Jacob Barrows
Springdale,AR
Summary
Quality-driven Chemical Operator with experience controlling CSTR and separation 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 6 years of expertise in metal fabrication from previous employment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Pilot Plant Operator
Jupeng Bio
11.2023 - Current
- Data collection
- Reactor inoculation/harvesting
- Experience with DeltaV
- Swagelok tubing experience
- Lab experience (LGC, pH probe, conductivity probe, IC, spectrophotometer)
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions or failures.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels, and water quality indicators.
Driver
Door Dash
11.2020 - 01.2023
- Completed 1,171 deliveries while attending courses at University of Arkansas as a full-time student
Laborer Fabricator
Multi-Craft Contractors
05.2012 - 09.2019
- Tasks included welding (TIG, MIG), deburring, delivering materials/finished products, fabrication of parts from prints
- Field experience: University of Arkansas, Superior Wheel, Gates Manufacturing, Planters, Glad Manufacturing, Tyson Foods, Gerdau
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Assisted in reducing material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Arkansas
12.2021
Springdale Har-Ber High School
05.2013
Skills
- MATLAB
- ASPEN
- OSHA 10 Certification
- NCCER Tool Identification Certification
- Mass and energy balances
- Technical reporting
- Thermodynamics
- Process Flow Diagram Design
- Process Design
- Chemical Process Simulation
- Qualitative Analysis
- Fluid Mechanics
Intro
Goal: To begin an engineering career in a place that encourages learning and development. I am driven, goal oriented, and conscientious. I look forward to a career where I can utilize both my knowledge in chemical engineering, and my experience in a manufacturer setting. Both of these attributes grant me the ability to be an asset to the team.
Timeline
Pilot Plant Operator
Jupeng Bio
11.2023 - Current
Driver
Door Dash
11.2020 - 01.2023
Laborer Fabricator
Multi-Craft Contractors
05.2012 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Arkansas
Springdale Har-Ber High School