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Doug D. Swafford

Port Richey,FL

Summary

Control Room Operator, excelling in system monitoring, and incident documentation. Extensive Experience in troubleshooting and optimizing processes, ensuring safety compliance and operational efficiency. Skilled in effective communication and training, contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Control Room Operator

Cemex USA
Brooksville, Florida
07.2024 - 06.2025
  • Monitored control room operations for efficient system performance and safety compliance.
  • Operated equipment and systems to ensure smooth workflow during shifts.
  • Collaborated with team members to resolve operational issues in real-time.
  • Documented incidents and anomalies in control logs for further analysis.
  • Communicated effectively with management about system status and issues encountered.
  • Followed established protocols to maintain safety standards within the control room.
  • Responded quickly to alarms and system failures, taking appropriate action to resolve them promptly.
  • Communicated effectively with other team members regarding changes or updates related to production operations.
  • Analyzed variations in operating conditions and interpreted meter and gauge readings to troubleshoot plant equipment and resolve operational problems.

Freight Team

Home Depot
New Port Richey, Florida
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

CoGen Plant Operator

Roquette America
Keokuk, IA
02.2020 - 05.2021
  • This role included upkeep, monitoring, and operation of critical manufacturing plant systems.
  • As an operator, my duties included standard plant procedures such as lock out/tag out – as well as specialized equipment usage for water treatment including: filters, boiler systems, and lab testing.
  • Various test samples taken for various Quality Control systems.
  • Technician work included operating and maintenance of boilers, motors, pumps, valves and metering systems. This includes preventative maintenance (PMs) of the same.
  • Trained in common plant processes such as 5S, OSHA 10-hour safety, and ISO 9001 compliance.

Sr. Mill Operator/ Merco Centrifuge Operator

Roquette America
Keokuk, IA
07.2010 - 02.2020
  • Oversaw operation of a production process generating 840 gallons per minute of product separation in a highly self-directed environment.
  • The production facility has 4 different roles – of which I was qualified and ran each of them.
  • In 2010, the duties were split and I was the senior operator and trained over 10+ operators during my time in the mill.
  • Managed the production for 12 hour shifts – including any necessary adjustments or mechanical maintenance to ensure 99% up time.
  • Complete documentation in accordance with established processes and procedures.

Refinery Operator

Roquette America
Keokuk, IA
07.2000 - 07.2010
  • Monitored and adjusted machine operation within an A&B refinery.
  • 4 years as a Field Operator, being promoted into a Process Operator for the next 6.
  • Monitored and adjusted process parameters to ensure optimal plant production to include temperature, pressure, flow, and compositions.

Fabrication Operator

Heatilator Inc
Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
03.1988 - 01.1991
  • Operated machinery for metal fabrication, ensuring safety and quality standards.
  • Metal Shears
  • Brake press
  • Punch Press
  • CNC
  • Fork Truck

Education

High School Diploma -

Nauvoo-Colusa High School
Nauvoo, IL

Roquette

Skills

  • Plant Operations, Microsoft Suite, QC Testing, Troubleshooting, Equipment Maintenance, Documentation in Regulated Environments, Training, Process Development & Optimization
  • Control room operations
  • Equipment operation
  • Incident documentation
  • Process optimization
  • Quality control testing
  • Troubleshooting processes
  • Effective communication
  • Problem resolution
  • Industrial safety
  • Radio communications
  • Shift handover
  • System monitoring
  • Hazardous waste management
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Plant operations management

Hobbies and Interests

Exotic Fish; Miami Dolphins; Traveling; Home/Vehicle Sound Systems; Fishing; Kayaking; 80’s Rock Music

Timeline

Control Room Operator

Cemex USA
07.2024 - 06.2025

Freight Team

Home Depot
01.2024 - 07.2024

CoGen Plant Operator

Roquette America
02.2020 - 05.2021

Sr. Mill Operator/ Merco Centrifuge Operator

Roquette America
07.2010 - 02.2020

Refinery Operator

Roquette America
07.2000 - 07.2010

Fabrication Operator

Heatilator Inc
03.1988 - 01.1991

High School Diploma -

Nauvoo-Colusa High School

Roquette

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