Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline
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Kyle McAfee

Shipman,IL

Summary

Skilled production operator with a background in diverse manufacturing environments. Possess strong understanding of production processes and quality control measures, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and implement process improvements, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency. Committed to maintaining high standards of workmanship and contributing positively to team dynamics. Equipped with extensive safety knowledge in the industry, and demonstrated results.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operator/ HSE Resource

Wood River Refinery
Wood River, IL
06.2007 - Current
  • I have overseen 30-plus turnarounds, projects, and outages in the Aromatics East department as a Turnaround Coordinator.
  • Worked for 2 years as a front-line supervisor, overseeing daily operations, as well as turnarounds, projects, and outages.
  • Proficient in LOTO, decontamination of equipment, and planning work.
  • Participated in the development of Injury and Illness Prevention Programs.
  • Trained new and current employees on ways to reduce incidents and eliminate hazards.
  • Supervised safety audits and oversaw investigations into plant issues, and incidents.
  • Conducted safety training and education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
  • Conducted area inspections and audits, recorded findings, and recommended corrective actions.
  • Provided guidance on safe work practices for mobile elevated platforms.

Laborer/ Operator

Dynegy Power Generations
Wood River, IL
02.2005 - 05.2007
  • Operated coal yard equipment to move material for power generation.
  • Performed LOTO for maintenance and on broken equipment.
  • Worked on preventive maintenance for coal yard machines, mechanical equipment, and electrical equipment.
  • Set up and operated machinery according to specific needs and requirements for the company.

Electrician

RJ Electrical Services
Plainview, IL
07.2003 - 02.2005
  • Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
  • Performed troubleshooting and fixes on malfunctioning systems or components.
  • Coordinated and executed installation of electrical wiring and fixtures according to job specifications and local codes.
  • Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project demands and building codes.

LAAD Gunner

USMC, United States Marine Corps
New Bern, NC
03.1999 - 06.2003
  • Managed and executed operations on complex electrical guidance systems for Stinger missile and Avenger weapon systems.
  • Trained and certified junior Marines on the safe handling of live ordnance.
  • Worked as a range safety officer on the live fire missile range and rifle range.

Education

Electrical Certification

Lewis And Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL

Welding Certification

Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL

Skills

  • Turnaround management
  • Work planning
  • Equipment operation
  • Risk assessment
  • Organizational skills
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Problem solving
  • Training and development
  • Team leadership
  • Safety leadership

Certification

OSHA 30 certified

3M fall protection equipment certified

Qualified JLG/Scissor lift instructor

Accomplishments

  • Built and commissioned Climate control shacks to distribute though out the refinery.
  • Resourced and built remote Electronic work permitting stations for ease of operations during turnaround times.
  • Helped organize and run day to day operations at the safety center.
  • Worked to assist with changes to policies and procedures.
  • Trained and worked as part of the BEES program to improve safety in the field.
  • Member of the area safety team, and the joint heath and safety program.

Affiliations

  • Owner/ Operator of Creeks Edge Farm.
  • Coach youth football, and baseball.
  • I am a member of several committees and boards in my local area to improve the community.

Timeline

Operator/ HSE Resource

Wood River Refinery
06.2007 - Current

Laborer/ Operator

Dynegy Power Generations
02.2005 - 05.2007

Electrician

RJ Electrical Services
07.2003 - 02.2005

LAAD Gunner

USMC, United States Marine Corps
03.1999 - 06.2003

Electrical Certification

Lewis And Clark Community College

Welding Certification

Southwestern Illinois College
Kyle McAfee