Dedrick Wolfe
Saint Gabriel,LA
Summary
Experienced Process Operator with strong process control, plant operations, equipment monitoring, and safety compliance skills. Known for stable operation support, troubleshooting, and accurate process sampling in chemical production environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operator
Dow Chemical Company
Plaquemine, Louisiana
06.2024 - Current
- Adjusted valves, pumps, and flow rates to maintain stable plant operations and prevent disruptions.
- Inspected equipment for leaks during routine checks and responded to alarms and abnormal conditions to ensure safety and reliability.
- Gathered process samples from various locations for analysis and documented readings in operator logs.
- Collected process samples and recorded readings in operator logs.
- Followed Dow safety procedures, permits, and lockout tagout requirements.
- Assisted with startup and shutdown tasks for chemical production equipment to ensure compliance with operational protocols.
- Observed Dow Chemical process units from control room and field checks.
Process Operator
CF Industries Holdings Inc.
Yazoo City, Mississippi
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Adjusted valves, pumps, and flow rates to maintain stable plant operations.
- Inspected equipment for leaks, alarms, and abnormal conditions during shift.
- Performed periodic maintenance on plant machinery to reduce downtime.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment for potential hazards or malfunctions.
- Supported startup and shutdown tasks for chemical production equipment.
- Communicated process changes with maintenance, lab, and shift teams.
- Collected process samples and recorded readings in operator logs.
- Reported operating issues and followed corrective actions with supervisors.
Mail Carrier
United States Postal Servies
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
01.2015 - 02.2023
- Delivered mail and packages across assigned United States Postal Service routes.
- Sorted incoming mail by address, route, and delivery sequence.
- Loaded postal vehicles with parcels, letters, and delivery supplies.
- Collected outgoing mail from residences and business drop points.
- Verified delivery addresses and updated mail forwarding instructions.
- Obtained signatures for accountable mail and registered USPS items.
- Assisted customers with postage, mail holds, and delivery questions.
- Performed scanning of packages for accurate tracking and delivery verification. for delivery tracking.
- Supported other carriers with their routes during peak periods.
Warehouse Supervisor
CarePoint Partners LLC
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
02.2012 - 12.2014
- Supervised warehouse staff handling healthcare supply picking, packing, and staging.
- Coordinated receiving and putaway for CarePoint Partners distribution inventory.
- Monitored order accuracy for pharmacy and medical supply shipments.
- Enforced safety procedures across storage, loading, and dock areas.
- Scheduled daily tasks for warehouse associates and material handlers.
- Trained staff on inventory handling, scanner use, and work instructions.
- Inspected stock levels and reported discrepancies in warehouse records.
- Collaborated with pharmacy teams to support timely supply fulfillment.
- Supervised loading and unloading of materials from incoming trucks.
Operator Trainee
Almatis
Darrow, Louisiana
05.2009 - 01.2012
- Operated Almatis production equipment supporting alumina processing and material flow.
- Monitored control room indicators and adjusted process settings for stable operations.
- Ensured proper operation of equipment through regular testing and inspection processes.
- Troubleshot process issues to identify root causes and corrective actions.
- Assisted maintenance teams with equipment checks and line readiness.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while operating machinery.
- Followed Almatis safety procedures and maintained clean work areas.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology
River Parish Community College
Gonzales, LA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Redemptorist High School
Baton Rouge, LA05-2006
Skills
- Process control
- Plant operations
- Equipment monitoring
- Safety compliance
- Lockout tagout procedures
- Process sampling
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Permit issuing
- Maintenance
- Team communication
Certification
- Permit Issuing
- Certified field operator
Accomplishments
- Graduated with honors in process technology
- United States Navy Veteran
Timeline
Process Operator
Dow Chemical Company
06.2024 - Current
Process Operator
CF Industries Holdings Inc.
03.2023 - 05.2024
Mail Carrier
United States Postal Servies
01.2015 - 02.2023
Warehouse Supervisor
CarePoint Partners LLC
02.2012 - 12.2014
Operator Trainee
Almatis
05.2009 - 01.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology
River Parish Community College
High School Diploma -
Redemptorist High School