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Harley Ledford

Livingston,LA

Summary

Quality-driven Chemical Operator with experience controlling Distillation processes and operating equipment using distributed control systems. Proficient in performing general and preventive maintenance on process and support equipment. Hardworking and goal-oriented with 8 years of experience in chemical manufacturing process.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Chemical Process Operator

Honeywell Intelligrated
03.2020 - Current
  • Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
  • Followed safety processes and protocols while moving Performing daily tasks.
  • Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
  • Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
  • Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards. Operated distillation column process, condensers, boilers, cooling towers, and rotary kilns.
  • Perform tasks in tank farm loading/offloading tank trucks and railcars.
  • Utilized computer software programs such as SAP, Excel, and Microsoft word

Process Technician

Primoris Services Corp
09.2018 - 03.2020
  • Analyzed all processes and identified all fundamental issues and assisted in appropriate resolutions.
  • Performed routine equipment maintenance on nights and weekends to prevent downtime.
  • Performed packing and labeling duties by safely operating all appropriate equipment.
  • Monitored production processes for compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and operational standards.
  • Initiated contact with operations department to roll out production schedule changes, promoting more efficient processing.
  • Completed daily housekeeping tasks to keep operations compliant and ready for audits.
  • Monitored processing temperatures, pressures, tank levels and flow rates via computerized control system.
  • Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
  • Assisted Plant operations with LOTO task and shadowed on job permitting

Production Line Operator

Adell Plastics
01.2016 - 09.2018
  • Read and understood job orders to meet specific product specifications, including acceptable tolerances, general specifications and required production sequences.
  • Kept line material levels within required levels to meet production goals.
  • Maximized production quality by inspecting, calibrating and adjusting equipment to stay within optimal operational parameters.
  • Made proactive adjustments to machinery feeds and speeds to optimize performance and deal with malfunctions.
  • Loaded and unloaded items from machines, conveyors and conveyances.
  • Used hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records for raw materials, work in process and finished products.

Education

GED -

Maurepas High School
Maurepas, LA
05.2014

Skills

  • Hazardous Materials Management
  • Quality assurance procedures
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Instrumentation calibration
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Hazardous chemicals
  • Decision-making capabilities
  • Safety protocol knowledge
  • Air Compressors
  • Process Monitoring

Timeline

Chemical Process Operator

Honeywell Intelligrated
03.2020 - Current

Process Technician

Primoris Services Corp
09.2018 - 03.2020

Production Line Operator

Adell Plastics
01.2016 - 09.2018

GED -

Maurepas High School
Harley Ledford