Daniel Tomes
Lafayette,Indiana
Summary
Chemical industry professional with strong expertise in operating and maintaining T99 as well T100. Striving to ensuring safety and efficiency, adapting to changing needs while collaborating effectively with team members. Skilled in process optimization and troubleshooting. Reliable for consistently achieving production goals by following operational workflows. Successful in troubleshooting existing problems and responding to emergencies to promote operational efficiency. Forklift certified and adept in operating manual and automated equipment to facilitate productions.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Operator
Evonik
01.2010 - Current
- Operated and monitored chemical processing equipment to ensure optimal production efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues promptly.
- Implemented safety protocols, maintaining a safe working environment in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Trained new operators on equipment functionality, safety procedures, and operational best practices.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process reliability and reduce downtime.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for machinery, ensuring minimal disruption to production activities.
- Ensured safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during chemical operations.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Trained new employees on standard operating procedures, contributing to a well-prepared workforce.
- Tracked and documented production data to maintain accurate records.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Documented all work activities accurately, providing valuable data for future reference and analysis purposes.
- Identified potential hazards in the workplace, implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks.
- Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
- Consistently met deadlines for product delivery by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time efficiently.
- Implemented safety protocols and procedures for safe, efficient process operation.
- Troubleshot process issues, efficiently resolving problems to maintain optimal production levels.
- Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
- Coordinated with other departments on timely delivery of raw materials for production.
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Maintained safety standards during operation of chemical processing equipment, preventing any incidents.
- Operated chemical processing equipment, including centrifuges, evaporators and reactors.
- Utilized computerized process control systems to monitor and adjust chemical process variables.
- Troubleshot and solved process equipment problems to minimize production downtime.
- Entered data into batch ticketing system and checked information for accuracy.
- Diagnosed issues quickly and contacted supervisor to warn of potential project delays.
Chemical Operator
Eli Lilly
02.2004 - 12.2009
- Operated and monitored chemical processing equipment to ensure optimal production efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues promptly.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Ensured safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during chemical operations.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
- Troubleshot process issues, efficiently resolving problems to maintain optimal production levels.
- Troubleshot and solved process equipment problems to minimize production downtime.
- Entered data into batch ticketing system and checked information for accuracy.
Lab Operator
Eli Lilly
07.2001 - 02.2004
- Operated laboratory equipment to conduct experiments and analyze results.
- Documented experimental data meticulously to support regulatory compliance and audits.
- Maintained precise records of experiments, ensuring data integrity and facilitating accurate reporting of results.
- Supported research initiatives by preparing samples, conducting tests, and documenting findings accurately.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Chemical Technology
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05-2001
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05-2001
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, MI05-1997
Skills
- Hazardous chemicals
- Chemical handling proficiency
- Batch processing techniques
- Chemical reaction monitoring
- Data recording accuracy
- Operation Monitoring
- Chemical processing
- Operational recordkeeping
- Product sampling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Training personnel
- Computer literacy
- Workflow management
- Troubleshooting
Accomplishments
Most of my experience at Tippe Labs is in small molecule operations, primarily in T99/T100. I have also worked in purification and solvent recovery. I have worked my way to Senior operator by becoming proficient in multiple production activities and equipment. I have coached several operators in production techniques, particularly in T99, and have become a certified trainer on several OJT's. I have filled in for supervisor PTO by taking shift passover or taking over the shift several times.
Timeline
Chemical Operator
Evonik
01.2010 - Current
Chemical Operator
Eli Lilly
02.2004 - 12.2009
Lab Operator
Eli Lilly
07.2001 - 02.2004
Associate of Science - Chemical Technology
Ferris State University
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Ferris State University
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Muskegon Community College