LOGAN CHIASSON
Thibodaux,USA
Summary
Committed to continuous learning and applying expertise to enhance team and company performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Operator
Dow Chemical Company
Taft, LA
09.2022 - Current
- Utilized Honeywell system to operate and monitor assigned plant equipment, ensuring optimal safety and operational efficiency.
- Monitored and carried out operational tasks detailed in operations dashboard (OPD) tasks list, focusing on maximizing plant performance.
- Monitored shift operations to swiftly identify and resolve unplanned events, escalating significant issues to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Monitored and assessed process equipment and control systems through routine field checks to maintain seamless operations.
- Assessed critical performance indicators to refine processes and achieve alignment with overall business strategies.
- Monitored and evaluated operational practices to guarantee compliance with established discipline policies and safety protocols.
- Engaged with shift team members to align responsibilities and guarantee on-time completion of all assigned tasks.
- Coordinated shift relief processes to promote clear communication and sustain operational effectiveness.
- Maintained qualifications in designated areas while actively pursuing training to bridge knowledge gaps.
- Guided new and existing operators through mentorship, fostering improved competency and overall team performance.
- Facilitated preliminary investigations and root cause analyses, focusing on identifying process enhancements and preventing future issues.
- Analyzed current processes and implemented targeted improvements to drive operational excellence within the plant.
- Performed routine maintenance and minor repairs independently, following established protocols to enhance equipment reliability and longevity.
- Participated in emergency response activities as a member of fire emergency response team (ERT), prioritizing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Compiled and presented operational data to inform strategic decisions and improve efficiency.
- Analyzed plant operations and implemented troubleshooting strategies to enhance overall performance and reliability.
- Analyzed and utilized discretionary time to drive improvements in plant efficiency and support sustainable practices.
Loading Operator
Arkema Coating Resin
Hahnville, LA
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Monitoring loading of various water products to maintain an acceptable flow of material to trailers and / or railcars.
- Allocating and coordinating trailers for transportation from the loading station to the staging yard.
- Cleaning and replacing sock filters to prevent loss of flow.
- Maintaining clean loading lanes to prevent cross contamination.
- Working closely with control board operator to maintain operations.
- Maintaining accurate and efficient compliance with standard operating procedures to execute assigned tasks.
Railcar Loader
Petroleum Service Corporation / DOW
Taft, LA
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Achieved seamless transfer of ethylene oxide, enhancing operational flow. Successfully loaded ethylene oxide railcars, contributing to timely deliveries. Promoted adherence to safety regulations, minimizing risk during loading activities.
- Directed precise alignment and securing of railcars on loading racks, focusing on product safety and containment.
- Executed comprehensive inspections and leak checks on railcars and equipment, ensuring operational reliability and safety prior to each transfer.
- Monitored HSE compliance and implemented quality control measures to guarantee product integrity and safety.
Process Operator
Stora Enso Biomaterial's
Raceland, LA
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Performed detailed laboratory analyses, including titrations, conductivity, pH, moisture, and chloride testing, to maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Administered systematic procedures for initiating and concluding equipment operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Monitored and analyzed operational trends to enhance process stability and prevent disruptions.
- Engaged with process control engineers to adjust and calibrate valves, pumps, and instruments, ensuring improved efficiency in process operations.
- Implemented adjustments to control mechanisms for precise regulation of temperature, pressure, and flow in liquid and gas processes, ensuring successful operational outcomes.
- Evaluated and authorized safe work permits for field operators, prioritizing safety and operational efficiency.
- Designed and affixed lockout/tagout devices to effectively isolate processes during operational entries.
- Monitored and documented critical parameters including flow, pressure, and temperature during inspections, while detecting any anomalies or potential leaks.
- Reviewed and comprehended P&IDs to enhance troubleshooting efforts and optimize lot operations.
- Conducted thorough reviews and modifications of standard operating procedures, ensuring alignment with management of change standards.
- Achieved seamless plant operations through effective management of water tube boilers, water softener systems, cooling towers, and air compressors. Enhanced system performance by implementing proactive maintenance strategies. Contributed to operational excellence by resolving equipment issues promptly.
- Executed treatment plant operations with anaerobic bacteria to optimize methane production and effectively control emissions impacting the environment.
- Oversaw ion exchange systems, employing SAC, WBA, and SBA resins to ensure optimal impurity removal from operational workflows.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations while managing the handling and offloading of hazardous chemicals and gases, such as acids, caustics, and CO2.
- Oversaw operation of various chemical processing equipment, including purge columns, scrubbers, heat exchangers, reactors, pumps, and centrifuges, to maintain optimal production processes.
Education
Process Technology Associate Degree - undefined
River Parishes Community College
High School - undefined
Thibodaux High School
01.2013
Skills
- Cultivated strong interpersonal skills to foster effective communication and collaboration
- Applied critical thinking skills to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions
- Executed problem-solving strategies to identify and resolve operational challenges
- Facilitated collaborative efforts among team members to achieve project goals
- Facilitated effective communication strategies to enhance team collaboration
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting to changing priorities and environments
- Executed strategic decision-making processes to enhance operational efficiency
- Assisted in organizing team meetings to facilitate project discussions Supported project coordination efforts to maintain timelines Helped maintain documentation for project tracking
- Demonstrated strong leadership capabilities by guiding teams towards achieving strategic objectives
- Monitored and ensured compliance with mobile certification standards
- Validated and certified digital computer systems to ensure compliance with industry standards
- Achieved certification in ABB computer systems, demonstrating technical proficiency
- Oversaw coordination of shift activities to enhance team productivity
- Operated locomotives to ensure safe and efficient transportation of goods and passengers
- Operated yard mule to facilitate efficient transportation of materials within the facility
- Obtained forklift certification to ensure safe and efficient material handling operations
- Conducted thorough inspections of railcars to ensure compliance with safety standards
- Obtained TWIC card to ensure compliance with security regulations in transportation sectors
- Obtained certification in rail switching operations to enhance safety and efficiency
- Contributed as a key member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) to enhance organizational safety protocols
- Expertly operated Honeywell board system to ensure optimal performance and reliability
Timeline
Associate Operator
Dow Chemical Company
09.2022 - Current
Loading Operator
Arkema Coating Resin
06.2021 - 09.2022
Railcar Loader
Petroleum Service Corporation / DOW
02.2021 - 06.2021
Process Operator
Stora Enso Biomaterial's
10.2018 - 01.2021
Process Technology Associate Degree - undefined
River Parishes Community College
High School - undefined
Thibodaux High School