Donnie Williamson
Tar Heel
Summary
Chemical Technician with a proven track record at Chemours, excelling in safe work practices, operations, hazardous materials handling and analytical problem-solving. Enhanced safety standards through rigorous inspections and training, while effectively managing polymer campaigns. Supporting the IXM team as being a HR Starpoint, recognizing and fostering team collaboration, contributing to improved operational efficiency and quality assurance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemical Technician
Chemours
08.2021 - Current
- Consistently met project deadlines, effectively managing time-sensitive tasks, all while maintaining and utilizing safe work practices.
- Monitored and recorded process operations, both in the field and from the control room.
- Participated in safety assessments and audits throughout the area.
- Collected samples at designated intervals and performed testing procedures.
- Prepared and properly handled hazardous materials and mixtures.
- Kept equipment running efficiently through calibration knowledge and basic repair skills.
- Increased safety standards by conducting routine inspections and enforcing strict adherence to guidelines.
- Evaluated raw materials for consistency and quality, minimizing potential issues during production.
- Monitored temperature, pressure and flow of various equipment and vessels, both during downtime and while in operation.
- Trained new technicians in proper procedures, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Tracked and documented production data to maintain accurate records.
Detective Sergeant
Bladen County Sheriffs Office
08.2008 - 07.2021
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
- Mentored junior detectives, providing guidance on investigative techniques and procedures, resulting in improved performance and career growth.
- Reviewed detective case reports for accuracy, integrity, and completeness.
- Coordinated multi-agency task forces targeting organized crime networks, dismantling criminal enterprises through collaborative efforts.
- Testified effectively in court proceedings as an expert witness, securing convictions in numerous high-profile cases.
- Conducted surveillance on high-risk individuals, gathering vital intelligence that contributed to successful arrests and convictions.
- Guided, mentored, and supervised subordinates to improve job performance and case clearing rates.
- Supported the development of new policies within the department by providing input on best practices based on real-world experience.
- Negotiated with informants and undercover operatives to obtain crucial information, leading to breakthroughs in high-priority investigations.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
Education
Industrial Maintenance
Bladen Community College
Dublin, NC12-2003
High School Diploma -
Tar Heel High School
Tar Heel, NC06-2000
Skills
- Safe hazardous materials handling
- Sample analysis preparation
- Equipment assembly
- Efficiency enhancement
- Decontamination processes in manufacturing
- Organizational maintenance
- Effective team collaboration
- Analytical problem-solving
- Detail-oriented
- Proficient in handling multiple tasks
- Trustworthiness
- Clear interpersonal communication
Certification
- Certified Industrial Systems Technology / Electrical
- Certified Industrial Systems Technology / HVACR
- Criminal Investigations Certificate
- Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate
- Six Sigma White Belt Certified
Timeline
Chemical Technician
Chemours
08.2021 - Current
Detective Sergeant
Bladen County Sheriffs Office
08.2008 - 07.2021
Industrial Maintenance
Bladen Community College
High School Diploma -
Tar Heel High School