Eric Gauff Jr
Houston,TX
Summary
Process Technology graduate with strong experience in industrial plant operations, chemical and bulk material handling, quality control, and safety-critical environments. Proven ability to operate equipment, follow SOPs, monitor processes, document production data, and support safe, efficient plant operations. Reliable team player with leadership and training experience.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Agricultural Commodity Grader
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Houston, TX
09.2020 - Current
- - Inspect, sample, and grade product lots to ensure compliance with U.S. grade standards and contract specifications
- - Monitor product quality and production conditions in an industrial environment
- - Apply federal regulations and issue official certification documents
- - Prepare and maintain detailed production and inspection reports
- - Communicate quality results with plant operations and management
- - Train plant personnel on inspection procedures while maintaining strict safety compliance
General Production / Ship Loader
Cargill
Reserve, LA
01.2020 - 09.2020
- - Operated heavy equipment to load and unload bulk materials
- - Monitored conveyors, cargo levels, and loading systems to maintain efficient operations
- - Followed SOPs and safety procedures to meet production and shipping schedules
Senior Plant Operator
Zen-Noh Grain Corporation
Convent, LA
10.2014 - 01.2020
- - Supported daily plant operations and process improvements
- - Managed grain receiving, storage, and inventory accuracy
- - Supervised workers and enforced safety policies across operations
Lead Man
Southern Chemical Industries
Reserve, LA
05.2008 - 08.2009
- - Supervised chemical loading and warehouse operations
- - Operated forklifts and managed material flow
- - Trained new employees on job tasks, SOPs, and safety procedures
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology
River Parishes Community College
Reserve, LA12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA12.2014
Skills
- Process Operations & Monitoring
- Chemical & Bulk Material Handling
- Equipment Operation (Forklift, Crane, Loaders)
- Safety & Hazard Control (OSHA, PPE, JSA, Permits)
- Quality Control & Documentation
- SOP & Regulatory Compliance
- Troubleshooting
- Inventory Control
- Team Leadership
- Basic Computer Skills & Data Entry
Timeline
Agricultural Commodity Grader
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
09.2020 - Current
General Production / Ship Loader
Cargill
01.2020 - 09.2020
Senior Plant Operator
Zen-Noh Grain Corporation
10.2014 - 01.2020
Lead Man
Southern Chemical Industries
05.2008 - 08.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology
River Parishes Community College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Grambling State University