Manuel Riggins
Temple,Texas
Summary
Plant operations professional with experience setting up, calibrating, and operating production machinery while tracking equipment status and quality checks. Supports material handling, maintains detailed logs, and adapts across shifts to help keep work moving safely and on schedule.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator 1- Night Shift 2nd in Command
Atlas Energy Solutions
Orla, Texas
03.2025 - Current
- Operated Atlas Energy Solutions sand processing equipment during daily plant operations.
- Monitored conveyor systems, screens, and pumps to ensure optimal production flow for Atlas Energy Solutions.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of the company.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Inspected equipment for safety hazards and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Followed Atlas Energy Solutions safety procedures and workplace environmental standards.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Documented operational checks and equipment status to maintain accurate records for Atlas Energy Solutions.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate production and material handling tasks.
- Achieved team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to effectively meet demand.
- Used daily system logs to document production information and discuss issues with management.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
- Ensured control panel indicators were functioning correctly to maintain safety and efficiency. and gauges during equipment operation.
Assistant Caterer
Oilfield Catering
Carlsbad, New Mexico
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted in the transportation of cooks on site to frac/rigs in Texas and New Mexico
- Maintained trucks and cooking equipment used for various meal preparations.
- Resolved logistical challenges related to rig locations to ensure timely service.
- Followed safety protocols during operations by consistently wearing protective gear.
- Performed daily lifting of over 50 pounds to assist in equipment setup for meal service. daily with equipment needed for setting up and down at cooksite locations.
- Supported remote-site catering teams with meal prep and service to efficiently serve field crews.
Transportation
Cedar Crest Hospital
Belton, TX
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Facilitated transportation of patients across state lines from apprehension to custody, appointments, and home travel.
- Coordinated with nursing and other departments to ensure seamless patient care.
- Resolved challenging situations involving difficult patients through effective problem-solving.
- Implemented safety protocols during operations by ensuring the use of protective gear.
- Protected sensitive patient data to ensure compliance with confidentiality standards. related to patient operations while maintaining confidentiality standards.
Front Desk Agent/Night Audit
Shady Villa Inn
Salado, TX
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Provided exceptional customer service to all guests and ensured their satisfaction throughout their stay.
- Resolved guest complaints and issues promptly, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with Maintenance and Housekeeping to address guest needs, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Ensured accurate collection of payment upon check-in through use of proper cash handling techniques.
- Ensured confidentiality of all guest information obtained during registration, fostering trust and privacy.
- Performed daily audit of cash drawers, credit card transactions, and account postings.
Front Desk Agent/ Night Audit
Home 2 Suites
Temple, Texas
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service to all guests and ensured their satisfaction throughout their stay.
- Resolved guest complaints efficiently, collaborating with maintenance and housekeeping to address concerns and enhance overall guest satisfaction.
- Processed guest payments accurately using a property management system and software applications, ensuring seamless transactions.
- Ensured accurate collection of payment upon check-in through use of proper cash handling techniques.
- Audited cash drawers, credit card transactions, and account postings daily to maintain financial accuracy and accountability.
Fugitive Recovery Agent
Texas Prisoner Transportation Division
Tyler, Texas
06.2011 - 09.2012
- Transported arrested individuals from apprehension scenes to custody, ensuring compliance with legal and safety protocols.
- Followed safety protocols during apprehension operations, ensuring the use of protective gear.
- Managed confidential information related to fugitive recovery operations, safeguarding sensitive data to uphold confidentiality standards.
- Resolved challenging situations and addressed difficult clients—enhancing communication and fostering cooperation.
Direct Support Staff Member
Daybreak
Temple, TX
01.2009 - 04.2011
- Provided direct support to individuals with mental and physical disabilities, utilizing strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Supported clients in developing independent living skills, including meal preparation, money management, personal hygiene, and transportation planning for improved daily functioning.
- Assessed clients' health status and reported changes or concerns to supervisors or healthcare providers to ensure timely intervention.
- Organized recreational activities to enhance clients' socialization skills and promote community engagement.
- Transported clients safely to appointments or outings in accordance with agency policies.
Direct Support Staff Member
Educare
Temple, TX
02.2008 - 01.2009
- Provided direct support to individuals with mental and physical disabilities, utilizing strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Supported clients in developing independent living skills, including meal preparation, money management, personal hygiene, and transportation planning.
- Coordinated recreational activities for clients to enhance socialization skills and community engagement.
- Ensured safe transportation of clients to appointments and outings, adhering to agency policies.
- Conducted assessments on client's health status and reported any changes or concerns to supervisor or healthcare provider
Correctional Officer
TDCJ
Beeville, TX
03.2007 - 02.2008
- Managed interactions with challenging inmates, enhancing facility safety.
- Communicated effectively to de-escalate volatile situations in the facility.
- Conducted searches, shakedowns, head counts and pat downs to maintain order within the facility.
- Performed observation duties in housing units, ensuring compliance with facility rules.
- Administered daily inmate counts and documented for accurate recordkeeping.
Skills
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Machine operations
- Conveyor system monitoring
- Equipment calibration techniques
- Preventive maintenance practices
- Regulatory Compliance
- Production reporting standards
- Materials handling techniques
- Vehicle operation
- Road Safety Knowledge
- Problem-Solving
- Team collaboration
- Personnel Engagement
- Passenger Care
- Equipment calibration techniques
Timeline
Operator 1- Night Shift 2nd in Command
Atlas Energy Solutions
03.2025 - Current
Assistant Caterer
Oilfield Catering
09.2024 - 03.2025
Transportation
Cedar Crest Hospital
11.2023 - 09.2024
Front Desk Agent/Night Audit
Shady Villa Inn
07.2022 - 11.2023
Front Desk Agent/ Night Audit
Home 2 Suites
05.2020 - 07.2022
Fugitive Recovery Agent
Texas Prisoner Transportation Division
06.2011 - 09.2012
Direct Support Staff Member
Daybreak
01.2009 - 04.2011
Direct Support Staff Member
Educare
02.2008 - 01.2009
Correctional Officer
TDCJ
03.2007 - 02.2008