Lucas Nance
Lumberton ,NC
Summary
I bring with me over 5 years of experience running a process and HMI screen . I have much hands-on experience operating chemical processing as well as spray coating equipment in regulated manufacturing environments. Skilled in preparing and mixing chemical solutions and coating formulas to meet viscosity, adhesion, and quality specifications. My work history also includes setting up, calibrating, and adjusting spray systems, conveyors, mixers, pumps, and production lines for consistent performance. Proven ability to identify and correct process and coating defects, perform routine maintenance, and maintain accurate production and quality documentation while keeping safety first. Proficient in performing in-process quality checks, maintaining accurate production as well as proper batch documentation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Plant Operator
Montauk Renewables
08.2026 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of plant machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Trained and mentored junior operators on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance production efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Monitored plant performance metrics to identify areas for operational enhancement.
- Read,Write and follow SOPs, MOCs as well as preform LOTO and permits
- Preform task/ take samples as well as run HMI computers and record data and track trends
- Understand and learn processes and follow after protocol
Lincoln Insulation
02.2026 - Current
- Work experience under Lincoln Insulation includes the following;
- Insulation installation
- Measuring and cutting materials accurately
- Attic, wall, and crawl space insulation
- Equipment set up and maintenance
- Problem solving on job sites
- Reading blueprints and job specs
Hexion
11.2024 - 02.2026
- Work experience under Hexion includes the following;
- Chemical processing and equipment operation & monitoring
- Batch processing, material blending & Making raw material for reactor charging
- Chemical preparation and viscosity control
- In-process sampling & quality testing (pH, viscosity, composition)
- Production documentation, batch records & data logging
The Chemours Company
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Work experience under Chemours includes the following;
- Operated manual and automated spray-coating systems
- Coating like setup and conveyor system operations
- Chemical adjustments and proper handling
- Defect identification and corrective coating procedures
Education
Associate of Science - Science
Bladen Community College
Bladenboro, NCSkills
- Attention to detail
- Communication & team collaboration
- Equipment setup, calibration & adjustment
- In-process quality control & sampling
- Process monitoring & control
- HMI setup and how to run an HMI screen
- LOTO
- OSHA 10 Certificate
- Regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA)
- Time management
- Chemical mixing formulation
- Batch processing and material blending
- Defect indication and correction
- Raw material handling and transfer
- Sample collection and documentation
Timeline
Lead Plant Operator
Montauk Renewables
08.2026 - Current
Lincoln Insulation
02.2026 - Current
Hexion
11.2024 - 02.2026
The Chemours Company
01.2023 - 10.2024
Associate of Science - Science
Bladen Community College