DASHAWN ROSEMOND
Fridley,MN
Summary
Experienced Membrane Chemical Operator in the reverse osmosis industry seeking a new career opportunity. With years of hands-on experience, I offer a strong foundation in teamwork and communication skills, along with a steadfast work ethic. Proficient in handling pumps, filters, rotating equipment, and pneumatics, I also possess expertise in managing hazardous materials and chemicals. My proven track record of delivering exceptional results makes me ready to contribute my skills and knowledge to a dynamic organization that values excellence and innovation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Pilot Plant Technician
3M
06.2024 - Current
- Setting up, operating, and maintaining pilot plant equipment
- Provide support to conduct experimental runs while maintaining a safe work environment
- Maintaining a safe working environment
- Supporting the development of technologies and processes
- Preparing and operating experimental, prototype, or production equipment
- Provides general maintenance, set up, and changeover of equipment
- Locating defects or problems during the manufacturing process
- Makes adjustments to correct the problem
- Performing quality testing
- Interprets and provides feedback on quality results
- Adjusts machinery to meet specifications based on test results
- Maintaining record of run conditions and quality test results
- Produces necessary reports
- Participating and occasionally serving as team leader in various pilot plant teams
- Performing other duties as assigned
Manufacturing Chemist
Sterling Pharma Solutions
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Operates process equipment and utilities
- Uses the Allen-Bradley Control System to control process operations
- Performs chemical reactions on a gram to multi-kilogram scale
- Solves common synthetic problems
- Understands and interprets analytical data
- Manages and tracks project progress including monitoring timelines, raw materials, equipment availability and yields to ensure project success
- Prepares production areas for cGMP project initiation or changeover
- Produces clear documentation of all results and procedures
- Identifies and/or troubleshoots equipment problems
- Uses the work order system to request maintenance and/or improvement work
- Operates reactor systems within various production units
- This includes knowledge of all ancillary equipment such as storage tanks, waste tanks, heating/cooling units, vacuum units, and scrubber systems
- Uses the PLC Control System for operation of the unit, recognize and respond to alarms or emergency situations
- Utilizes the inventory system in order to properly document inventory transfers and usages
- Embodying our company values, which are: be reliable, be caring, be transparent and be willing
Chemical III Operator
DuPont Filmtec
06.2015 - 12.2022
- Machine Operator- Monitor machines, anticipate and respond to alarms as they arise
- Ensure quality standards and specifications on machines
- Operate and field check process equipment by monitoring process conditions, equipment, and control systems
- Chemical Operator- Mix chemical Vats, monitor and fill hazardous chemical totes and tanks
- Off-load bulk chemicals
- Perform Boiler check every two hours, including walking through the Boiler Room
- Monitor and respond to utilities such as Well Water Storage, Greensand/Softener, Permanganate Storage, Soft Water Storage, and Wastewater Collection
- Testing Operator- Perform quality testing of membrane and chemicals, and document results
- Knowledge of chemicals and reactive chemicals
- Use of laboratory equipment such as titration instrument, UV spectrophotometer, Gas Chromatography Equipment, Fractometer, conductivity and pH meter
Chemical Packaging Operator 1
Sigma Aldrich
10.2011 - 06.2015
- Manually and semi-automatically portion chemicals into containers using safety equipment and following protocols
- Weigh hazardous and non hazardous chemicals using precision equipment into specific containers
- Verify hood and safety equipment function, obtain process order, scan into computer systems, verify electronic balance is calibrated
- Verify match of process order and bulk container lot numbers
- Obtain correct type and quantity of containers for process order
- Operate powered pallet and drum movers
- Verify weighed bottles and determine if quantity matches process order requirements
- Pull samples for customer and/or quality control
- Complete paperwork including tray tags, process orders, and computer pkrv scan
- Complete production logs and maintain equipment
- Clean tools, utensils, and work area following 5s standards
Education
DIPLOMA -
MESSMER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
05.2005
Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications
- Ability to operate forklift
- Ability to operate electric pallet jack
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong written communication skills
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Hazardous Material Emergency Response Training
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Chemical Handling
- Hazardous Materials Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
Activities
Throughout the years at Dupont Filmtec, I have taken on roles such as trainer, safety focal point, quality focal point. These roles have enhanced my knowledge throughout my career at Filmtec. For that, I have maximized my position as a Chemical Operator.
Timeline
Pilot Plant Technician
3M
06.2024 - Current
Manufacturing Chemist
Sterling Pharma Solutions
01.2023 - 06.2024
Chemical III Operator
DuPont Filmtec
06.2015 - 12.2022
Chemical Packaging Operator 1
Sigma Aldrich
10.2011 - 06.2015
DIPLOMA -
MESSMER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL