NICHOLAS ONION
Pennsville,NJ
Summary
Knowledgeable technician with strong background in operating and maintaining chemical plant equipment. Adept at ensuring safe production processes while adhering to regulatory standards. Proven ability to troubleshoot systems and maintain plant performance through teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemistry Technician
PSEG Nuclear
11.2023 - Current
- Conduct analyses to ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory standards.
- Collect samples and conduct water quality tests such as conductivity, silica, sodium, pH, TOC.
- Conduct routine sampling of drinking water and public water following standard operating procedures.
- Operate and monitor mechanical filters, softeners, and resin demineralizers (cation/anion/mixed bed)
- Assist in safe handling and transfer of chemicals and support management of bulk deliveries and day tanks.
CONSOLE TECHNICIAN
OXY VINYLS
07.2015 - 11.2023
- Troubleshoot equipment in the field during startup, steady-state and shutdown conditions.
- Proper shutdown and isolation of equipment for maintenance utilizing Try, Lock, Tag, and Try procedures
- Adjusted controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases.
- Routine readings of all process equipment
CHEMICAL OPERATOR
JOHNSON & JOHNSON
04.2014 - 07.2015
- Followed procedures for personal protective equipment for storage and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous materials
- Examined incoming materials and compared to SAP documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Recorded operating data such as temperature and pressure in vessels used for processes
INVENTORY CONTROl
MCLANE COMPANY INC
10.2011 - 04.2014
- Recorded shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
- Managed supply inventories while conducting monthly audits and rotating stock to protect product quality.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Energy Technology
Salem Community College
Carneys Point, NJ05.2011
Skills
- Handling of hazardous materials
- Experience in 24/7 plant operations
- Mechanical aptitude
- Lockout Tagout procedures
- Operational record keeping
- Equipment operation
- Problem-solving
- Efficient multitasking
Certification
- Blue Seal Refrigeration Engineer- NJ
- 24 Hour HAZWOPER
- 10 Hour OSHA card
Timeline
Chemistry Technician
PSEG Nuclear
11.2023 - Current
CONSOLE TECHNICIAN
OXY VINYLS
07.2015 - 11.2023
CHEMICAL OPERATOR
JOHNSON & JOHNSON
04.2014 - 07.2015
INVENTORY CONTROl
MCLANE COMPANY INC
10.2011 - 04.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Energy Technology
Salem Community College