David Strecker
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience at Rain Carbon, specializing in operations management and employee development. Excelled in enhancing power plant efficiency and team productivity, demonstrating exceptional skills in performance monitoring and staff supervision. Proven track record in improving operational outcomes and fostering employee engagement, without exceeding a 55-word limit.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Power Plant Operator
Rain Carbon
08.1989 - 10.2014
- Enhanced power plant efficiency by monitoring and adjusting control systems for optimal performance.
- Maintained a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and ongoing initiatives aimed at reducing workplace hazards.
- Maximized energy output with constant monitoring of turbine parameters, adjusting settings as needed to maintain optimal conditions.
- Monitored operations to spot and report on issues for quick resolution.
- Examined and adjusted valves, pumps and other equipment to verify proper functioning.
- Kept plant areas clean and ready for inspections to maintain high audit and compliance scores.
- Aligned boiler pressure and steam system operations with optimal levels.
- Completed daily inspections and tests on plant equipment and documented findings.
- Operated boilers, turbines and other power plant equipment.
- Diagnosed and resolved operational issues affecting power plant equipment function or performance.
- Trained personnel on operation and maintenance of power plant equipment.
- Tested samples of oil, water and electrolytes to assess conformance with strict operating tolerances.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain safe working environment.
- Monitored control panel data to ensure plant operations were within parameters.
- Tested water and condensate to check safety and compliance with regulations.
Operations Supervisor
Rain Carbon
10.2014 - 01.2025
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports, identifying areas for improvement and setting development goals accordingly.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, safety standards, and local laws during daily operations.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and enhancing overall productivity levels within the organization.
- Coordinated emergency response plans in times of crisis situations or natural disasters affecting company operations.
- Oversaw logistics coordination for seamless transportation of goods between various departments and locations.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
- Implemented quality control systems to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Developed and implemented training program for new hires, accelerating their time to full productivity.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for 20 employees using ADP.
- Set up work schedules for employees, made sure all positions on shifts were manned daily and approved vacations and timecards.
Education
Supervisor Training
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA02-2015
Slidell High School
Slidell, LA05-1980
Skills
- Operations management
- Performance monitoring
- Task delegation
- Employee development
- Customer relations
- Scheduling coordination
- Fire Extinguisher Hands on Training
- First Aid/CPR/AED Trained
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training
- Employee supervision
- Microsoft office
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
Rain Carbon
10.2014 - 01.2025
Power Plant Operator
Rain Carbon
08.1989 - 10.2014
Supervisor Training
Louisiana State University
Slidell High School
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