Nikos Bladsacker
Marrero,LA
Summary
Safety-conscious trained operator with great comprehension of safety standards, turnaround planning and 4 years of total operating experience. Full understanding of all complex and utilities operational equipment and maintenance activities. Excellent verbal and written communication talents. Demonstrates leadership and compliance with the company's core values and operational excellence in mind.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PTS Process Operator
Venture Global LNG
Plaquemines LA
06.2023 - Current
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Maintained compliance with health, safety and environment practices.
- Developed and implemented improved procedures for PTS.
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Collaborated with Technical, Shift, Process and Field Supervision to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, reliability, as well as troubleshoot and correct unit upsets.
- Utilized Proper operator turnover and rounds to maintain daily logs, including volumes, temperatures, pressures, samples and maintenance of equipment.
- Utilize proper equipment Lockout and maintenance procedures.
- Oversight of Contractor commissioning activities in PTS.
- Lead Pre-Start-Up / Readiness Reviews for major equipment commissioning activities and support Pre-Start-Up Safety Reviews (PSSR) for rotating equipment discipline.
- Oversees Contractor development, subsequent review and approval of pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up procedures.
- Assurance and audit.
- Support site Change Management for area of responsibility
- Lead and require strict adherence to Lock Out / Tag Out Procedures (LOTO), work permits, and company policies
- Track progress of assigned systems and provide completions with timely reports on progress and activities
- Participate in Incident Command & Emergency Management drills & actuals.
- Help to plan and facilitate operational activities, such as routine, regulatory, and turnaround activities in VG LNG facility.
- Initial feed gas introduction
- Cold commissioning (cool-down of cryogenic equipment)
- First LNG drop production
- Process tuning and optimization
- Stabilize product specifications
- Control system testing (DCS, SCADA)
- Introduction of refrigerants (R134A.)
- PTS train start-up
- Final documentation, training, and handover to O&M team
Chemical Process Operator
Dow Chemical
Luling, LA
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with Technical, Shift, Process and Field Supervision to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, reliability, as well as troubleshoot and correct unit upsets.
- Utilized Proper operator turnover and rounds to maintain daily logs, including volumes, temperatures, pressures, samples and maintenance of equipment.
- Utilize proper equipment Lockout and maintenance procedures.
- Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Reviewed production schedules, drawings and material combinations to ascertain job specifics before project start.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Chemical Process Operator
Koch Methanol
St James , LA
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with Technical, Shift, Process and Field Supervision to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, reliability, as well as troubleshoot and correct unit upsets.
- Utilized Proper operator turnover and rounds to maintain daily logs, including volumes, temperatures, pressures, samples and maintenance of equipment.
- Utilize proper equipment Lockout and maintenance procedures.
- Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Phillips 66 Process Operator
Phillips 66
08.2018 - 03.2022
- Certified for Boiler, Cooling Tower, Sulur Units, Tailgas, Sourwater and Merox Units successfully while adhering to company standards
- Selected for Turnaround Planning and Execution lead for 2020 Sourwater and Merox units.
- Collaborated with Technical, Shift, Process and Field Supervision to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, reliability, as well as troubleshoot and correct unit upsets.
- Utilized Proper operator turnover and E-rounds to maintain daily logs, including volumes, temperatures, pressures, samples and maintenance of equipment.
- Modified controls to regulate temperatures, pressure, feed and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful process.
- Electronic permitting and manage unit contractors maintenance and repair.
- Tended equipment during operation and maintenance readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problem.
- Utilize proper equipment Lockout and maintenance procedures
- Team member of Hazmat, Rope Rescue and Fire teams.
- Hurricane Team for 3 years.
- Prepared for Console Operator.
Rope Access Technician
Capital Ultrasonic
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2017 - 08.2018
- X-Ray, Ultra Sonic Thickness, Positive Metal Thickness, Mag Testing, Penetrant Testing.
- Make sure all ropes are inspected and up to date.Rigging ropes to utilize while inspecting piping.
- Record all data and write a summery of work done for the day.
- Enhanced team efficiency by providing training and guidance on rope access techniques.
- Minimized risks associated with working at heights, implementing appropriate safety protocols and procedures.
- Delivered consistent results under pressure while working in challenging environments such as confined spaces or extreme weather conditions.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by adhering to applicable regulations during all tasks performed.
- Improved safety measures by conducting thorough equipment inspections and maintenance.
Rope Access Technician
Team Industries
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2015 - 04.2017
- X-Ray, Ultra Sonic Thickness, Positive Metal Thickness, Mag Testing, Penetrant Testing.
- Make sure all ropes are inspected and up to date.
- Rigging ropes to utilize while inspecting piping.
- Record all data and write a summery of work done for the day
- Enhanced team efficiency by providing training and guidance on rope access techniques.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between tasks within projects, contributing to the overall effectiveness of workflows in diverse contexts.
- Performed complex installations with precision in a timely manner, ensuring project deadlines were met.
- Increased project accuracy by carefully planning and executing rigging setups for various operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crescent City High School
Metairie, LA05.2011
Skills
- Distributive control systems software Honeywell Experion
- SAP: Notification and Work Orders
- OIS: operation Information System Management
- E-Rounds
- Electronic permitting
- SPP: Safe Practice Procedures
- Lockout and Tagout Processes
- P&ID's: Piping and Instruments Diagram Proficiency
- General OSHA and DOT Regulations
- Positive and engaging leader
- Encouraging teamwork and team building
- Respectful and detailed communicator
- Supports effective and proper utilization of Stop Work Authorities
- Problem solver and critical thinker
- Dependable and reliable
- Safety processes and oversigh
Timeline
PTS Process Operator
Venture Global LNG
06.2023 - Current
Chemical Process Operator
Dow Chemical
09.2022 - 06.2023
Chemical Process Operator
Koch Methanol
03.2022 - 09.2022
Phillips 66 Process Operator
Phillips 66
08.2018 - 03.2022
Rope Access Technician
Capital Ultrasonic
04.2017 - 08.2018
Rope Access Technician
Team Industries
03.2015 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Crescent City High School