Luke Doughty
Belle
Summary
Experienced Chemical Operator and Relief Team Leader with a strong focus on safety and team coordination. Successfully implemented process improvements and responded effectively to emergency situations, ensuring safe and efficient operations. I am committed to learning and improving myself to help my coworkers, and the company.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
DCS Board Operator
Arclin Amines
Belle
01.2025 - Current
- Operate DCS board to monitor chemical processes and ensure safe production.
- Conduct routine checks on equipment to maintain operational integrity.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding operational status and issues encountered.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Analyze process control trends and generate shift logs accordingly.
- Completed daily tank measurements, checked flow lines and recorded pressures.
- Inspected pipelines, tightened connections and lubricated valves.
Chemical Operator, Relief Team Leader
Kureha PGA
Belle
08.2021 - 01.2025
- Operated manual and automated valves for process needs and requirements.
- Performed piping inspections.
- Performed Pre-Start-Up Safety Reviews (PSSR).
- Supervised daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and team coordination.
- Conducted regular quality checks to maintain service standards and compliance.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance overall operational efficiency.
- Assigned tasks to team members based on their strengths and skill sets.
- Cleaned work areas, tanks, vessels, piping systems, filters and other related components as part of routine maintenance activities.
- Troubleshot problems occurring in the manufacturing process by performing corrective action when necessary.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving hazardous materials or equipment malfunctions.
- Adjusted process parameters as needed to maintain product quality specifications.
- Observed gauges, recording instruments and flowmeters to maintain specified conditions.
Union Operator/Construction Laborer
Triton Construction Group
Saint Albans
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, hammers, saws, when working on various parts of a bridge structure.
- Constructed wooden forms for pouring concrete footings.
- Removed debris from worksites after completing projects related to bridge construction or repairs.
- Installed guardrails, signs, and other protective devices to ensure the safety of pedestrians crossing bridges.
- Performed traffic control measures very safely.
- Certified in Traffic Control
Union Heavy Equipment Operator
Wiseman Excavating
Liberty
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Operated Various Pieces of Equipment on a Large Scale Drilling Project Including Excavators, Bulldozers, Soilmec Drill and Other Various Hand Tools.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Read prints, plans and bore logs to correctly target drilling operations.
- Adhered to company policies regarding safety protocols at ALL times.
Union Heavy Equipment Operator/Oiler
Precision Pipeline LLC
Eau Claire
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Operated heavy machinery for pipeline installation and maintenance tasks.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Lubricated machinery, equipment or engine parts.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans effectively.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety practices.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors to report project progress and issues.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
Belle, WV05-2016
Integrated Production Technologies
Carver Career Center
Rand, WV05-2016
Skills
- Process control
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Chemical handling
- Workflow optimization
- Team coordination
- Troubleshooting methods
- Emergency response
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Training and mentoring
- Attention to detail
- DCS system knowledge
- Knowledge of pipeline systems
- Knowledge of computers
- Knowledgeable and fluent with P&ID (blueprints)
- Strong work ethic
- Inspection proficiency
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
DCS Board Operator
Arclin Amines
01.2025 - Current
Chemical Operator, Relief Team Leader
Kureha PGA
08.2021 - 01.2025
Union Operator/Construction Laborer
Triton Construction Group
08.2020 - 08.2021
Union Heavy Equipment Operator
Wiseman Excavating
05.2020 - 08.2020
Union Heavy Equipment Operator/Oiler
Precision Pipeline LLC
04.2017 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
Integrated Production Technologies
Carver Career Center