Michael Gonzales
Victoria,TX
Summary
Analyzer Technician with strong background in calibration and emissions monitoring. Skilled in developing standard operating procedures and training modules. Demonstrated success in optimizing processes to improve operational efficiency.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Analyzer Technician
Formosa Plastics
Point Comfort, TX
10.2014 - Current
- Provided complex wide maintenance support on various analyzer systems including gas chromatographs, mass spectrometers, liquid analyzing of calcium, magnesium, chlorine and silica, as well as various CEMS systems.
- Primary custodian of analyzers in chlor/alkali, ethylene glycol, and utilities units. Responsible for control, interlock, and emissions monitoring systems on various process systems.
- Creating training modules, diagrams, and SOPs to assist in training technicians. Participated in turn-arounds and startups of EG, Olefins, VCM, PVC, Utilities, Chlor Alkali, and marine traffic units that included installing and commissioning new systems.
- Familiar with Servomex, Siemens, Yokogawa, Thermo Fisher, California Analytical, HACH, ABB, Ametek, and various other analyzers and sample systems.
Project Manager
Clegg Industries
Victoria, TX
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Worked with Department of State customers to design and create custom trailer and container solutions.
Applications Engineer
Harris Radio Corporation`
Rochester, NY
01.2006 - 09.2013
- Assisted in the design, testing and implementation of radio solutions to the U.S. Army.
- Managed a team of technicians that supported field offices in Iraq and Afghanistan with training, technical, and maintenance support
- Managed a field office in Killeen, TX that provided systems support to Ft. Hood and U.S. Army units throughout the Western U.S.
Field Engineer
Bae Systems Inc.
Spring Lake, NC
07.2005 - 12.2005
- Designed and implemented communications solutions for the 82nd Airborne Division and Special Operations units
Radio Operator Maintainer
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
08.1988 - 07.2005
- Supervised a team of radio operators that provided tactical radio communications for the 82nd Airborne Division Commander and staff through multiple field exercises and three deployments in support of OIF/OEF.
- Designed and implemented radio solutions that were used throughout the 82nd Airborne Division and later adapted for systems by civilian vendors that are still in use.
- Acted as a subject matter expert and trainer delivering support to the entire 82nd Airborne Division and coalition forces.
Education
Electronics Maintenance
U.S. Army
Fort Gordon, GA06-1998
Skills
- Analyzer calibration
- Gas chromatography and mass spectrometry
- Emissions monitoring and reporting
- Standard operating procedure development
- Process optimization strategies
- Technical documentation creation
- Training program development
- System implementation and integration
Timeline
Analyzer Technician
Formosa Plastics
10.2014 - Current
Project Manager
Clegg Industries
09.2013 - 09.2014
Applications Engineer
Harris Radio Corporation`
01.2006 - 09.2013
Field Engineer
Bae Systems Inc.
07.2005 - 12.2005
Radio Operator Maintainer
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.1988 - 07.2005
Electronics Maintenance
U.S. Army