Dennis Matos
Summary
Hardworking Plant Superintendent oversees production operations, including coordinating supplies, maintaining equipment and training employees. Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational abilities. 31+ years of experience.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Asst. Wastewater Treatment PlantSuperintendent
Town Of Dartmouth DPW
09.2016 - Current
- Improved plant efficiency by implementing streamlined production processes and optimizing equipment usage.
- Enhanced safety protocols for overall workforce protection and reduced accidents on the job.
- Monitored production quality with rigorous inspection procedures, ensuring consistent product output that met company standards.
- Implemented cost reduction measures through strategic sourcing of materials and efficient resource allocation.
- Evaluated performance metrics regularly, identifying areas for improvement in both individual worker output and overall plant efficiency.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives that resulted in enhanced operational excellence and cost savings across multiple departments within the plant facility.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork among employees by fostering open communication channels, encouraging collaboration, and providing opportunities for growth within the organization.
- Coordinated emergency response plans effectively addressing potential hazards and ensuring the welfare of all plant personnel during unexpected incidents.
- Maintained safety and compliance of all operations.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules to keep plant running at optimal levels.
- Collaborated with vendors to keep adequate supplies for production operations.
- Managed production scheduling and kept team on-task to meet all deadlines.
- Supervised day-to-day functions of plant.
- Monitored safety practices and made changes or recommendations.
- Scheduled deliveries, employee shifts and equipment maintenance.
- Implemented organizational systems to maximize plant efficiency.
- Placed orders for materials and equipment with vendors.
- Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.
- Controlled manufacturing plant operations using SCADA software.
Wasterwater Treatment Plant Operator
Town Of Dartmouth DPW
07.1994 - 09.2016
- Improved plant efficiency by implementing advanced wastewater treatment processes and techniques.
- Maintained regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
- Trained new operators on standard procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all team members.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to monitor water quality parameters, adjusting treatment processes accordingly for optimal results.
- Coordinated maintenance activities with other departments for seamless integration of repairs and upgrades into daily operations schedules.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily operations data, trend analysis, and recommendations for continuous improvement opportunities within the facility.
- Supported permit renewal applications by providing accurate records of facility performance against established benchmarks set forth by regulatory agencies.
- Ensured proper handling of biosolids produced from treatment processes, coordinating with disposal facilities for appropriate transportation and disposal methods.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Drafted reports and maintained logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage as required by Ma.
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Completed laboratory testing to measure pH levels and other water quality parameters.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
Assistant Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Town Of Dartmouth DPW
07.1993 - 07.1994
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Optimized water levels in tanks and other systems for best flow and quality.
Education
Associate of Science - Environmental Science
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA06.2016
Certificate - Water Quality Professional
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA01.2006
Skills
- Controlling costs
- Managing operations
- Continuous improvement strategies
- Operations Management
- Quality control guidelines
- Administering budgets
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Monitoring Plant performance
- Safety practices
- Environmental Compliance
- Emergency Procedures
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Decision-Making
- Plant Operations
Certification
2006 Water Quality Professional
Massachusetts Wastewater Operator License Grade 7 #6387
Massachusetts Drinking Water Operator License 2T/2013
Massachusetts Hoisting License Grade 2A /2013
OSHA 10 Certified
CPR Certified
Timeline
Asst. Wastewater Treatment PlantSuperintendent
Town Of Dartmouth DPW
09.2016 - Current
Wasterwater Treatment Plant Operator
Town Of Dartmouth DPW
07.1994 - 09.2016
Assistant Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Town Of Dartmouth DPW
07.1993 - 07.1994
Associate of Science - Environmental Science
Bristol Community College
Certificate - Water Quality Professional
Bristol Community College
2006 Water Quality Professional
Massachusetts Wastewater Operator License Grade 7 #6387
Massachusetts Drinking Water Operator License 2T/2013
Massachusetts Hoisting License Grade 2A /2013
OSHA 10 Certified
CPR Certified
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