Corey Cates
Kermit
Summary
Experienced Production and Safety leader, recognized for building diverse, well-trained teams equipped to navigate evolving production challenges, regulatory demands, supply chain complexities, and financial uncertainties
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Superintendent
Coterra
05.2022 - 04.2025
- Oversaw operations in Eddy County, managing a team of 19 employees, including 2 Production Foremen, 6 routes, and 1 Operations Foreman with a team of 5.
- The operations team handled reactive maintenance and smaller construction projects, contributing to production optimization and fostering safety leadership within the team.
- Managed 3 full-time crews and 1 special project crew, achieving 827 days without a recordable incident across all teams and contractors.
- Coordinated across disciplines to insure all goals where accomplished: 1)Teams Safety, 2)Good stewards of the Environment, 3)Production Goals, including budgets, new well turn ons, procedures for work overs and planning for new developments.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, BLM, NMOCD and EPA, by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legislation and incorporating necessary practices into daily operations.
- Mentored junior team members to develop their skills, enhancing overall workforce competency and effectiveness.
Production Operation Foreman
Coterra
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained a Safe Working Environment for a highly skilled team of five. Three assistant forman and two well optimization techs.
- Job consisted of all reactive maintenance in the field. Upgrades to central vent system including full wreck outs and up-sizing of pipe, converting all gas supplied devices from to full instrument air to help stay in compliance with federal regulations. Construction work which included compressor installs, flare/combustor installs, wrecking out and replacing production equipment and putting equipment in service,. Stainless steel conversions from IPC to full stainless on all water systems. Flow line repairs including all excavation clearances, hot work and confined space permits when required.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks. Bidding out jobs and staying within budget. Working with engineers to created AFE's and make sure all reports where completed with a full description of the scope of work, cost capture and any other pertinent details for that job.
Production Forman
Cimarex
12.2015 - 11.2021
- Mentored new employees through hands-on training and guidance, fostering effective teamwork within a safe work environment. Focused on achieving safety, environmental, and production objectives.
- Dynamic region with ongoing developments, including new projects, wells, and infrastructure initiatives.
- Oversight of water management, encompassing multiple saltwater disposal (SWD) systems.
- Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve production challenges. Managed production-related tasks, including wireline operations, extensive acid jobs, swabbing, and small-scale well work projects.
- Organized weekly meetings with team members to review progress, address concerns, and set goals for continued safety and production improvements.
Assistant Foreman
Cimarex
10.2014 - 11.2015
- Contributed to building a strong safety and work culture through hands-on training for new employees. Reduced costs by effectively managing and prioritizing crew assignments
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing good communication, efficient work processes and coordinating tasks among crew members.
- Assisted in reducing project timelines and costs through proactive supervision and clear communication with workers.
- Maintained high-quality work standards by providing thorough training and consistent feedback to crew members.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes with meticulous attention to detail in task execution and quality of work.
Lead Operator
Shell Oil
01.2012 - 10.2014
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting a strong safety culture with open communication among team members to address concerns or suggestions for improvement.
- Working with Production Engineers and operators to trouble shoot production problems and help maximize route and well performance.
- Overseeing and executing work permits in a safe and timely manner.
- Supported management decision by submitting operational and production data into daily production program.
- Completed various testing procedures for optimum well performance.
Lease Operator
Chesapeake Energy
03.2009 - 10.2012
- Maintained clean, tidy and professional lease operations in line with company standards.
- Ensured safety regulations and company protocols were followed on-site, minimizing accidents and maintaining a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Collaborated with field technicians to maintain equipment and perform routine maintenance, extending the life of assets.
- Conducted thorough inspections of facilities, identifying potential hazards and entering daily production totals into production program.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance and repairs on all production equipment using WO system SAP.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kermit High School
Kermit, TX05-1988
Skills
- Safety Leader
- Team Building
- Embracing Enovation
- Consistency
Timeline
Production Superintendent
Coterra
05.2022 - 04.2025
Production Operation Foreman
Coterra
11.2021 - 05.2022
Production Forman
Cimarex
12.2015 - 11.2021
Assistant Foreman
Cimarex
10.2014 - 11.2015
Lead Operator
Shell Oil
01.2012 - 10.2014
Lease Operator
Chesapeake Energy
03.2009 - 10.2012
High School Diploma -
Kermit High School
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