive maintenance strategies
- Maintenance scheduling
- Hazmat and environmental safety
- Environmental safety protocols
- OSHA training
- Mechanical knowledge
- Instrumentation reading
- Piping systems
- Installing new components
- Excavator and loader operation
- Utility vehicle operation
- Site maintenance
- Utility construction projects
- Crisis management
- Risk management
- Process optimization
- Site safety inspection protocols
- Mechanical repair
- Equipment installation
- Fabrication
- Team leadership and coaching
- Maintenance team leadership
- Problem solving and troubleshooting
- Detail-oriented
- Clear communication skills
- Time management
- Excel
- Maintenance
- Mechanical repair
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Task prioritization
- Team supervision
- Employee engagement
- Productivity management
- Production
- Instrument calibration
- Honeywell controls
- Boiler instrumentation
- Reverse osmosis
- Process operations
- Equipment troubleshooting
Certification
- Mechanical seal training and certification
- Reverse Osmosis training and certification
- Completed a 14 week program on effectively managing people and inmates to become a correctional officer, Driver's License, First Aid Certification
- MSHA Training
- Better Process Control Certification
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
Del Monte
03.2026 - Current
Boiler Operator/Utility Crew Leader/Receiving Crew Leader
Del Monte Foods
06.2019 - Current
A-Operator/Training Shift Leader
Wyoming Refining Co
10.2013 - 06.2019
Correctional Officer
Honor Conservation Camp
06.2010 - 10.2013
Drill Mechanic
North Antelope Rochelle Mine
05.2008 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Newcastle High School