Donald Harper
Louisville,KY
Summary
Seasoned chemical and manufacturing operator specializing in chemical and dry goods production. Experienced in safe batch/continuous operations, equipment startup/shutdown, monitoring and adjusting process parameters, LOTO/permit-to-work, and strict adherence to SOPs, and cGMP/OSHA standards. Known for maintaining quality, reducing downtime through strong troubleshooting, and supporting lean/SS practices in fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Silo Operator
Amrize
11.2024 - 01.2026
- Operated control panels and weigh scale for accurate loading of tankers with fly ash.
- Logged all Bill of Ladings in SAP to ensure documentation accuracy and compliance.
- Operated Hi-Lo equipment to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory management processes for improved accuracy.
Dump Truck Driver
Flynn Brothers
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Operated tri-axle dump truck to transport aggregates efficiently between work sites.
- Operated dump trucks to transport materials safely and efficiently across job sites.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance to ensure optimal truck performance.
- Collaborated with site managers to coordinate delivery schedules and load requirements.
Chemical operator
Russtech Inc.
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Created chemical batches in a controlled environment.
- Loaded chemicals into rail cars, tanker trucks, totes, and drums to ensure timely distribution.
- Operated chemical processing equipment to ensure consistent product quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Monitored production parameters, adjusting operations to optimize efficiency and minimize waste.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, improving reliability and reducing downtime.
Dock Worker
Manpower (Penske Logistics)
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Executed forklift operations to efficiently load and unload freight from trucks, ensuring timely delivery.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move goods within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks, ensuring accurate inventory counts and proper placement.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to maintain safety standards and prevent downtime.
Dump Truck Driver
SRM Concrete
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated tri-axle dump truck to transport aggregates efficiently between work sites.
- Operated dump trucks for material transportation, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and performance standards.
- Collaborated with site managers to optimize delivery schedules and improve operational efficiency.
Chemical Operator
Malone Staffing (Clariant)
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Operated automated computer boards to produce catalyst and manually mixed chemical batches to ensure quality and consistency.
- Handled super sacks using a hoist to ensure safe and organized movement of materials.
- Operated forklift to move and package finished materials, labeling and storing products for efficient inventory management.
Chemical Operator
Randstad (Allnex USA)
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Loaded resin into tankers, totes, and drums using pumps and pipes to ensure safe and efficient transportation.
- Operated chemical processing equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Monitored production processes, adjusting variables to maintain product quality and efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, minimizing downtime and optimizing production flow.
Dump Truck Driver
Triumph Construction
07.2018 - 11.2020
- Operated tri-axle dump truck to transport aggregates efficiently between work sites.
- Operated dump truck for transporting materials to construction sites efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with site managers to coordinate timely deliveries of materials.
Process Tech / Production Worker
General Electric
04.1994 - 03.2017
- Operated computer boards for automated systems mixing chemicals for foam production and managed foam room fixtures for refrigerator assembly.
- Operation of computer boards for automated systems for the mixing of chemicals that create the foam for the case of the refrigerator and operation of foam room fixtures for refrigerator production.
- Assembled and repaired major appliances using air tools and standard tools, ensuring quality standards were met.
- Operated forklift for loading and unloading parts from tractor trailers, facilitating efficient logistics.
- Operating and running a dock with three bays for shipping and receiving parts.
- Operating a stamping press to cut out refrigerator cases.
- Operation of two large trash compactors for trash removal, operation of cardboard baler for recycling cardboard.
Education
Diploma -
Doss High School
Louisville, KY01-1989
Certificate - Quality Inspector Training
Ivy Tech
Jeffersonville01-2014
Skills
- Grain handling
- Chemical mixing and loading
- Process Tech
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift Operation
- SAP systems
- ERP systems
- Circuit board operation
Certification
Class A CDL License
Timeline
Silo Operator
Amrize
11.2024 - 01.2026
Dump Truck Driver
Flynn Brothers
02.2024 - 11.2024
Chemical operator
Russtech Inc.
04.2023 - 01.2024
Dock Worker
Manpower (Penske Logistics)
01.2022 - 04.2023
Dump Truck Driver
SRM Concrete
07.2021 - 01.2022
Chemical Operator
Malone Staffing (Clariant)
03.2021 - 05.2021
Chemical Operator
Randstad (Allnex USA)
11.2020 - 03.2021
Dump Truck Driver
Triumph Construction
07.2018 - 11.2020
Process Tech / Production Worker
General Electric
04.1994 - 03.2017
Diploma -
Doss High School
Certificate - Quality Inspector Training
Ivy Tech