Coty Sylve
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Responsible Process Operator with excellent troubleshooting skills, coupled with more than 6 years of experience. Highly effective in meeting safety requirements and work operational safety compliance. Known for efficiency and an above-standard work ethic.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operator
Venture Global LNG
06.2023 - Current
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Continuously monitor the liquefaction process via control panels, gauges, and real-time data to ensure smooth
- Tasked with adjusting parameters (temperature, pressure, flow rate) as necessary to maintain efficiency and stability.
- Troubleshoot mechanical or operational issues that arise, coordinating with maintenance teams as necessary.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and minimize costs without compromising safety.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues and improve overall plant performance.
- Worked effectively under pressure during process upsets or emergencies, quickly identifying root causes for resolution.
- Managed daily production activities, coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and operational goals.
- Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
- Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
- Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
Process Operator
Shell Norco Manufacturing Complex
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Control and adjust furnace parameters (temperature, pressure, flow rates, etc.) to maintain optimal operating conditions.
- Monitor equipment performance, including burners, coils, heat exchangers, and related systems.
- Ensure proper feedstock (e.g., naphtha, ethane, propane) supply to the furnace.
- Participate in regular safety drills and training.
- Work closely with downstream operators and control room personnel to ensure uninterrupted production.
- Respond to emergencies such as equipment malfunctions, fires, or leaks, following established protocols.
- Train junior operators and share operational knowledge with the team.
Process Operator
Galata Chemicals Manufacturing
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Completed Computer Based Training and Operator on the Job Training
- Managed Well Pressures for inlet and outlet Utility water flow.
- Monitoring Tank levels and maintenance in line filter swaps and replacements
- Managed inventory needs for ETOH unit reactors
- Collected and ran water samples: conductivities, ph, SO2.
Process Operator
Phillips 66
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Completed Basic Operator training for Wood River Refinery and awarded a position on Catalytic Reformer Operations
- Tasked with Converting Aromatic Procedural Writing due to incoming operator training upset due to Turnaround status.
- Converted and upgraded 102 Procedures in two months under the tutelage of Learning and Development Supervision.
- Resigned from Wood River Refinery voluntarily due to family measures.
Process Operator
Phillips 66
04.2018 - 02.2022
- Successful completion of operations training, concreting and foundation on Crude Atmospheric and Vacuum Distillation, Combined feed and heavy furnace oil diesel hydrotreating, and Saturated Gas Plant units.
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Efficiently operated all equipment and machinery according to manufacturer instructions.
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems and deviations.
- Always kept facility inspection-ready through proactive housekeeping and close monitoring of daily operations.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Took samples of products for further analysis and standardized testing.
- Observed and tracked information from gauges, instruments and meters to proactively identify and address issues.
- Performed data recording on computer-based applications: Operator Information Software (OIS), SAP, and Fastlook (P&I/D).
- Accepted a transfer to Wood River Refinery due to Refinery Shutdown after Hurricane.
Terminal Dispatcher
Oiltanking North America
06.2011 - 04.2018
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity
- Kept signal strong, clear and reliable with continuous monitoring and optimization of terminal operations.
- Evaluated Terminal Outbound/Inbound areas of focus and consulted with operations department management to development guidelines for upcoming shift orders.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Oversaw talented team by actively communicating project information, remedying issues and delivering positive feedback.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Directed day-to-day operations focused on attainment of key business metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Oiltanking North America
12.2010 - 06.2011
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on project requirements and keep teams on tight schedules.
- Synchronized resources on job sites by smoothly communicating with and directing team members via handheld mobile devices.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Used inspection, troubleshooting and repair abilities to quickly clear mechanical issues with heavy equipment.
- Resolved most mechanical issues independently and worked with supervisors and senior personnel to resolve complicated problems.
- Controlled simultaneous machine operations by communicating with and directing individual operations.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Archbishop Shaw High School
Marrero, LA05.2003
Skills
- Commissioning processes
- Planning and Coordination
- Proficient in SAP
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- First Responder/ Fire Brigade
- Attention to Detail
- Decision Making
- Data Entry (OIS)
- Self-Motivated
- Electronic Permits
- STORMS (Employee based safety program)
Timeline
Process Operator
Venture Global LNG
06.2023 - Current
Process Operator
Shell Norco Manufacturing Complex
05.2022 - 06.2023
Process Operator
Galata Chemicals Manufacturing
04.2022 - 05.2022
Process Operator
Phillips 66
02.2022 - 04.2022
Process Operator
Phillips 66
04.2018 - 02.2022
Terminal Dispatcher
Oiltanking North America
06.2011 - 04.2018
Heavy Equipment Operator
Oiltanking North America
12.2010 - 06.2011
High School Diploma - undefined
Archbishop Shaw High School
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