Committed with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Turnaround Coordinator
ExxonMobil
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2009 - Current
Organized, coordinated and monitored all activities associated with turnaround projects.
Monitored progress against objectives and timelines to ensure successful completion of projects.
Identified potential risks associated with a project and took proactive steps towards their resolution.
Reviewed existing procedures and recommended changes as needed to improve efficiency.
Provided technical support in troubleshooting complex problems related to equipment breakdowns or malfunctions.
Analyzed job hazards associated with various tasks within a turnaround project plan and developed mitigation measures accordingly.
Collaborated with internal stakeholders to effectively manage resources needed for turnarounds.
Head Operator
Rhodia Chemicals
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2007 - 06.2009
Analyzed data from production reports to identify trends or opportunities for improvement.
Ensured all equipment was running at optimal performance levels.
Implemented process changes as required by company policies or customer demands.
Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
Troubleshot and diagnosed equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
Complied with environmental regulations when using, dispensing of, or handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials and waste.
Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
Pipe Welder
Rhodia Chemicals
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2001 - 02.2007
Performed pipe welding activities according to blueprints and technical drawings.
Inspected finished welds for accuracy and quality assurance standards.
Operated various types of welding machines such as MIG, TIG, ARC, oxy-acetylene torches .
Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in [Type] installations.
Welded and worked with stainless steel and various alloys.
Ensured that all processes met industry codes and standards as well as customer requirements.
Avoided errors by carefully reading blueprints and specifications to correctly lay out parts and plan welding processes.
Maintained knowledge of the latest developments in the field of welding technology through research and training courses.
Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
Welding Inspector
Turner Industries
Baton Rouge, LA
03.1998 - 06.2001
Provided guidance and instruction to operators on proper welding techniques and procedures.
Provided technical support on projects requiring special attention due to complexity or time constraints.
Reviewed blueprints, drawings, and welding procedures to verify conformance with applicable codes and standards.
Documented inspection results in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Conducted visual inspections and non-destructive testing of welds to ensure code compliance.
Evaluated work against design specifications.
Inspected welding operations for adherence to quality control standards.
Worked closely with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Engineering, Production Control.
Monitored welders' performance during production welding activities.
Fabrication Welder
Sunland Fabricators
Walker, LA
01.1994 - 02.1998
Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
Communicated effectively with team members regarding progress of tasks assigned throughout the day.
Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment.
Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
Repaired damaged metallic components utilizing welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding or shielded metal arc welding.
Attended regular safety meetings to stay up-to-date on best practices while working with hazardous materials.
Developed new methods of fabricating complex parts in order to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
Provided technical guidance and training to junior welders as needed.