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GLEN R. TUROW

Bay City,MI

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Plant Services Operator

DOW CHEMICAL
Midland, MI
09.2009 - Current
  • Obtained a CDL class A with hazmat endorsement
  • Operate equipment such as semi truck, variable reach fork truck, boom truck, flat bed truck, box truck, fork truck and various other pieces of equipment needed to move items used in daily operations
  • Clean process equipment including tanks, heat exchangers and piping using up to 10,000 psi high pressure water equipment.
  • Drove safely under all weather conditions day or night in accordance with company policies and state and federal laws.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo from trailer in a safe manner according to DOT regulations.
  • Followed established safety protocols while driving or working around heavy machinery.
  • Inspected and maintained vehicles to ensure roadworthiness.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections on all assigned equipment prior to each shift.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.

Chemical Process Operator

Dow Corning
Midland, MI
  • Operate chemical process equipment according to company guidelines
  • Use of SAP and Foxboro operating system.
  • Ensured that proper safety protocols were followed at all times while working in hazardous environments.
  • Communicated effectively with other personnel throughout the facility regarding daily tasks and objectives.
  • Worked closely with engineering staff to optimize production processes through improved efficiency measures.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on process equipment in accordance with established procedures.
  • Monitored inventory levels of raw materials to ensure adequate supply for production needs.
  • Inspected process systems for leaks or other irregularities and took corrective action when necessary.

Building Trades & HVAC Apprentice

LOCAL 85 PLUMBERS, STEAMFITTERS & HVAC
Saginaw, MI
  • Reading blue prints
  • Installation of industrial and commercial piping systems
  • Taking measurements, cutting, grinding and fitting, carbon, stainless steel, copper, and pvc pipes.
  • Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
  • Repair or replace worn parts such as seals and bearings on pumps and valves.
  • Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
  • Checked pressure readings on gauges connected to the system in order to diagnose any malfunctions.
  • Calibrated thermostats, tested capacitors and checked refrigerant levels for proper functioning of the system.
  • Performed routine checks on various components of the system such as contractors, relays and solenoids.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
  • Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.

Automotive Parts Specialist

CARQUEST DISTRIBUTION CENTER
Bay City, MI
  • Customer service
  • Stock replenishment
  • Fill and ship customer orders
  • Load and unload trucks.
  • Developed relationships with key suppliers to secure competitive prices for stocked items.
  • Received incoming shipments and verified contents against packing lists or invoices.
  • Trained new staff members in operating procedures, stocking methods and other duties related to automotive parts specialists.
  • Cross-referenced part numbers between different manufacturers' catalogs.

Education

Honor Roll -

T.L. HANDY HIGH
Bay City, MI

Machine Trades -

Bay Area ISD

Major- Refrigeration/ Heating/Air Conditioning -

DELTA COLLEGE
University Center, MI

Skills

  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Diagnostic Techniques
  • Adaptable
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Process safety management
  • Process Monitoring
  • Effective communication abilities
  • Safety protocol knowledge
  • Regulatory compliance understanding
  • Vehicle maintenance and repair
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Equipment Operation
  • Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Safety Compliance

Military Service

US ARMY, Infantry, 01/90, 01/95, Honorable discharge

Timeline

Plant Services Operator

DOW CHEMICAL
09.2009 - Current

Chemical Process Operator

Dow Corning

Building Trades & HVAC Apprentice

LOCAL 85 PLUMBERS, STEAMFITTERS & HVAC

Automotive Parts Specialist

CARQUEST DISTRIBUTION CENTER

Honor Roll -

T.L. HANDY HIGH

Machine Trades -

Bay Area ISD

Major- Refrigeration/ Heating/Air Conditioning -

DELTA COLLEGE
GLEN R. TUROW