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Omar Charres

Gilbert,AZ

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Brightmark Energy, adept in Six Sigma methodologies and excelling in team development. Spearheaded plant commissioning projects, enhancing operational efficiency by implementing strategic improvements and cost control measures. Renowned for engineering expertise and a talent for nurturing high-performing teams, consistently achieving beyond set goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Readiness Manager/Commmisioning Manager

Brightmark Energy
San Francisco, CA
04.2023 - Current
  • Inspected production, quality control and maintenance reports to detect and address production problems.
  • Provided top product quality control and inventory management resulting in reduced downtime and maximized revenue.
  • Reviewed quality control reports monitoring various aspects.
  • Mitigated production issue risks by identifying potential problems and taking effective action.
  • Learned how to respond to emergency situations to prevent personal injuries and property damage.
  • Identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
  • Contributed to new plant startup and implementation of processes for manufacturing, shipping and receiving and inventory management.
  • Negotiated materials with suppliers to remain within budget.
  • Liaised between senior plant management and line-level supervision to maintain open communications.
  • Troubleshot and resolved problems with equipment and programmable logic controller systems.
  • Oversaw production budget and approved expenditures to direct spending.
  • Assigned staff, materials and funds throughout project lifecycle.
  • Led regular stand-up meetings, Scrums and continuous improvement projects with measurable goals.
  • Kept permits current and accurate for legally-sound operations.
  • Read and interpreted meter numbers each shift to check operability of gas retrieval systems.
  • Documented gas collection activities to meet company and regulatory requirements.
  • Diagnosed and performed troubleshooting for problems with gas collection systems.

Operations & Maintenance Manager RNG

Brightmark Energy
San Francisco, CA
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
  • Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
  • Managed team of employees, daily progress reports and overall project planning.
  • Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
  • Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
  • Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
  • Planned incentive programs to maximize employee performance.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained budgeting documents for accurate tracking of expenses.
  • Conducted performance reviews for direct reports and provided feedback for improvement opportunities.

Plant Manager - 5 Points RNG Facility

Maas Energy Works
Riverdale, CA
02.2021 - 04.2022
  • Improved workflow processes to maximize efficiency and enhance operations.
  • Promoted high-quality daily production by enforcing product standards and monitoring level of quality.
  • Planned, directed and coordinated operations for production, machinery and processing within company policies and procedures.
  • Oversaw employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
  • Adjusted and improved processes to maximize efficiency.
  • Increased plant safety by implementing proactive strategies and well-structured training.
  • Evaluated and coordinated results of production and supported departments to ensure effective use of labor, materials and equipment resources for production.
  • Eliminated materials waste and unnecessary labor hours to reduce costs.
  • Documented and evaluated data about all aspects of production to assess areas in need of improvement.
  • Created and oversaw viable strategies for continuous improvement.
  • Improved quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
  • Developed and implemented new training program that focused on production quality, food safety and staff safety.
  • Developed strategic programs and devised key plans that affected the direction of the business.

Maintenance Manager/ Operations Manager

Green Gas Partners, Pinnacle Art, Amp Americas RNG
Maricopa, AZ
02.2017 - 02.2021
  • Maintained Six-3.2mg anaerobic digesters and related auxiliary equipment.
  • Managed the Morrow Amine Gas Upgrading System and Iron Chalet feed system.
  • Managed the Greenlane Gas Upgrading System (water wash).
  • Managed the Laboratory and the sampling.
  • COD, BOD, VS/TS, VFA/ALK and PH testing on a daily basis.
  • Trained new operators on the newly developed SCADA system.
  • Extensive knowledge of Pneumatic Valves, pumps, and chopper pumps.
  • Extensive knowledge of gas compressors that yield up to 1000PSI.
  • Extensive AD expertise with using co-feed materials such as fats, oils, grease and other biodegradable materials.
  • Managed a seeding and a feeding plan for the digesters.
  • Administer and enforce our maintenance agreements and objectives to the operations staff.
  • Established cooperative relationships with coworker, operations staff, vendor, contractors, and owners.
  • Created work orders and prioritizes urgency of plant equipment repairs and cost associated with such repairs Implements operator and operations management training programs.
  • Performs Activity Hazard Analysis, and Pre-Job Briefs and reads, understands, and abides by all Health and Safety rules, regulations, and policies Create monthly inventory and run a machine shop at the facility.
  • Ordered all spare parts, lubrication and consumables for the plant.
  • Communicates effectively, both written and verbally with supervisors, coworkers, and owners Knowledge of wastewater facilities and different processes surrounding a wastewater treatment plant.

Lead Plant Operator

Pinal Energy LLC.
Maricopa, AZ
01.2014 - 02.2017
  • Communicated effectively with operators and supervisors on technical level.
  • Performed tests and maintenance using specific instruments, equipment and tools.
  • Followed EPA and OSHA regulations to maintain safety of water and personnel.
  • Made sound and logical judgments regarding process changes.
  • Interpreted results of process control analysis and made adjustments to optimize plant performance.
  • Maintained proper chemical inventories.
  • Documented and recorded critical metrics in database related to pressure, temperature, level and flow data to maintain and update accurate repair logs.
  • Maintained correct temperature, levels and pressures on process systems and equipment.
  • Recorded operating data on daily work sheets from laboratory analysis and flow metering equipment.
  • Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.

Education

PMP Certification -

Certification
04-2024

Bachelor of Science - Finance

New York University- Stern School of Business
New York, NY
01.2000

Some College (No Degree) - Waste Water Treatment And Collections

Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ

Skills

  • Six Sigma understanding
  • Construction Management
  • Experience in Plant Commissioning
  • Procurement Specialist
  • Team building and development
  • Cost control improvements
  • Training programs
  • Project coordination
  • Schedule management
  • Production planning
  • Strategic thinker
  • Safety management
  • New employee hiring
  • Maintenance planning
  • Experienced engineering knowledge
  • Troubleshooting specialist
  • Performance Management
  • Employee Training
  • Program Development

Accomplishments

  • NASD Series 6, 63, 7, 9 & 10 Professional Licenses Studying for
  • CMRP (Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional) certification.
  • Anaerobic Digestion Operator Course – Michigan State University
  • Membership Water Environmental Federation, 12/5/2021.

Certification

HVAC Certification and license – Universal Technician; R410A Certified

Timeline

Operations Readiness Manager/Commmisioning Manager

Brightmark Energy
04.2023 - Current

Operations & Maintenance Manager RNG

Brightmark Energy
04.2022 - 04.2023

Plant Manager - 5 Points RNG Facility

Maas Energy Works
02.2021 - 04.2022

Maintenance Manager/ Operations Manager

Green Gas Partners, Pinnacle Art, Amp Americas RNG
02.2017 - 02.2021

Lead Plant Operator

Pinal Energy LLC.
01.2014 - 02.2017

PMP Certification -

Certification

Bachelor of Science - Finance

New York University- Stern School of Business

Some College (No Degree) - Waste Water Treatment And Collections

Mesa Community College

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