James Whitfield II
Orange,TX
Summary
Quick-thinking Supervisor recognized for success in guiding teams and boosting performance. Practical problem-solver with excellent issue and conflict resolution skills to drive team and organizational success. Highly effective and knowledgeable in process improvement and inventory control. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Turnaround Section Foreman, Supervisor
Motiva Enterprises
2012.02 - Current
- Planned/reviewed job scopes before outages, then executing job plans during and after turnarounds.
- Worked with and coordinating contractor supervision/crafts in order to complete turnarounds on time and within cost
- I have been involved in this role since, on temporary/ as needed basis. (3-6 months yearly)
- Over many years in this position I have overseen multiple mechanical jobs and critical mechanical equipment.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
Machinist/Millwright
Motiva Enterprises
2011.06 - Current
- General maintenance, removal, repair, installation and alignment of rotating equipment (pumps, turbines, blowers, fin fans, cooling tower fans, hydraulic systems, and lubrication systems) and field planning on irregular jobs lacking prior SAP plan.
- Currently I work in Preventive Maintenance. Specializing in trouble shooting and rebuilding steam turbines.
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance to optimize machinery performance.
- Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
- Analyzed schematics and blueprints to fix machinery and calculate materials needed for repair.
- Read blueprints to safely and efficiently assemble equipment.
- Documented repairs and maintenance activities to create reports for management.
Crane Operator
Motiva Enterprises
2011.06 - Current
- Running swing cab and fixed cab cranes when needed
- I have been one of two employees tasked to amend, rewrite and organize Motiva's crane policy.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
Millwright/ Pump mechanic
PPG
2011.01 - 2011.06
- Installation, repair, and alignment of pumps, motors, turbines, and gearboxes.
- Measuring pump machined fits and ordering parts accordingly.
- Running fixed cab cranes and rigging loads when required.
- Replaced worn or defective parts and adjusted settings to improve performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to identify and address mechanical issues.
- Analyzed blueprints and manufacturer instructions to take apart and reassemble machinery for maintenance and component replacements.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
Millwright Foreman
H.B. Zachary/Invista
2010.08 - 2011.01
- Overseeing maintenance repair and installation of pumps, valves, gearboxes, relief valves, insuring work orders, permits, completion sheets and pump final installation package sheets are correct and complete, writing Job Safety Analysis packets, and other supervisory decisions.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
Maintenance Mechanic
Lanxess
2007.01 - 2010.07
- Maintenance and repair on pumps, motors, valves, gear boxes, conveyors, hydraulic systems relief valves and various other plant operations.
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Working with operations on critical running equipment.
- Rigging loads for areal lifts and overseeing lifts.
- Worked on unit outages as maintenance/ contractor coordinator, overseeing outage work scope.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
Pipe Fitter/Millwright Foreman
H.B. Zachary /Invista
2006.07 - 2006.12
- General Maintenance.
- Duties included supervising installation of piping systems, boilers, exchangers and pump skids.
- Supervised rigging of piping, exchangers and equipment for safe aerial crane lifts.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
Owner
Quality Fence Company
2005.07 - 2012.12
- Overseeing and directing employees in fence construction, managing company finances including payroll and accounts payable/receivable, material handling, bidding and securing jobs, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
Pipefitter
H.B. Zachary /Invista
2005.01 - 2005.07
- Installation of piping systems, boilers, and exchangers during plant shutdown and normal maintenance periods.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
Pipefitter helper/Carpenter helper
C & F, Inc
2001.05 - 2004.12
- Assisting pipefitters and/or carpenters in daily duties – general labor both in refineries and commercial construction.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
General Laborer
C & F, Inc
2000.05 - 2001.05
- General assistance in shop area such as: pipefitter helper, welder helper, clean up, forklift operator, and truck driver.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business/Psychology
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXHigh School Diploma -
Graduate Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School
Orange, TX05.2001
Skills
- Software (Access, Oracle, Excel, Word, WordPerfect, Power Point )
- SAP/GSAP
- Equipment Maintenance/Repairs and Inspections
- Project Management
- Priority management
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Project Processes
- Safety Protocols
Certification
NCCER, Pipefitter, Issued: February 2007 NCCCO, Certified Crane Operator, (TLL, TSS, telescoping boom swing cab and fixed cab), (STC, service truck crane), Issued: 6/30/2014, expires:6/30/2024 NCCCO, Certified Rigger level II
Timeline
Turnaround Section Foreman, Supervisor
Motiva Enterprises
2012.02 - Current
Crane Operator
Motiva Enterprises
2011.06 - Current
Machinist/Millwright
Motiva Enterprises
2011.06 - Current
Millwright/ Pump mechanic
PPG
2011.01 - 2011.06
Millwright Foreman
H.B. Zachary/Invista
2010.08 - 2011.01
Maintenance Mechanic
Lanxess
2007.01 - 2010.07
Pipe Fitter/Millwright Foreman
H.B. Zachary /Invista
2006.07 - 2006.12
Owner
Quality Fence Company
2005.07 - 2012.12
Pipefitter
H.B. Zachary /Invista
2005.01 - 2005.07
Pipefitter helper/Carpenter helper
C & F, Inc
2001.05 - 2004.12
General Laborer
C & F, Inc
2000.05 - 2001.05
Bachelor of Science - Business/Psychology
Lamar University
High School Diploma -
Graduate Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School
NCCER, Pipefitter, Issued: February 2007 NCCCO, Certified Crane Operator, (TLL, TSS, telescoping boom swing cab and fixed cab), (STC, service truck crane), Issued: 6/30/2014, expires:6/30/2024 NCCCO, Certified Rigger level II
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