Keith Francis
Beaumont
Summary
Results-oriented machine driver and operator with a proven track record of success in operations, health and safety, and process optimization within refining environments. Skilled in aligning company objectives with established operations and process management paradigms to achieve maximum operational impacts while minimizing resource expenditures. Compliance-focused skilled laborer with expert knowledge of safety protocols and training in multiple trades. Highly dedicated professional with exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, as well as a strong background in quality assurance and regulatory compliance. Committed to teamwork and open to relocation opportunities. Proficient in machine operations, safety awareness, and hand and power tool usage.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operator
K-SOLV
09.2023 - Current
- Monitored and controlled operations using DCS system.
- Handled valve opening and closing tasks.
- Collect samples
- Conducted rigorous sample testing for quality assurance.
- Ensured strict adherence to lockout/tagout procedures.
- Managed unit start-up and shutdown processes.
- Managed the loading and unloading of trucks daily.
- Operated and monitored distillation unit.
- Maintained optimal functionality of cooling tower.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety guidelines and reporting potential hazards.
Process Operator
South Hampton Resources
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Performed precise measurements for tank levels.
- Managed and recorded tank levels.
- Managed blending tanks efficiently.
- Measured tank levels accurately.
- Writing permits in tank farm area
- Implemented LOTO protocols to ensure safety during maintenance.
- Operated within the tank farm area.
- Overseeing the collection of various samples.
Hydro Blast Operator
UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
05.2016 - 07.2022
- Undertake removal of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals in a manner compliant with health and safety standards
- Set-up cleaning of pumps, exchangers, vessels, and reactors
- Carry out inspections of, and operate, maintain, and repair high pressure water blasting equipment
- Perform hydro blasting on industrial equipment such as construction equipment, power plants and oil refineries
- Optimize tool function with sufficient cleaning after hydro blasting; complete regular equipment audits to ensure all tools are accounted for
- Utilize hydro blaster to contain and clean up hazardous waste spills
- Ensure correct usage of personnel protective equipment while using hydro blaster
- Train technicians on use of equipment and safety on the job
Hydro Blast Technician/ Operator
VEOLIA ENVIRONMENTAL Services
06.2008 - 05.2016
- Collaborated with team members to smoothly move materials between stations
- Inspected and evaluated equipment before starting each production run; calibrated settings to meet order specifications
- Consistently achieved production targets by efficiently loading machinery
- Played integral role as part of Spill clean-up crew
- Trained in spill containment
- Operated a Vacuum truck
Education
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - Process Operations Technology
Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TX12.2020
Skills
- Detail-Oriented Planning
- Professional Carpet Cleaning
- Process management
- Equipment repair
- Machining
- Environmental services
- Industrial equipment
- Forklift Operation
- Effective Communication
- SAP Proficiency
- Construction
- Effective Writing Skills
- Manufacturing Processes
- Quality assurance
- Cleaning
- Standard operating procedures
- Process control
- Equipment operation
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Housekeeping skills
Timeline
Process Operator
K-SOLV
09.2023 - Current
Process Operator
South Hampton Resources
07.2022 - 09.2023
Hydro Blast Operator
UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
05.2016 - 07.2022
Hydro Blast Technician/ Operator
VEOLIA ENVIRONMENTAL Services
06.2008 - 05.2016
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - Process Operations Technology
Lamar Institute of Technology
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