Lance Whittington
Hammond,LA
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in equipment management and safety compliance. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and fostering teamwork and communication. Maintains operational standards and ensures high-quality production outcomes, emphasizing accountability and commitment to worksite safety.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Boilermaker
Brown & Brown
Garyville, Louisiana
02.2025 - Current
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all operational tasks.
- Followed safety procedures and protocols to minimize equipment mishaps.
- Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
- Tested equipment for proper operation following repairs or maintenance activities.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project timelines efficiently.
Operator
Dow Chemical Company
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Managed equipment and machinery to ensure efficient, safe, and consistent operation.
- Monitored production data, making adjustments as needed for optimal performance.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment to maintain operational standards.
- Executed tasks safely, including proper PPE usage for self and colleagues.
- Communicated effectively with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues.
- Assisted in work permitting preparations while adhering to safety practices.
Electrical
Turner Industries
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Test and troubleshoot existing systems in need of maintenance or repair.
- Performed routine maintenance and worked with the electrician to troubleshoot motors and controls.
- Demonstrated 100% accountability by arriving early and prepared to work.
- Effective communications skills coronating with operations.
Production Operator
Intralox
Hammond, La
02.2021 - 10.2023
- Conduct product quality checks throughout shifts.
- Maintain machinery and unit operations without direct supervision.
- Make adjustments to process temperatures, pressures and feed as needed. Shift work with overtime.
- Perform routine rounds on unit equipment and machinery.
- Maintain accurate transactions of finished goods and scrap material.
- Maintain high housekeeping standards within the work factory.
- Participate in safety and shift change reports.
- Maintain a safe and clean work post.
Environmental Technician
Elos Environmental
Hammond, La
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Directed and supervised activities of workers in field environments.
- Applied critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft for daily, weekly, and monthly reporting.
- Supervise contracts and manage contract workers.
- Completed all Microsoft spreadsheets and documentation for upcoming work and completed work.
Education
Associate - Process Technology
River Parish Community College
02.2026
High School Diploma -
Springfield high school
Springfield, la05.2019
NCCER - Instrumentation and Electrical
River Parish Community College
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Task prioritization
- Contributions to projects
- Worksite safety practices
- PPE knowledge
- Troubleshooting skills
- Self-management
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
Education Certifications
- High School Diploma, 05/01/19, Springfield high school,
- Overhead crane certification
- Forklift
- CPR
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Powerpoint)
- Instrumentation and Electrical (level 1), River Parish Community College
- Process Technology, River Parish Community College, current
Timeline
Boilermaker
Brown & Brown
02.2025 - Current
Operator
Dow Chemical Company
04.2024 - 02.2025
Electrical
Turner Industries
10.2023 - 04.2024
Production Operator
Intralox
02.2021 - 10.2023
Environmental Technician
Elos Environmental
08.2020 - 01.2021
Associate - Process Technology
River Parish Community College
High School Diploma -
Springfield high school
NCCER - Instrumentation and Electrical
River Parish Community College