Elijah Kirkland
Marion,AR
Summary
Detail-oriented Refinery Operator with strong skills in team communication, problem-solving, and hazardous materials handling. Committed to optimizing refinery efficiency while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Refinery Operator
PMC Biogenix Chemical Plant
01.2021 - Current
- Operated and monitored refinery equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of machinery, identifying issues to minimize downtime.
- Executed batch processing operations, adhering to strict quality control measures for product consistency.
- Collaborated with team members to implement process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency.
- Led troubleshooting efforts during equipment failures, coordinating responses to restore operations swiftly.
- Developed and maintained documentation related to operational processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and knowledge transfer.
- Participated in emergency response drills to ensure preparedness for potential incidents at the refinery site.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions.
- Safeguarded refinery assets through diligent monitoring; detected leaks early mitigating possible hazards or losses caused due to failures.
- Operated forklift and jockey truck to scale, identify and load shipments of finished lead product.
- Guided less experienced operators during critical tasks like unit start-ups or shutdowns providing invaluable expertise and experience for successful outcomes.
- Optimized refinery efficiency by monitoring process units and adjusting operational parameters.
- Complied with environmental regulations by tracking emissions data closely; worked with engineers to minimize pollutants release from processes.
- Maximized product yield with careful analysis of process streams and making necessary adjustments.
- Assisted in turnaround projects for timely completion and minimizing production losses.
- Supported plant startups and shutdowns, ensuring a smooth transition between operational states.
- Performed quality control checks on finished products before being released into the market for customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate documentation of daily operations, incidents, and equipment maintenance records for regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated with laboratory technicians to analyze samples promptly, enabling swift decision-making based on accurate data.
- Performed inspections to determine quality of final product.
- Enhanced communication among team members by implementing efficient shift handover procedures.
- Ensured safe work environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Telephoned and radioed team members to coordinate efficient and smooth pump operations.
- Took samples of products for further analysis and standardized testing.
- Circulated chemicals and solvents inside processing units to clean interiors.
- Conducted general housekeeping functions such as removing spills and organizing supplies.
- Observed and tracked information from gauges, instruments and meters to proactively identify and address issues.
- Evaluated and updated standard operating procedures to reflect current best practices, resulting in improved operational efficiency and safety.
Rebar Fabricator
Saber Steel Group
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Fabricated rebar assemblies according to project specifications and engineering drawings.
- Operated bending machines to shape steel bars for construction projects.
- Conducted quality inspections on fabricated materials to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce production delays.
- Trained junior fabricators on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with a focus on meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.
- Studied blueprints to determine accurate lengths for reinforcement bars and cut pieces.
- Used welding and connector tools to create appropriately-sized bars for various reinforcement jobs.
Field Worker
Alliance Fence Company
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Operated heavy machinery for fence installation, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in project planning, coordinating schedules and material deliveries to optimize workflow.
Line Cook
Jerry Lee Lewis' Cafe
04.2018 - 01.2019
- Prepared and executed diverse menu items in high-volume kitchen environment.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety standards and quality control.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste and improving efficiency.
- Trained new line cooks on station responsibilities and culinary techniques.
Line Cook
Old-timer's Restaurant
04.2016 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with management to design seasonal menu offerings based on customer preferences.
- Monitored inventory levels, managing orders to maintain optimal stock for food production.
- Implemented new cooking techniques that enhanced flavor profiles and dish presentation.
- Led team during peak hours, ensuring consistent service speed and quality under pressure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Millington Central High School
Millington, TN03-2018
Skills
- Permit-to-work system
- Valve operation
- Team communication
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Standard operating procedures
- Incident investigation
- Chemical handling
- Hazardous materials handling
- Equipment monitoring
- Flow rate control
- Shift handover procedures
- Refinery safety regulations
- Refinery equipment knowledge
- Temperature regulation
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Loading and unloading
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 30 operator and or maintenance project coordinators in the development of annual shutdown/inventory.
Certification
- Certified USP Glycerin Operator, PMC Biogenix - January 31, 2021 Till October 18, 2024
- Certified Wiped Film Evaporator Operator, PMC Biogenix - October 18, 2024 Till April 26, 2026
- Environmental Control Unit, PMC Biogenix - January 1,2024 Till October 18, 2024
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Refinery Operator
PMC Biogenix Chemical Plant
01.2021 - Current
Rebar Fabricator
Saber Steel Group
07.2019 - 01.2021
Field Worker
Alliance Fence Company
02.2019 - 07.2019
Line Cook
Jerry Lee Lewis' Cafe
04.2018 - 01.2019
Line Cook
Old-timer's Restaurant
04.2016 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Millington Central High School