Houston VanValkenburg

• Started as Facility Technician 2 in May of 2022.
• Achieved Six qualifications for Facility Technician 3 promotion in March of 2023.
• Promoted to Production Mentor June of 2023.
• Promoted to Production Lead in December of 2024.
• Achieved Facility Technician 4 on 4/1/2025.
• Assisted Management and presented multiple feed plans to management. To assist and ensure system is burning efficiently.
• Assisted in inspecting and reporting back to management on various waste projects. Below are some of the projects I participated in.
• Shred wet material to Educt, Inspected and reported back to blends chemist, management on material we can pump through Educts.
• Proposed new SoP and JHA's for Educt process and presented to Production and Health & Safety Management teams.
• Achieved new SOP and JHA for Educt in regarding Apron PPE over Tyvek PPE. Assisted department in less heat stress and more efficient operations.
• Helped Management and Engineering in designing and preforming Educt 2 process.
• Trained operators in New Educt 2 System after working with management on how to efficiently run process.
• Repacked FB3 Shred wets to FB5 Shred Drys to help with large Shred wet inventory.
• Cleared multiple plugged lines in Educt 1 and 2 Systems.
• Cross Trained with Incineration to assist them in staffing shortages.
• Worked with IT Supported on multiple occasions to help diagnose system issues.
• Worked with State and Management on PFAS testing.

Here are some of my strengths I've obtained while working at Clean Harbors.

• Communication with Management on issues within the department.
• Communication with other departments on needs, to ensure processes stay fed at all times.
• Maintained a healthy work relationship with all departments within Aragonite.
• Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
• Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
• Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
• Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
• Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
• Streamlined processes by implementing efficient workflows and keeping up on technician training.
• Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency in processes.
• Streamlined inventory management, ensuring receiving had space available or brain stormed ideas with management to assist their process.

• Started July of 2018 as a Facility operator.
• Promoted to Cell service operator C in October of 2018.
• Transferred to Electrolytics in January of 2019.
• Promoted to "Crew Trainer" in November of 2019.
• Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
• Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
• Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
• Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
• Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
• Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
• Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
• Streamlined workflow by identifying bottlenecks in the production line and suggesting improvements.
• Improved product quality with meticulous attention to detail during metaling and charging processes.
• Conducted comprehensive training for new operators, enhancing team skills and performance.
• Reduced waste and increased recycling, contributing to more sustainable lithium salt.
• Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
• Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.

• Started at KFC in 2015.
• Started taking supervisor classes in October of 2015.
• Finished all Supervisor & Management classes by June of 2016.
• Promoted to General Manager a few days after High School Graduation May of 2017.
• Achieved #1 Store for profit, labor costs in Quarter 1 and Quarter 2 of 2018 year.
• Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
• Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
• Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
• Drove business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
• Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
• Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
• Developed and executed comprehensive employee training program, elevating staff skills and improving service.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction with introduction of customer feedback system, leading to service improvements and repeat business.
• Led team to exceed sales targets, implementing motivational incentives and comprehensive training programs.
• Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
• Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
• Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
• Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
• Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage.
• Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
• Reported issues to higher management with great detail.