Open To Work
Jesse Gulledge
Baton Rouge
Summary
Accomplished and safety-driven Chemical Process Operator with 5+ years of experience operating DCS-controlled chemical systems and handling hazardous, including pyrophoric, materials. Proven track record of optimizing plant operations through critical thinking, lean practices, and cross-functional teamwork. Certified Emergency Response Team (ERT) member with a strong commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous process improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemical Process Operator
BASF Corp
Geismar
10.2025 - Current
- Operated chemical processing equipment to ensure smooth operations.
- Monitored production parameters for compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted quality checks on raw materials and finished products.
Chemical Process Operator
W.R. Grace & Co
Baton Rouge
02.2020 - 10.2025
- Operate DCS-controlled systems for safe and efficient chemical processing.
- Monitor and adjust temperature, pressure, and flow rates of solvents and aluminum alkyls.
- Load/unload trailers and portable tanks (26 to 1980 gal.) using nitrogen pressure systems.
- Handle hazardous and pyrophoric chemicals in daily operations with zero incident record.
- Troubleshoot equipment/process issues to prevent delays and maintain safety compliance.
- Maintain detailed operation records in Microsoft Office and Excel.
- Participate in safety meetings with engineers and contribute ideas for process improvements.
- Certified ERT member trained in medical response, fire control, and confined space rescue.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Brown & Root
Baton Rouge
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Interpreted P&IDs and piping blueprints to install screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless tubing.
- Repaired mechanical components and conducted pressure testing to ensure system integrity.
- Applied precision measurement techniques for cutting, fitting, and assembling pipework.
- Maintained strict compliance with PPE protocols and fall protection safety standards.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Brown & Root
Baton Rouge
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Interpreted P&IDs and piping blueprints to install screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless tubing.
- Repaired mechanical components and conducted pressure testing to ensure system integrity.
- Applied precision measurement techniques for cutting, fitting, and assembling pipework.
- Maintained strict compliance with PPE protocols and fall protection safety standards.
Fabrication Welder
Woolfolk Machine Repair
Slaughter
- Fabricated plant components including catwalks, platforms, and handrails to support facility operations.
- Performed vertical, overhead, and flat position welds per blueprint and safety specifications.
- Operated metal-shaping equipment and overhead cranes to assemble and position structural elements.
- Ensured weld quality through proper surface prep and alignment to meet structural integrity standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Zachary High School
Zachary, LASkills
- Lean Manufacturing Processes
- Root Cause Analysis
- Forklift & Manlift Certified
- Hazardous Chemical Handling
- DCS Operation & Troubleshooting
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Emergency Response & Safety Compliance
- Piping Fabrication & System Installation
- P&ID Reading
- Valve & Pump Operation
- Heat Exchanger
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Industrial Fire Responder
- Hazmat Response
- Forklift & Manlift Certified
References
Available upon request
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
$131000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Chemical Process Operator
BASF Corp
10.2025 - Current
Journeyman Pipefitter
Brown & Root
02.2021 - 12.2022
Chemical Process Operator
W.R. Grace & Co
02.2020 - 10.2025
Journeyman Pipefitter
Brown & Root
05.2017 - 08.2019
Fabrication Welder
Woolfolk Machine Repair
High School Diploma -
Zachary High School