Jacob Phillips
Coal City,IL
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented chemical operator with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for my reliability and capacity to learn and apply new skills. By setting personal goals and self-monitoring my work performance, I intend to create a positive and productive work environment for myself and my co-workers.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Process Operator
DuPont
Channahon, IL
08.2021 - Current
- Operated and maintained chemical process equipment for over 3 years and have been trained on Finishing equipment, Recycle Extruder, and Main Extruder and Gel Line. Currently training for IRL position to become shift supervisor.
- Monitored process parameters such as temperatures, pressures, flow rates, and levels to ensure optimal production efficiency
- Modified raw material recipes, temperature, pressure, feed rate, and flow of liquids and gases through the gel line to ensure prime product but also cost efficiency with blowing agents and raw materials usage.
- Reduced waste generation by closely monitoring process parameters and making necessary adjustments.
- Performed routine inspections on equipment and identified potential issues
- Implemented preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability
- Maintained accurate records of production data while also testing product for various properties
- Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards (Compressive strength test, bromine content, R-value, water retention, etc)
- Conducted regular maintenance tasks on process equipment
- Trained new operators on safe operating procedures, equipment operation, and troubleshooting techniques
- Certified LOTO and SWP
- Rockwell Automation trained
- ISOtainer unloading
- HFO Railcar unloading
- CO2 Unloading
- Familiar with HMI/PLC
- Familiar reading P&ID
Ice Vendor
Arctic Glacier Premium Ice
Osage Beach, MO
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Delivered ice to various locations around Lake of the Ozarks using a 16ft refrigerated box truck, ensuring timely and accurate distribution.
- Operated refrigerated truck in compliance with safety regulations, ensuring the preservation of product quality
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Performed routine vehicle inspections to ensure safe operation and prevent breakdowns during deliveries
- Managed delivery route for optimal use of time and fuel.
- Obtained signatures along with payment of check or cash for distribution.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Average amount of ice unloaded was around 30000 lbs of ice on a daily basis
- Summer months would result in 16+ hour shifts as businesses would have a higher demand for ice
Appliance Technician / Delivery Driver
Frank's Appliance
Bradley, IL
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Operated and maintained chemical process equipment for over 3 years and have been trained on Finishing equipment, Recycle Extruder, and Main Extruder and Gel Line. Currently training for IRL position to become shift supervisor.
- Monitored process parameters such as temperatures, pressures, flow rates, and levels to ensure optimal production efficiency
- Modified raw material recipes, temperature, pressure, feed rate, and flow of liquids and gases through the gel line to ensure prime product but also cost efficiency with blowing agents and raw materials usage.
- Reduced waste generation by closely monitoring process parameters and making necessary adjustments.
- Performed routine inspections on equipment and identified potential issues
- Implemented preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability
- Maintained accurate records of production data while also testing product for various properties
- Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards (Compressive strength test, bromine content, R-value, water retention, etc)
- Conducted regular maintenance tasks on process equipment
- Trained new operators on safe operating procedures, equipment operation, and troubleshooting techniques
- Certified LOTO and SWP
- Rockwell Automation trained
- ISOtainer unloading
- HFO Railcar unloading
- CO2 Unloading
- Familiar with HMI/PLC
- Familiar reading P&ID
Education
High School Diploma -
Herscher High School
Herscher, IL09-2015
Skills
- Plastics extrusion (3 years)
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Mechanical knowledge
- Process monitoring
Timeline
Chemical Process Operator
DuPont
08.2021 - Current
Ice Vendor
Arctic Glacier Premium Ice
05.2019 - 08.2021
Appliance Technician / Delivery Driver
Frank's Appliance
01.2017 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
Herscher High School