Daren Smith
Bossier City,LA
Summary
Experienced and Self-motivated professional with a track record of excellence in utilizing my discipline and knowledge to operate in a production driven environment. I possess the skillset that is required in industrial operation to safely execute duties that will boost productivity whilst ensuring compliance with Company policies and international safety standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Alpine Silica LLC
Bossier City, LA
11.2021 - Current
- Effectively manage and execute daily operational activities of Dry Plants and Loadout Facilities.
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all personnel in the production area.
- Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for each employee to identify areas for improvement.
Operations Shift Supervisor
Ma'aden Aluminum
Ras Alkair, Saudi Arabia
01.2015 - 07.2021
- Lead a team that provides a high standard of work while maintaining safety and productivity.
- Effectively manage and execute daily operational activities of the Calcination department.
- Created schedules, monitored staff performance, and addressed any issues that arose during shifts.
- Troubleshoot and solve process issues to achieve operational targets.
- Managed communication with maintenance, planning, and technical departments to achieve the company's goals.
- Crafted daily, detailed reports of department operation for management team.
Mill Operator
Jamaica Flour Mills
Kingston, Jamaica
02.2012 - 01.2015
- Monitored operating milling machinery, reviewed outputs, took samples and adjusted components to verify high-quality end product.
- Maintained records of production output and downtime.
- Troubleshot problems with machinery or tooling in order to maintain quality standards.
- Analyzed and managed flow sheet of each mill and adjusted mill to optimize yield and maintain consistent quality.
- Maximized production by going beyond basic job requirements to work with team members, train new workers and enhance efficiency.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Kingston Container Terminal
Kingston, Jamaica
03.2011 - 11.2011
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to transport shipping containers to various locations on the facility.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Log shipping container information and maintain clear communication with the logistic team.
- Maximize the logistic supply chain through the operation of cargo handling units.
Control Room Operator
Alumina Partners of Jamaica.
Saint Elizabeth, Jamaica
06.2003 - 05.2009
- Monitored, tracked, and adjusted process equipment through Process Control Systems such as DCS, PLCs, and HDMIs.
- Adjust and maintain process setpoints to maximize production throughput and quality.
- Responded swiftly to alarms and system failures, taking appropriate action to resolve them promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of data related to production processes and ensured quality control standards were met.
- Trained new personnel on proper operation of control room systems.
Education
Associate of Science - Industrial Electrical Maintenance
National Tool And Engineering Institute
Kingston, Jamaica07-2014
High School Diploma -
Black River High School
Black River, Jamaica06-2000
Skills
- Employee leadership
- Process Improvement
- Troubleshooting
- Problem Solving
- Employee Training
- Microsoft office proficient
- Mobile Equipment operation
- Lock out Tag out Verification
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Alpine Silica LLC
11.2021 - Current
Operations Shift Supervisor
Ma'aden Aluminum
01.2015 - 07.2021
Mill Operator
Jamaica Flour Mills
02.2012 - 01.2015
Heavy Equipment Operator
Kingston Container Terminal
03.2011 - 11.2011
Control Room Operator
Alumina Partners of Jamaica.
06.2003 - 05.2009
Associate of Science - Industrial Electrical Maintenance
National Tool And Engineering Institute
High School Diploma -
Black River High School
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