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Michelle Fry

Lake Charles

Summary


Control and Blend Operator with hands-on experience in monitoring, operating, and maintaining complex systems. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with ability to adapt to changing needs. Skilled in troubleshooting, system optimization, and ensuring safe and efficient operations. Known for reliability, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Technology Instructor

Sowela Technical Community College
04.2025 - Current


  • Delivered engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction, lab activities involving equipment found in refineries, and online learning systems.
  • Compiled relevant assignments to bolster student understanding of class concepts, including hands-on assignments.
  • Met with students outside of class to answer questions, explain difficult concepts, and address individual concerns.

Operator, Tank Farm

Phillips 66
08.2015 - 03.2025
  • Monitored tank inventories and operating parameters with precision.
  • Oversaw crude and product transfers to live and static storage tanks from off-site facilities and refinery units remotely.
  • Executed real-time transfers per shipping schedules via pipelines and docks to optimize operations.
  • Addressed alarms and made necessary adjustments and communications with outside operators.
  • Ensured compliance with safety and environmental regulations during hazardous product transfers to ship, barges, pipelines, and to refinery units.
  • Maintained pump and valve integrity while executing tank farm functions.
  • Oversaw gasoline blending operations to meet precise specifications and quality standards.
  • Upheld quality standards by collecting and evaluating samples from component tanks, light-end bullets, and final tanks.
  • Managed railcar loading, ensuring on-time deliveries.
  • Conducted shift-based inspections, troubleshooting issues proactively to minimize downtime.
  • Continuous communication with operations and outside customers to ensure safe and timely transfers of product.

Respiratory Therapist

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital & Women and Children's Hospital
03.2001 - 03.2015
  • Delivered critical care therapies and collaborated with healthcare teams to stabilize patients in high-pressure environments.

Middle School Math & Algebra I Teacher

Calcasieu Parish School Board, LeBlanc Middle School
08.2007 - 06.2014
  • Designed and delivered engaging curriculum, improving student performance in math and algebra.
  • Managed classroom environment and compliance with educational standards.

Education

Associate degree - Process Technology

Sowela Technical College (FastTrack)
Lake Charles, Louisiana
07.2015

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, Louisiana
12.2007

Skills

  • Product Transfers Via Pipeline
  • Real-Time Monitoring & Troubleshooting
  • Logistics and Railcar Loading
  • Inventory Monitoring and Control
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Safety Protocols & Hazard Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Excellent Communication
  • Problem Resolution
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Tank Farm Management
  • TWIC
  • PI, SAP, Dynamo, OIS Action Items, LIMS
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Timeline

Process Technology Instructor

Sowela Technical Community College
04.2025 - Current

Operator, Tank Farm

Phillips 66
08.2015 - 03.2025

Middle School Math & Algebra I Teacher

Calcasieu Parish School Board, LeBlanc Middle School
08.2007 - 06.2014

Respiratory Therapist

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital & Women and Children's Hospital
03.2001 - 03.2015

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

McNeese State University

Associate degree - Process Technology

Sowela Technical College (FastTrack)

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