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Theo Cross

Theo Cross

Kyle,TX

Summary

Experienced Chemical QC/QA Lab Technician combined with Chemical Operations in quality control lab testing and analyzing various grades of pigment for whiteness, brightness, and opacity. I am also familiar with and follow the ISO 9001 quality standards and procedures. I enjoy working independently and in a team environment, and I am always eager to learn new skills and technologies. My goal is to contribute to the company's mission of creating sustainable solutions to make the world a better place.

Skills

  • Microsoft Word/Outlook/Excel/Power Point
  • Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
  • Lab Equipment Calibration Specialist
  • Lock Out/Tag Out of Equipment and Pumps
  • R&D Lab Testing
  • QC Writing and Updating Standard Job Procedures
  • QA Policy and Standards
  • Training employees in Lab/Environmental Operations
  • Manufacturing Operations
  • Quality Control with Team Leadership
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Troubleshooting
  • Chemical Safety
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
  • Collaborative Problem Solving
  • Safety-oriented Quality Control
  • Safety inspections Results-oriented
  • Wastewater knowledge
  • Operational process tools and management
  • Equipment Instrumentation Calibration
  • Attention to detail Tank level knowledge

Work History

Manufacturing Chemical Operator III

Tesla, Inc.
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Communicate with 12 operators regarding safety, equipment status, production, quality, and operational issues using detailed written and electronic notes.
  • Operate equipment in accordance with all safety, quality, and efficiency standards by following written and verbal work instructions.
  • Familiarity with commissioning process of operational area along with piping and instrumentation.
  • Follow procedures to safely operate, clear, startup, shut down, and Lock Out equipment related chemical manufacturing safely and efficiently.
  • Provide initial response to unplanned events to minimize the impact to personnel, the environment, and equipment.
  • Use equipment and instrumentation to monitor and record pressure, temperature, and other process conditions.

Chemical Manufacturing QC/QA Lab Testing & Calibration Technician/Shift Lead

The Chemours Company
01.2013 - 11.2023
  • Test approximately 100-300 lab samples per shift to ensure product conforms to required quality standards.
  • Perform monthly lab calibrations for preventive maintenance on lab equipment to reduce production downtime.
  • Collaborate effectively with R&D engineers to perform special tests on raw material to increase demand of product while reducing costs.
  • Familiarity and Knowledge of ISO 9001.
  • Familiarity with ICP-MS and HPCL testing.
  • Test and analyze new grade of pigment samples for Gage R&R analysis.
  • Prepare samples and perform quality bench testing on raw finished products.
  • Record and archive all results of testing and sampling in LIMS database.
  • Create excel spreadsheets to archive lab testing results for R&D engineer projects.
  • Report quality and safety issues within laboratory.
  • Participate in Lock Out/Tag Out for preventive maintenance and urgent equipment failure.
  • Participate in laboratory investigations of out of trend/specification results.
  • Update and Create standard job procedures (SJP's) or standard operating procedures (SOP's) with visual aid in operating lab equipment.
  • Report discrepancies in SOP's to improve quality operation of lab testing.
  • Maintain strict attention to detail and proper documentation.
  • Work independently and able to multi-task as well as work in a team environment.
  • Lead process improvement projects implementing 5S analysis of the area - Standardize, Sort, Set, Shine, Sustain.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Calibrate, Operate and Maintain analytical instrumentation for product testing including routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Lead a team of 10 technicians in meetings for daily safety and job planning for all lab employees.
  • Trained new employees in lab areas to ensure qualifications are met to lab standard policy.
  • Actively contribute to a team setting within the laboratory in order to increase efficiency, solve problems, generate cost savings, improve quality as well as provide product support to all areas of the plant.

Chemical Operator (Environmental Field Technician)

The Chemours Company formerly E.I. DuPont Nemours - DuPont Titanium Technologies (DTT)
11.2007 - 12.2012
  • Routinely checked on equipment and pumps for proper operation in the wastewater area.
  • Monitored equipment and pressure gauges.
  • Monitored charts and traces on flows of the chemical process.
  • Made sure Wastewater PH levels are kept in specification as required by the State (all data recorded and kept in a daily log).
  • Took emergency actions when water was contaminated with Chlorine (Cl2).
  • Flushed out pipes when clogged with coke and ore material buildup received in from different areas on the plant.
  • Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
  • Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
  • Safely used forklifts during chemical tote operations.
  • Shutdown and Startup of pumps before and after maintenance work was performed and completed.
  • Ensured safety equipment was available in the area worked every shift.
  • Performed duties as plant operator for electrical instruments, pumps and flow of chemicals through the production system.
  • Ensured that Environmental area including tanks, pumps, valves is in compliance with RCRA permit as well as Title V audit.
  • Able to read, issue and interpret work orders using SAP.
  • Implemented 5S - Standardize, Sort, Set, Shine, Sustain.
  • Accomplished daily, weekly and monthly inspections of equipment and area life-saving necessities such as safety showers, air packs and water stations.

Chemical Manufacturing Quality Control Lab Technician

Zachary @ E.I. DuPont Nemours - DuPont Titanium Technologies (DTT)
05.2006 - 11.2007
  • Test samples of various grades of pigment to ensure product conforms to company specifications.
  • Work with R&D to perform special testing on product.
  • Test and analyzed new grade of pigment samples as requested by management.
  • Prepare 24 - 40 slurry samples and perform quality bench testing on raw finished products for CBU and Color as well as moisture on Dryer Discharge product.
  • Record and archive all results of testing and sampling in LIMS.
  • Maintain strict attention to detail and proper documentation.
  • Work independently and able to multi-task as well as work in a team environment.
  • Diagnosed and reported malfunctions of technical equipment.
  • Reported problems and concerns to management.

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology -

Southern University A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA
07.2002

High School Diploma -

St. Martin High School
Ocean Springs, MS
05-1995

Accomplishments

  • The Chemours Company formerly E.I. DuPont Nemours - DuPont Titanium Technologies (DTT) 2006-2015: 9 years injury free on/off plant
  • Achieved 90% or higher on all required testing to operate all Environmental assigned areas
  • Achieved 98% on all required testing to operate all QC Lab Testing areas
  • Earned forklift and scissor lift operator training certificate
  • Earned LIMS training certificate
  • Earned CPR/AED certificate
  • 2018 - Customer Centered for Power Area Capability Training - Participation and Presentation on instructions for operation and visual aid of the CEM analyzer
  • 2019 - Going The Extra Mile - Thanks to Theo for supporting the testing of Raw Slurry for Power Area and participating in Gage R&R testing
  • 2019 - Unshakeable Integrity - Thanks to Theo for all the effort towards entering quality data into LIMS
  • 2019 - Collective Entrepreneurship - Thanks to Theo for all the effort in the implementation of the updated version (6.1) of the DOCS software used to calculate Dispersion testing lab results
  • 2019 - Customer Centered for QC Lab - Thanks to Theo for working with Plant IT Department and Vendors for transitioning Windows 10 computer systems to all lab equipment
  • 2020 - Collective Entrepreneurship - Thanks to Theo for assisting Plant IT Department with verifying and repairing equipment software backups
  • 2021 - Collective Entrepreneurship - Thanks to Theo for demonstrating great troubleshooting skills for the Labscan used in Color testing to avoid equipment downtime
  • 2022 - Going The Extra Mile - Thanks to Theo for supporting the IEP testing of RAW Slurry

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

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