JUSTIN McCRARY
Summary
Highly experienced operations technician prepared to excel in leadership role. Extensive experience in managing complex operations and implementing effective solutions. Known for fostering collaborative environment and consistently achieving safe and efficient results, with flexible adaptability to evolving business needs and in-depth knowledge of operational protocols and team management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Operations Technician
LyondellBasell Chemical Company
04.2008 - 10.2024
- Served as Shift Supervisor, Process Specialist, Day Permit Writer, Critical Permit Writer for Multiple Turnarounds/Outages and helped plan unit outages while providing oversight and mentorship to team members.
- Led operational crews, managed emergency response events, and authored critical safety documentation including LO/TO and safe work permits.
- Served as a trusted resource for technical guidance, offering valuable input during critical decision-making processes and fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Acquired and maintained certifications on every unit console and outside jobs.
- Remotely monitored pressure, temp, flow, tank levels, and other operating parameters via DCS console to maintain SAFE and stable operations.
- Safely conducted unit rounds, start/stop unit equipment, make line-ups, LO/TO equipment for maintenance in accordance with applicable procedures.
- Trained employees on safety protocols, job certifications and operational procedures for safe work practices.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational workflows and reduce downtime.
- Assisted in reviewing standard operating procedures to streamline processes and increase productivity.
- Performed minor maintenance on unit equipment in accordance with applicable procedures to ensure unit efficiency.
- Communicated and worked with Natural Gas, N2 and Syn Gas pipeline suppliers. Requested adjustments to allocations based on unit demands. Made unit adjustments based on supplier demands/issues/outages.
- Communicated daily with internal teams and external utility suppliers, responding to emergencies and coordinating with regulators and inspectors.
- Used SAP to track maintenance, create notifications, and support long-term equipment reliability planning.
Education
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - English
University of Houston – Downtown
Houston, TX05.2006
Skills
- Expertise in safely monitoring operations using DCS technology
- Team leader
- Proficient in planning and executing daily operations
- Emergency Response Fire Team Member
- Clear and concise communicator
- SAP, OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, LO/TO and HSE Procedures
- Preventive Maintenance
- Skilled in interpreting operational trends and data to drive decision-making
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- TWIC card certified and trained in emergency response procedures
- Safety Program Committee Member
Timeline
Lead Operations Technician
LyondellBasell Chemical Company
04.2008 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - English
University of Houston – Downtown
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