Michael Filasek

Work History

Power Plant Equipment Operator IV

CLECO

04.2013 - Current

Providing recommendations for optimizing plant efficiency based on thorough understanding of operational capabilities and limitations.
Conducts operator rounds and provides oversight to a crew of workers, while ensuring detail to a full scope of plant operation to keep in compliance with safety, MISO, environmental, company standards & practices, etc.
Assisting other departments with a vast amount of system descriptions/design, equipment specifications/location, contributing practical insights and experience to the operational process of a power plant.
Maintains accurate records of equipment operation, enabling data-driven decision making and a practical culture for future process optimizations.
Ensures strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures, resulting in a decrease of workplace accidents and incidents.
Follows safety standards by conducting regular inspections and implementing necessary modifications to the power plant layout.
Documents plant activities in logs and detailed concerns and issues.
Practices a culture of power plant efficiency by monitoring and adjusting control systems for optimal performance.
Achieves consistent regulatory compliance with thorough documentation and reporting of operational activities.
Streamlines workflow processes for increased productivity, optimizing communication between departments and assigning tasks efficiently.
Maintains good system reliability by performing routine preventive maintenance on all equipment, minimizing unexpected failures and disruptions.
Gets active with others to create a culture of continuous improvement within the power plant, empowering team members to identify areas for potential enhancement and work together towards achieving shared goals.
Maintains a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and ongoing initiatives aimed at reducing workplace hazards.
Collaborates with other departments on projects to upgrade existing systems or install new components, enhancing overall plant capabilities.
Is involved with numerous employees past and present in training/reclass programs with information from hands on experience, personally condensed system descriptions and personally drawn/outlined P’&ID’s to promote a knowledgeable workforce capable of handling various plant operations competently and helping employees further their knowledge and development in their job classification.
Assigns tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, realizing productivity and workflow improvements.
Optimizes resource usage such as fuel mixture, limestone & hydrated lime usage, air blend etc., by implementing energy-saving measures throughout the facility, resulting in cost savings and reduced carbon footprint.
Involved heavily in troubleshooting efforts when encountering complex issues during plant operations, applying critical thinking skills to identify root causes quickly and implement effective solutions promptly to keep unit stability at a high level.
Efficiently maintain energy output with constant monitoring of boiler/turbine parameters, adjusting settings as needed to maintain optimal conditions.
Performs routine preventative maintenance on power plant equipment.
Responds immediately to emergency situations and takes proper procedures to minimize impacts.
Operates boilers, turbines and other power plant equipment.
Completes daily inspections and tests on plant equipment and documented findings.
Documents daily activities in internal system (L:drive, etc), and submitts timely shift reports.
Trains personnel on operation and maintenance of power plant equipment.
Diagnosed and resolved operational issues affecting power plant equipment function or performance.
Maintained power plant compliance with industry safety and environmental standards.
Promoted interdepartmental communication with employees, increasing speedy issue resolution.
Observed equipment in operation, system activities and control readouts on continuous basis.
Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain safe working environment.
Monitored control panel data to ensure plant operations were within parameters.
Tests water, steam,condensate etc., to check safety and within parameters.

Process Improvement Specialist

Plastipak Packaging Inc.

12.2003 - 04.2013

Trained others on the principles of safe work practices while doing work for process improvement, fostering the next generation of innovative problem solvers within the organization.
Managed project timelines and budget that was given effectively, ensuring timely completion of critical process improvements without sacrificing quality or scope.
Facilitated change management efforts, commissioning runs etc., ensuring smooth transitions during the implementation of new processes and systems.
Implemented data-driven strategies to monitor key performance indicators, leading to continuous process improvements.
Presented findings from process improvement initiatives to senior leadership, other plant facilities, R&D etc., securing buy-in for necessary changes across the organization.
Conducted root cause analysis to diagnose issues in existing processes, enabling targeted improvements for maximum impact and efficiency.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams such as doing run-offs of equipment that was to be outside purchased from a non-company owned equipment manufacturers, also within the company’s R&D facility with a board of design engineers, machinists and other equipment specialists to identify opportunities for process standardization and enhancement throughout the entire company. North/South America and Europe included.
Had hands on multi-craft experience with design, mechanical, electrical, (welding & machine work)fabrication of production equipment and/or the implement for the improvement that was being made to streamline production, make the equipment run/operate or increase efficiency.
Evaluated emerging technologies for potential integration into business operations, maximizing overall effectiveness and minimizing resource waste.
Streamlined workflow for increased productivity through thorough analysis and optimization of procedures.
Enhanced communication and collaboration between departments, ensuring a cohesive approach to process improvement efforts.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Power Plant Equipment Operator IV

Process Improvement Specialist

Education

Peabody Extended Campus Automotive Certificate - General Academic/Automotive Mechanical

Skills

Timeline

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