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Michael Sweatt

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with a strong ability to manage time effectively and solve problems. Recognized for reliability and adaptability, possesses a quick capacity to learn and apply new skills. Commitment lies in leveraging these qualities to drive team success and make valuable contributions to organizational growth.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DCS Operator/Analytical Specialist

Evonik
01.2020 - Current
  • Control various pieces of equipment and processes through DCS programming
  • Processes include Granulation of a liquid using a fluidized bed, Purification column, Distillation column, dissolution and multi reactor synthesis unit
  • Determine various changes to process based off of analytical results
  • Ensure safety of 3 outside operators
  • Perform weekly standardization of titration, scales, humidity, cam sizer, density meters and scales
  • Run various intermediate and Product Quality tests using titration, density meters, and scales
  • Keep lab 5S compliant
  • Lead various trials

1st Operator-Cold Rolling Mill

Outokumpu Stainless
03.2014 - 01.2024
  • Certified powered industrial truck and overhead crane operation
  • Utilized production schedules to bring material to their next area of processing
  • Kept records of and entered coil placements
  • Maintained proper coil storage policies and corrected unsafe instances
  • Leads with quarterly inventories
  • Leads in operation, maintenance, and housekeeping of a Cold Rolling Mill
  • Knowledge of material defects, what caused them, and where they were caused
  • Understanding of different grade materials and special procedures when processing them

Mechanic's Assistant

G.A. West & Co. Inc
10.2013 - 03.2014
  • Utilized a variation of tools and techniques to maintain, repair, or replace parts of a Hot Annealing and Pickling line
  • Completed an OSHA 10 hour safety class
  • Confined space and fire watch certified
  • Acquired knowledge on basic mechanical functions such as hydraulics and bearings

Assistant General Manager

Krystal Company
03.2012 - 10.2013
  • Trained new employees in proper food handling procedures and customer service
  • Maintained store records such as daily financials, weekly financials, inventories and personnel files
  • Assisted the General Manager in completing and implementing company wide goals and promotions
  • Experimented with product storage rearrangement to cut distance between storage and its final destination
  • Led bi-weekly inventory to track missing/stolen product
  • Started a bi monthly Kaizen meeting the come up with better ideas for product efficiency

AM Kitchen Manager

Big Time Diner
08.2006 - 03.2012
  • Implemented the goals and organizational priorities for the restaurant set by the GM
  • Oversaw a $55K per week restaurant
  • Supports the training initiatives for all kitchen personnel at the various work stations
  • Assisted with taking of inventory once weekly
  • Utilized tracking methods to determine product usage efficiency

Education

High school diploma -

Theodore High School
Theodore, AL
05.2007

Skills

  • Quality Assurance
  • Effective Communication
  • 5S Workplace Organization
  • Data Analysis
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Practical Laboratory Skills
  • Experienced with Software Tools
  • Operational Skills Development
  • Operational Oversight in Control Rooms
  • Safety Protocols
  • Risk Assessment in Plant Operations
  • Performance Evaluation

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma-White Belt Certification
  • 5S Train the Trainer Certification

Timeline

DCS Operator/Analytical Specialist

Evonik
01.2020 - Current

1st Operator-Cold Rolling Mill

Outokumpu Stainless
03.2014 - 01.2024

Mechanic's Assistant

G.A. West & Co. Inc
10.2013 - 03.2014

Assistant General Manager

Krystal Company
03.2012 - 10.2013

AM Kitchen Manager

Big Time Diner
08.2006 - 03.2012

High school diploma -

Theodore High School
Michael Sweatt