PAUL BATTS
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Oil and gas professional with expertise in process operations, safety compliance, and troubleshooting. Proven track record in enhancing operational performance through data conversion projects and preventative maintenance, directly contributing to improved efficiency and equipment reliability in high-demand environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operator - Board Operator
Wood Group - Freepoint Ecosystems
Hebron, OH
10.2025 - 02.2026
- Operated processing equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in material handling.
- Implemented lockout/tagout procedures on production lines to ensure safe equipment and unit shutdown.
- Identified and marked process valves and equipment in preparation for unit startup.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, minimizing potential operational downtime.
Oil and Gas Consultant
EAG Services
Houston, TX
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Delivered phased risk-based inspection optimization programs for refinery and midstream clients, enhancing compliance and operational performance
- Reconciled refinery asset master lists through unit-by-unit field verification, ensuring data integrity and accuracy for asset management
- Monitored business requirements gathering and conducted risk-based gap analysis for enterprise data conversion projects across 56 acquisitions, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives
- Designed business process modeling and developed enterprise Visio-based flow diagrams to enhance operational efficiency
- Executed SQL scripts to support data mapping and integration into nextgen platforms
Digital Manufacturing & Operations Consultant
Accenture
Houston, TX
07.2019 - 01.2022
- Accelerated digital transformation efforts leveraging edge technologies, IoT, and predictive analytics
- Partnered with Fortune 500 clients to implement enterprise-level innovation in engineering, risk, and operations
- Executed 12-month mechanical integrity and field assessment at oil & gas refinery, identifying key improvements in operational reliability
- Delivered insights to align digital strategy with business goals across global teams
Process Operator Intern
Lake Area Alliance
Lake Charles, LA
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Monitored real-time instruments and automated flow systems to maintain optimal operational performance
- Refined processes for NGL, Coker, Alky, Amine, Hydrogen, and Tank Farm units to enhance operational efficiency
- Tracked and reported on energy balance and process efficiencies using statistical quality methods
- Facilitated knowledge transfer on process safety management SOPs across refinery/plant units to ensure compliance and safety standards
Field Sales Engineer
Loomis International
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2008 - 01.2014
- Achieved $10 million growth in 10 months and sustained 7–10% annual growth until 2014 crash, contributing to overall revenue stability
- Developed technical solutions for customer inquiries and product specifications.
- Conducted product demonstrations to showcase features and benefits to clients.
- Collaborated with sales teams to create effective strategies for client engagement.
- Collaborated with oil and gas engineers to conduct high-pressure testing for production pipes, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards
Education
A.S. - Process Plant Technology
Sowela Technical College
Lake Charles, LA12-2018
B.S. - Finance
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2000
Skills
- Chemical Process Control
- Equipment Monitoring
- Troubleshooting
- Process Optimization
- Control Systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Production Planning
- Safety protocols
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Continuous Learning
- Work Ethic
- Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
- Equipment Uptime Improvement, Increased equipment uptime by 15% through enhanced safety practices and maintenance strategies in operations.
- Operational Issues Decrease, Achieved a 30% reduction in operational issues employing effective process troubleshooting and safety compliance measures.
- Safety Incidents Reduction, Decreased safety incidents by 20% through rigorous safety practices and monitoring on operating sites.
Timeline
Process Operator - Board Operator
Wood Group - Freepoint Ecosystems
10.2025 - 02.2026
Oil and Gas Consultant
EAG Services
09.2022 - 12.2024
Digital Manufacturing & Operations Consultant
Accenture
07.2019 - 01.2022
Process Operator Intern
Lake Area Alliance
01.2016 - 12.2018
Field Sales Engineer
Loomis International
09.2008 - 01.2014
A.S. - Process Plant Technology
Sowela Technical College
B.S. - Finance
Louisiana State University