Jonathan Harvey Porter
Slidell,LA
Summary
Hardworking Production Team Lead / Slider / Operator skilled in organizing and prioritizing tasks, arranging schedules and monitoring equipment operation. Excellent communication, problem-solving and management skills to further our growth in St. Bernard Renewables. Prepared to bring 16 years of experience to a challenging new position with the expectation to build a prosperous team.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Team Lead / Slider
PBF Energy
11.2024 - Current
- Supervise and optimize Honeywell Distributed Control Systems and Allen Bradley Controls to monitor plant processes and ensure operational efficiency in SBR with safe maximum reliable throughput and minimal downtime.
- Collaborate with Shift Superintendents, Field Supervisors, PTL's, Region 11 PMT, E&P, Engineering, Maintenance, and operators to safely and efficiently run day to day operations and maintenance activities.
- Lead and engage in LPSA, LPO, and Safety talks with operations and refinery leadership about ongoing and upcoming tasks.
- Monitor units and make adjustments off sample results and unit needs. Follow safe practice procedures and direct outside operators to respond to unit needs and requirements.
- Coordinate and communicate tank transfers, unit constraints, maintenance needs, unit startup and shutdown activities with all refinery organizations.
- Lead daily shift meetings to discuss production goals and address any operational challenges.
Coker Stillman/ RDU Operator
PBF Energy
09.2016 - Current
- Assisted with numerous RDU catalyst turnarounds, startups and shutdowns.
- Operated complex machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance operational workflows and safety standards.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained new operators on equipment functionality and safety protocols.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
Console Operator
Chevron
05.2009 - 09.2016
- Operated Honeywell DCS console for Chevron offshore production platform ensuring environmental compliance and product quality was achieved for downstream resources.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by providing thorough handover notes detailing any outstanding tasks or ongoing issues requiring attention.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and resolving technical issues promptly, ensuring smooth console operations.
- Operated and monitored refinery equipment to ensure safe and efficient production processes.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by conducting regular audits of facility operations.
- Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance on pumps, compressors, and other essential equipment.
Education
Applied Science in Process Technology
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gauthier, MS05-2009
Skills
- Safety and hazard management
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Operations troubleshooting
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Production Team Lead / Slider
PBF Energy
11.2024 - Current
Coker Stillman/ RDU Operator
PBF Energy
09.2016 - Current
Console Operator
Chevron
05.2009 - 09.2016
Applied Science in Process Technology
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
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