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Jonathan Martinez

Austin,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in process optimization and troubleshooting. Known for coordinating complex operations and maintaining high safety standards, contributing to efficient operational workflows. Dynamic Lead Chemical Operator with over 10 years of experience in safety management and team leadership. Skilled in developing training programs and operational procedures, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety and excellence. Results-oriented individual with proven skills in safety management and compliance adherence. Expertise in troubleshooting and process optimization to enhance operational efficiency.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Technician

SpaceX
Bastrop, Texas
06.2025 - Current
  • Maintain the safety of myself and other personnel in the area.
  • Maintain the running status of the VCP line to ensure proper plating of panel boards.
  • Verify adequate levels in the bath system and chemical totes.
  • Maintain the operating function of the unit robots.
  • Maintain a clean work environment through the 5S method.
  • Perform area PMs as scheduled.

Lead Chemical Operator

Tesla Lithium
Robstown, Texas
01.2024 - 06.2025
  • Maintain the safety of myself and other personnel in the area.
  • Create operation procedures for commissioning equipment, start-up/shutdown, and normal operation.
  • Set alarm management parameters for Delta V operation.
  • I participated in the Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT testing) with the controls engineer to prove the control logic for my designated area.
  • Coordinated the commissioning campaign by setting out the process plans for commissioning equipment, introducing the feed, warming up to the full required heat to meet specifications, designating the offloading route of material, shutting down the unit, troubleshooting issues throughout the process, staffing, daily shift turnover, and creating a safe work environment.
  • Provided training for new outside and control operators. This consisted of creating a packet with P&IDs, training documents, routinely drawing the unit, outside walk-throughs, and verbal training of the area.

Lead Console Operator

Flint Hills Resources
Corpus Christi, Texas
04.2010 - 01.2024
  • Responsible for all personnel safety by controlling the unit's atmosphere in which work is being done.
  • Prepare an optimization plan for shift board operators to meet daily product targets and specifications for customers, while maintaining a lean throughput of product.
  • Create new procedures for any task in which no procedure exists, as well as maintain current procedures to reflect any changes through our management of change process, or recommended changes from personnel.
  • Plan the commissioning, decommissioning, start-up, and shutdown of my units during turnarounds or outages.
  • Troubleshooting process controls, process equipment, to ensure unit stable operation.
  • Ensure operating units are within all compliance standards.
  • Lead the training and certification process for board operators and outside chemical operators.
  • Participated in the yearly process hazard analysis (PHA) to identify safety issues for personnel and reliability issues for equipment.
  • I participated in the Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT testing) with the controls engineer to prove the control logic for my designated area.
  • Maintained alarm rationalization for my areas, such as reducing the amount of nuisance alarms, correcting bad actors, and setting alarm limits for the process.
  • Handled all investigations in the area using the 5 Whys method to find the root cause and set corrective actions.

Asbestos Abatement Worker

Axis Industries
Corpus Christi, Texas
05.2009 - 04.2010
  • Removed asbestos using hand and power tools, or specialty equipment.
  • Collected waste in approved disposal bags, and sealed with correct labeling.
  • Complied with environmental laws and regulations concerning asbestos and hazardous waste removal.
  • Secured and contained asbestos and hazardous materials for transport.

Environmental Service Technician

Miller Environmental Services
Corpus Christi, Texas
02.2008 - 01.2009

Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to promote a clean, sanitary environment.

Assisted in vacuum truck operations to transfer hydrocarbons to the proper storage vessel.

Assisted in the cleanup of algae buildup in wastewater vessels.

Meat Market Lead

Walmart
Corpus Christi, Texas
02.2005 - 12.2007
  • Trained new employees on handling, safety, and stocking procedures.
  • Monitored inventory levels, ordered new supplies, and oversaw the restocking of products.
  • Assisted customers by finding requested items and providing information on specific cuts of meat.

Warehouse specialist

United States Army
Sinton, Texas
06.2001 - 06.2005
  • Validated warehouse data structure and accuracy.
  • Documented data warehouse architecture to guarantee that capacity meets current and forecasted needs.
  • Prepared functional and technical documentation data for warehouses.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Process Technology

Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX

Skills

  • Process optimization
  • Safety management
  • Chemical handling
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Procedure development
  • Operational planning
  • Team leadership
  • Training coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Root cause analysis
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Compliance assurance

Timeline

Process Technician

SpaceX
06.2025 - Current

Lead Chemical Operator

Tesla Lithium
01.2024 - 06.2025

Lead Console Operator

Flint Hills Resources
04.2010 - 01.2024

Asbestos Abatement Worker

Axis Industries
05.2009 - 04.2010

Environmental Service Technician

Miller Environmental Services
02.2008 - 01.2009

Meat Market Lead

Walmart
02.2005 - 12.2007

Warehouse specialist

United States Army
06.2001 - 06.2005

Some College (No Degree) - Process Technology

Del Mar College