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Delton J. Menard

Sulphur,LA

Summary

Process Operator with extensive experience in the petrochemical industry, specializing in process control and quality assurance. Demonstrated success in training team members and implementing safety protocols that significantly enhanced operational efficiency. Recognized for advanced problem-solving capabilities and strong technical skills, with a steadfast commitment to industry compliance. Focused on driving continuous improvement and advancing safety initiatives.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Operator

Westlake Corporation
Sulphur, LA
09.2014 - Current
  • Followed standard operating procedures during all phases of production operations including start-up, shutdown, troubleshooting.
  • Perform a post-turnaround walkthrough to verify proper valve lineups, bleeder plugs installed, blind removals, and housekeeping before units start up.
  • Perform pressure testing, O2 freeing, and leak detection post-turnaround to verify equipment is working properly before unit start-up.
  • Followed established procedures for lockout and tagout during repairs or installations.
  • Ensured that proper safety protocols were followed at all times while working in hazardous environments.
  • Assisted in training new employees on operational activities related to chemical processing.
  • Developed and implemented standard operating procedures, compiling details into user manuals for training purposes.
  • Operated and maintained processing equipment, including pumps, valves, compressors, steam turbines, heat exchangers, and cold service equipment.
  • Monitored process parameters and adjusted control loops to ensure optimal performance of the plant on the DCS board.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations involving malfunctioning equipment monitored by the DCS board.
  • Assisted in training new operators on proper use of the DCS board.

Maintenance Foreman/Lead Scaffold Builder

Turner Industries
Sulphur, LA
12.2004 - 06.2013
  • Direct and supervise employees.
  • Provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to newly hired employees.
  • Build temporary work platforms for maintenance, turnaround, and new construction projects.
  • Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.

Electrician

US Navy
Yokosuka , Japan
08.2000 - 06.2004
  • Perform electrical maintenance and troubleshooting on various electrical equipment.
  • Served as the emergency response team electrician while underway operations are taking place.
  • Proudly served 4 years on the USS Blue Ridge with an honorable discharge.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sulphur High School
Sulphur, LA
05-2000

Associate of Applied Science - Process Operator

Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA

Skills

  • DCS system knowledge
  • Distillation processes
  • System monitoring
  • Operational efficiency
  • Process safety management
  • Plant Start-up
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Cold Service Equipment

Timeline

Process Operator

Westlake Corporation
09.2014 - Current

Maintenance Foreman/Lead Scaffold Builder

Turner Industries
12.2004 - 06.2013

Electrician

US Navy
08.2000 - 06.2004

High School Diploma -

Sulphur High School

Associate of Applied Science - Process Operator

Sowela Technical Community College

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