Mike Waldrip
Baytown,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented leader focused on improving workplace safety and operational efficiency. Skilled in performance monitoring and conflict resolution, with a track record of enhancing team dynamics and achieving business objectives.
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in operations management and team leadership. Known for fostering collaboration, promoting workplace safety, and enhancing performance through effective coaching and mentorship. Committed to driving operational excellence and achieving strategic goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Team Lead
Shell Oil
Deer Park, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and safety compliance
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and career progression within the team
- Collaborated with management to establish strategic goals aligned with company objectives
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline operations and enhance teamwork
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful project execution while maintaining strong collaboration among team members.
- Managed risks and mitigated potential issues through proactive planning, monitoring, and timely decisionmaking.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Chemical Plant Operator
Shell Oil
Deer Park, TX
06.2007 - Current
- Operated and monitored chemical processing equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of machinery to prevent operational disruptions.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot process issues and implement effective solutions.
- Implemented safety protocols and procedures, enhancing workplace safety culture among staff.
- Participated in regular safety training sessions to stay current with industry best practices and reinforce company-wide commitment to safety excellence.
- Prepared detailed shift reports for management review, providing insight into daily operations, incidents, or deviations from normal conditions at the facility.
- Ensured safety compliance with strict adherence to industry regulations, company guidelines, and proper handling of hazardous materials.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions promptly to minimize disruption to production schedules and maintain optimal system performance.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication among team members and maintaining a strong focus on safety awareness.
- Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance checks on plant machinery and identifying potential issues.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
- Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Operated forklifts to move packaged materials and chemical supplies and load and unload trucks and railcars.
- Collected and tested [Type] samples to complete quality assurance testing and adjust process controls.
- Collaborated with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency and product quality.
Education
No Degree - Medical Technology
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LASkills
- Detail-oriented approach
- Effective conflict resolution
- Customer-oriented mindset
- Guidance and support
- Performance monitoring
- Quality control
- Workplace safety
- Schedule management
- Operations management
- Production monitoring
- Product management
- Key performance indicators
- Trend tracking
- Relationship building
- Task delegation
- Risk management
- Employee engagement
- Work assignment delegation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team supervision
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 11 staff members.
- Handled day to day scheduling requests for Chemical plant unit
- Skillful interactions with team members in uncomfortable situations
Received multiple monetary rewards for going the extra mile.
Languages
Thai
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Volunteer Travel
- Food Tourism
- Adventure Travel
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Cooking
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
- Gardening
- Camping
Timeline
Process Team Lead
Shell Oil
02.2023 - Current
Chemical Plant Operator
Shell Oil
06.2007 - Current
No Degree - Medical Technology
Delgado Community College