Tao Kim
Tampa, FL
Summary
Seasoned chemical plant operator with 9 years of expertise in boosting efficiency, optimizing processes, and ensuring safety compliance. Adept at achieving cost reductions and quality improvements, seeking to leverage industry knowledge in Precision Chemical Solutions.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Chemical Plant Operator
Precision Chemical Solutions
Tampa, FL
01/2022 - 08/2025
- Managed operations, boosting efficiency by 20%
- Ensured compliance with safety standards, reducing incidents by 30%
- Monitored equipment, achieving 15% cost reduction
Manufacturing Process Technician
Greenway Chemical Laboratory
Jacksonville, FL
01/2017 - 12/2021
- Optimized processes, enhancing productivity by 25%
- Led quality control, improving yield by 10%
- Implemented energy-saving measures, cutting costs by 15%
Production Operator
TexLab Industries
Tampa, FL
01/2014 - 12/2016
- Oversaw production lines, increasing throughput by 18%
- Coordinated with teams, streamlining operations by 12%
- Assisted in inventory management, reducing waste by 8%
Education
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Texas at Austin
May 2012
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Texas A&M University
May 2010
Skills
- Plant Operations Management
- Process Optimization
- Safety Compliance
- Quality Assurance
- Equipment Monitoring
- Efficiency Improvement
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Inventory Control
Certification
- Advanced Process Operator Certification - American Chemical Society
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - International Lean Six Sigma Institute
Languages
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
French
Beginner (A1)
Mandarin
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Chemical Plant Operator
Precision Chemical Solutions
01/2022 - 08/2025
Manufacturing Process Technician
Greenway Chemical Laboratory
01/2017 - 12/2021
Production Operator
TexLab Industries
01/2014 - 12/2016
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Texas A&M University