JOEY BECERRA
Wilmington,Ca
Summary
Experienced and skilled Process Operator with 7 years of hands-on experience in operating, monitoring, and optimizing industrial equipment in high-demand production environments. Skilled in troubleshooting equipment issues, adjusting process variables, and working collaboratively with maintenance and supervision to minimize downtime. Committed to workplace safety, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operator
Phillips 66
Carson, Ca
06.2022 - Current
- Operate and monitor distillation and reforming unit via DCS and field instrumentation.
- Assist in the startup, shutdown, and turnaround activities of process units.
- Collect and test process samples to ensure they comply with product specifications.
- Enforce and follow all safety and environmental procedures.
- Maintain accurate logbooks, shift reports, and regulatory documentation.
- Work alongside engineers and maintenance to troubleshoot and resolve process issues.
- Ensure continuous operations by performing routine inspections.
- Supported continuous improvements to enhance process efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Respond to alarms and abnormal conditions, minimizing downtime and ensuring product quality.
Wastewater Operator
Veolia
El Segundo, Ca
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Operated and monitored high-speed centrifuges to separate solids and liquids.
- Adjusted feed rates, flow rates, and machine parameters to maintain consistent product quality and meet production targets.
- Performed routine inspections and preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Ensure proper line-ups for transfers to avoid contamination or spills
- Recorded process data and reported deviations.
- Followed all plant safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, spill response, and PPE usage.
- Assisted in unit startups/shutdowns, equipment cleaning, and changeover activities.
- Coordinated with truck drivers and control room operators.
Heat Treating Technician
Superheat
Huntington Beach, Ca
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Performed hardness testing and visual inspections after the heat treat process.
- Attached and monitored thermocouples to ensure proper heat penetration and accuracy.
- Set and verified temperatures, cycles, and quench operations.
- Followed strict safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and PPE usage.
- Performed basic preventive maintenance, such as checking thermocouples, cleaning furnace interiors, and replacing worn parts.
- Coordinated with quality control engineers to meet production schedules and resolve process issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Phineas Banning High School
Wilmington, CaSkills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving under pressure
- Safe work practices
- Process optimization
- Trouble shooting
- Process monitoring and control
- DCS operations
- Environmental compliance
- Equipment isolations and Lockout/Tagout
- Proficiency in basic computer skills
- Ability to work night shifts ,weekends and holiday
Timeline
Process Operator
Phillips 66
06.2022 - Current
Wastewater Operator
Veolia
08.2019 - 06.2022
Heat Treating Technician
Superheat
08.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Phineas Banning High School