Jacob Montano
Victoria,TX
Summary
Adept at chemical handling and fostering team unity, I significantly enhanced safety and efficiency at Dow Chemical. My expertise in operating complex machinery and my knack for critical thinking led to a marked improvement in productivity and safety standards, showcasing my ability to multitask and drive team success. I've also assisted with a startup in Knoxville TN.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
PSC Poly Loader
PSC Group
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Loaded and unloaded pallets quickly and safely, managing work load priorities.
- Contributed to overall warehouse operations by assisting with various tasks as needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Maintained a safe work environment with proper handling techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
- Lifted and slid packages weighing up to Number pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
- Checked accuracy of product packaging and labeling, rectifying any issues.
- Followed all safety and security protocols to minimize risk of injury.
- Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to safely transport materials within the warehouse.
- Balanced heavy workloads with tight deadlines, consistently meeting or exceeding goals in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
PSC Chemical Loader
PSC Group
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Improved communication among team members by participating actively in daily meetings, discussing ongoing projects, challenges faced, and potential solutions moving forward together as a unit.
- Maintained accurate records of chemical inventory levels, enabling effective monitoring and replenishment as needed.
- Assisted management with periodic audits of internal processes, contributing insights towards areas requiring improvement or optimization efforts within the facility''s operations.
- Increased efficiency in the workplace by maintaining well-organized workspaces for chemical storage and transfer operations.
- Enhanced safety protocols by implementing proper chemical handling and storage procedures.
- Improved overall productivity by optimizing workflow processes for loading chemicals into transport vehicles or containers.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by conducting regular inspections of loading equipment and facilities.
- Demonstrated reliability and responsibility by consistently meeting deadlines for chemical loading tasks, contributing to overall team success in meeting company goals.
- Assisted in the development of training materials for new employees, enhancing their understanding of safe chemical handling practices and company protocols.
- Adapted quickly to changes in work assignments and schedules, displaying flexibility and a strong commitment to ensuring the timely completion of assigned tasks.
Chemical Operator
Dow Chemical
12.2020 - Current
- Ensured safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during chemical operations.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Maintained high-quality standards for finished products by conducting rigorous quality control tests.
- Trained new employees on standard operating procedures, contributing to a well-prepared workforce.
- Identified potential hazards in the workplace, implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks.
- Documented all work activities accurately, providing valuable data for future reference and analysis purposes.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
- Consistently met deadlines for product delivery by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time efficiently.
- Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting ideas that led to increased performance metrics across the team.
- Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
- Coordinated with other departments on timely delivery of raw materials for production.
- Facilitated team training sessions on new safety protocols, significantly reducing risk of accidents.
- Led emergency response drills, ensuring preparedness in case of chemical spills or accidents.
- Operated chemical processing equipment, including centrifuges, evaporators and reactors.
- Troubleshot and solved process equipment problems to minimize production downtime.
- Entered data into batch ticketing system and checked information for accuracy.
- Diagnosed issues quickly and contacted supervisor to warn of potential project delays.
Emergency Response Team
Dow Chemical
Seadrift , TX
11.2021 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment in optimal condition through regular inspections, cleaning, and repairs.
- Saved lives by providing prompt medical attention to injured individuals during emergency situations.
- Extinguished fires swiftly using advanced techniques such as foam application or water delivery from aerial platforms as needed based on situation requirements.
Education
Bachelor Of Medical Biology - Biomedical Engineering
Austin Community College
Austin, TXBachelor Of Medical Biology - Biomedical Engineering
VCC
Victoria, TXSkills
- Hazardous chemicals
- Chemical handling proficiency
- Critical thinking aptitude
- Instrumentation calibration
- Process safety management
- Activity logging
- Chemical processing
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Critical Thinking
- Machine Operation
- Safety Procedures
- Team building
- Safety Training
- Chemical Handling
- Computer Literacy
- Training personnel
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Physical Stamina
- Technical understanding
Timeline
Emergency Response Team
Dow Chemical
11.2021 - Current
Chemical Operator
Dow Chemical
12.2020 - Current
PSC Chemical Loader
PSC Group
02.2019 - 01.2020
PSC Poly Loader
PSC Group
08.2017 - 11.2019
Bachelor Of Medical Biology - Biomedical Engineering
Austin Community College
Bachelor Of Medical Biology - Biomedical Engineering
VCC