Kevin Dearth
Belpre,OH
Summary
Accomplished Process Operator and Manufacturing Production Supervisor with a proven track record at Celanese, adept in equipment maintenance and team building. Excelled in enhancing quality control and lean manufacturing processes, leading to significant operational efficiencies. Skilled in driving team performance and maintaining rigorous safety protocols, I bring a dynamic blend of hard and soft skills to achieve excellence.
Dedicated to keeping manufacturing operations efficient and safe. Results-driven and focused with in-depth understanding of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. Knowledgeable about health, safety and environmental practices, as well as safety gear and emergency response protocols.
Safety-oriented maintenance worker offering several years of troubleshooting and repair expertise. Dedicated and reliable with skills in problem solving, general plumbing and electrical work. Team-oriented with commitment to completing tasks on-time and under budget.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Maintenance Worker
Marietta Industrial Enterprises Inc.
Marietta, OH
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs.
- Performed repairs on plumbing, electrical systems, and HVAC units.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards across all work areas.
- Painted interior walls using appropriate paints to maintain a neat appearance.
- Repaired minor plumbing issues such as clogged toilets and leaking faucets.
- Performed general cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and waxing floors.
- Inspected the interior and exterior of buildings for any signs of damage or needed repair.
- Handled routine cosmetic updates such as painting walls and replacing outdated fixtures.
- Assisted in the installation, repair, and replacement of various components such as doors, windows, locks, plumbing fixtures, electrical wiring, wall coverings and flooring.
- Completed minor electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
Process Operator
Celanese
Washington, WV
11.2021 - 04.2025
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Operated all equipment in accordance to company directions.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations regarding hazardous materials handling.
- Maintained departmental equipment and contacted maintenance for service and repairs.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Operated process equipment such as pumps, reactors, and distillation columns to maintain production flow.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Evaluated product samples to measure quality control standards.
- Provided training and guidance to junior staff members on proper operation procedures.
- Kept facility in compliance with established HSE requirements.
- Monitored gauges and meters to ensure optimal operation of the plant.
- Managed inventory of raw materials and finished goods within the plant facility.
- Created work orders for repairs or replacements when necessary.
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
OnBoard
Washington, WV
04.2015 - 11.2021
- Conducted performance reviews to identify and rectify areas for skill improvement.
- Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
- Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining efficient workplace.
- Evaluated performance of employees on a regular basis to identify areas for improvement.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity.
- Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product process and equipment problems.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
- Kept records of employees' attendance and working hours for accurate calculation of billable cycle.
- Resolved employee issues or grievances related to safety, productivity, or morale issues.
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.
Education
GED -
Washington County Career Center
Marietta, OH10-2020
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
- Process operation
- Hazardous material handling
- Inventory management
- Machine calibration
- Data analysis
- Team building
- Employee training
- Safe operating practices
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Lean manufacturing
- Proficient in Excel
- Equipment operation
- Mechanical aptitude
- Heavy lifting
- Maintenance
- Waste management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Control room operations
- Housekeeping skills
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Standard operating procedures
- Math skills
- Supply monitoring
Timeline
Building Maintenance Worker
Marietta Industrial Enterprises Inc.
04.2025 - Current
Process Operator
Celanese
11.2021 - 04.2025
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
OnBoard
04.2015 - 11.2021
GED -
Washington County Career Center