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Oscar Ramirez

DODGE CITY

Summary

Results-driven Facilities and Utilities Supervisor with 10 years of experience in food and dairy manufacturing. Expertise in managing boiler and steam systems, wastewater treatment, HVAC, and refrigeration equipment. Skilled in team leadership, preventive maintenance, regulatory compliance, and SAP work order management, contributing to enhanced equipment reliability and efficient operations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Facility Supervisor

Hilmar Cheese Company
Dodge City
02.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw critical utility systems, including three industrial boilers and HVAC systems, ensuring reliable performance.
  • Led maintenance coordination for boiler operations, including inspections and combustion monitoring to ensure safety.
  • Ensured continuous availability of steam, cooling water, and HVAC to support uninterrupted production.
  • Coordinated maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and ensure seamless production.
  • Managed SAP work orders and preventive maintenance programs, ensuring accurate equipment documentation for utility systems.
  • Conducted facility inspections and safety audits to identify hazards and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Coordinated contractors for inspections, repairs, capital improvements, and upgrades to plant utilities.
  • Supervised daily operations for a team of 14 technicians and support personnel at a large-scale dairy production facility.

Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Cargil Meat Solutions
Dodge City
07.2019 - 04.2024

•Maintained and serviced industrial ammonia refrigeration systems including compressors, valves, evaporators, and condensers.

• Performed troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on refrigeration and HVAC equipment.

  • Operated ammonia refrigeration systems to maintain optimal performance.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems and components.
  • Diagnosed and resolved issues in refrigeration systems to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on refrigeration equipment to ensure system reliability and performance.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty valves, pumps, compressors, and refrigeration system components.
  • Calibrated pressure and temperature gauges to ensure accurate monitoring and safe system operation.
  • Trained personnel on safe ammonia handling procedures and refrigeration system safety protocols.
  • Monitored gasket conditions and replaced damaged ones to maintain efficient operation.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation
Dodge City
07.2015 - 05.2019

Managed wastewater treatment equipment and systems, focusing on optimizing processing efficiency and enhancing overall plant performance.

Operated pumps, blowers, aeration systems, and treatment equipment to ensure effective wastewater processing and maintain treatment standards.

Monitored SCADA systems and plant instrumentation to verify treatment performance standards.

Maintained operational records of flow rates and chemical dosages to support compliance and regulatory reporting.

Performed routine inspections and preventive maintenance on treatment equipment to enhance reliability.

  • Ensured environmental compliance through continuous monitoring, reporting, and operational adjustments.
  • Monitored water quality using standard testing procedures to uphold safety protocols.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dodge City High School
Dodge City, KS
05-2012

Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Engineering Coursework

Dodge City Community College
Dodge City, KS

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Boiler operations
  • HVAC systems
  • SAP management
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Boiler operations
  • Plant utilities management
  • Water reclamation treatment
  • Ammonia refrigeration systems
  • Glycol cooling systems
  • Maintenance programs
  • Vendor coordination
  • OSHA compliance
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Team leadership
  • Infrastructure maintenance

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Certification

Boiler Operator I

Timeline

Facility Supervisor

Hilmar Cheese Company
02.2024 - Current

Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Cargil Meat Solutions
07.2019 - 04.2024

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation
07.2015 - 05.2019

High School Diploma -

Dodge City High School

Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Engineering Coursework

Dodge City Community College
Oscar Ramirez