Eight years of experience as a Process Operator. A track record of safely performing tasks while strictly adhering to established policies and regulations. Highly dependable with an excellent attendance history. An exceptional eye for detail and an outstanding communicator. Excels at collaborating in a team environment and accomplishing tasks independently with little to no supervision.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Chevron Philips
Process Operator-Reactor
08.2015 - Current
Job overview
Manages the operation of a complex Polyethylene manufacturing process, including operating continuous distillation columns, loop reactors, reciprocating compressors, desiccate treaters, stripping towers, polymer extruders and pelletizers, tank farm transfer systems, railcar loading systems, and Hydrocarbon Unloading
Manages and evaluates process variables, sampled quality results, and made changes and/or corrections to maintain optimum control, efficiency, and safety
Initiates and controls manufacturing of chemicals in tanks, monitoring batches, keeping records, and operating process equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures
Drafts direct reports to enhance safety, productivity, and quality performance
Leads a 20-member multi-shift team which produces an average of $100,000 in cost savings on utilities usage
Created a safe automated ergonomic process to fill wax tank to prevent accidents and injuries
Acts as a liaison between departments in order to ensure problem resolution with safety or interferences with quality and productivity
Monitors, maintains, and operates all process equipment in the operating unit, utilizing manual and automated controls to ensure compliance to the overall customer production plan and quality requirements
Participated in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness
Experienced in lock out/tag out procedures
Vast experience in state and federal OSHA rules and regulations related to plant safety
Conducts Polyethylene chemical production processes as a qualified operator in areas such as: hydrocarbon unloading, Hopper car lead-out, and reactors
Operates loop reactors, compressors, distillation columns, and cooling towers
Actively responds to controller calls to start/stop rotating equipment and to perform field troubleshooting.
SAI Gulf LLC
Mechanical Sampler Operator
07.2012 - 08.2015
Job overview
Managed a $2M sampling system operating the control panel, responding to alarms, troubleshooting issues, and preforming preventive and general maintenance
Sampled and tested oil refinery products on-site performing a variety of lab tests on volatile and petroleum coke materials, confirming results and then submitting them to the Managing Director
Performed an array of data analyses, including material sizing, moisture and residual moisture, HGI and trace metal tests
Recorded test data on both a lab sheet and into a computer database.
DJ's Body and Collision
Manager
09.2006 - 07.2012
Job overview
Managed and directed all business operations, including the day-to-day supervision of employees and all staffing functions, including hiring, training, and evaluating
Maintained inventory tracking stock levels and placing replenishment and custom orders as needed
Served as the lead painter on vehicle body, collision, and detailing jobs
Served as the single-point-of-contact to customers, defining requirements and providing clear and timely communication
Managed financial operations accountabilities included payroll, P&L, and accounts payable.