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Omar Charres

Gilbert,AZ

Summary

Dynamic Sr Commissioning Manager at Vanguard Renewables with extensive expertise in plant commissioning and cross-functional team management. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and implementing strategic improvements, resulting in reduced downtime. Skilled in troubleshooting complex systems and fostering team development to achieve project goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr Commissioning Manager

Vanguard Renewables
Wesley, MA
01.2025 - Current
  • Reviewed, tested, and calibrated mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Analyzed data from tests, inspections, surveys, and measurements to identify discrepancies or trends.
  • Investigated operational issues in order to identify solutions or corrective actions.
  • Monitored and tracked progress of commissioning activities.
  • Provided technical guidance to field personnel during the commissioning process.
  • Developed and implemented commissioning plans for multiple projects.
  • Coordinated with engineering teams to ensure proper installation of equipment.
  • Identified areas for improvement in existing processes or procedures related to commissioning operations.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting problems during the start-up phase.
  • Scheduled regular maintenance checks for all installed systems.
  • Collaborated closely with vendors and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Built rapport with international business contacts, overseas suppliers and equipment manufacturers.
  • Diagnosed and performed troubleshooting for problems with gas collection systems.
  • Identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.

Operations Readiness Manager/Commissioning Manager

Brightmark Energy
San Francisco, CA
03.2022 - 10.2024
  • 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.

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
01.2017 - 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

Some College (No Degree) - Finance

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

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

Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ

Skills

  • Plant commissioning expertise
  • Safety procedures
  • Cross-functional team management
  • 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

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

Sr Commissioning Manager

Vanguard Renewables
01.2025 - Current

Operations Readiness Manager/Commissioning Manager

Brightmark Energy
03.2022 - 10.2024

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
01.2017 - 02.2021

Lead Plant Operator

Pinal Energy LLC.
01.2014 - 02.2017

Some College (No Degree) - Finance

New York University- Stern School of Business

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

Central Arizona College

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