Hunter Vestal
Seabrook,TX
Summary
Quality-driven Chemical Operator with experience controlling reaction 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 7 years of expertise in chemical operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemical Process Operator/ERT
Dow Chemical, Ave. S
01.2015 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance procedures for chemical production equipment.
- Tracked and documented production data to maintain accurate records.
- Utilized computerized process control systems to monitor and adjust chemical process variables.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Troubleshot and solved process equipment problems to minimize production downtime.
- Responded to site emergencies and HAZMAT situation
- Firefighter and rope rescue qualified from TEEX
Branch Manager/Inside Sales
J&B Fasteners
07.2012 - 04.2014
- Rearranged parts department to better serve changing trends and keep workspaces organized.
- Mitigated financial discrepancies by managing inventory, damaged goods and backorders.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Processed and reshelved return orders, checking for discrepancies, potential usage and issues
- Managed a branch
- Prepared pricing strategies for current customers to enhance sales and increase profitability.
Racecar Mechanic/Car Chief
Davidson Motorsports
01.2006 - 03.2012
- Built and maintained racecars
- Built custom shock absorbers for customers
- Managed parts inventory
- Traveled the country for races
Education
High School Diploma -
Bay Area Christian School
League City, TX05.2008
Associate of Applied Science - PTEC
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TX08.2015
Skills
- Chemical Reactions and Processes
- Emergency Situations
- Board Operator
- Pipeline Controller
- Maintaining plant equipment
- Process Safety Management
- Safety Precautions
Additional Information
- Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Technician NFPA 4722.
- Industrial Rescue Training NFPA 10063.
- Industrial Fire Brigade: Advanced Exterior/Incipient NFPA 10814.
Certification
Industrial Fire Brigade: Advanced Exterior/Incipient NFPA 1081
Industrial Rescue Training NFPA 1006
Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Technician NFPA 472
Timeline
Chemical Process Operator/ERT
Dow Chemical, Ave. S
01.2015 - 12.2022
Branch Manager/Inside Sales
J&B Fasteners
07.2012 - 04.2014
Racecar Mechanic/Car Chief
Davidson Motorsports
01.2006 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Bay Area Christian School
Associate of Applied Science - PTEC
College of The Mainland
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