RAY DE LEON
Pflugerville
Summary
Process-oriented professional with proven ability to streamline operations and enhance production efficiency in manufacturing environment. Known for strong collaboration skills and results-driven approach, adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Expertise in equipment maintenance and process optimization, ensuring high standards of quality and safety.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemical Handling / Process Technician
EMD Electronics (Megasys)
09.2025 - Current
- Perform safe handling, transfer, and inventory control of specialty gases and chemicals supporting semiconductor lab and production facilities.
- Transfer gas cylinders and bulk chemical containers in accordance with site safety procedures and EHS requirements.
- Clean, prepare, and support chemical processing and distribution equipment to ensure readiness for production use.
- Maintain accurate chemical inventory, usage logs, and waste tracking documentation in web-based systems.
- Support preparation of raw materials, including assisting with chemical changeouts and process setup.
- Monitor systems for leaks, alarms, or abnormal conditions and communicate issues to engineers and safety personnel.
- Maintain PPE inventories and ensure appropriate PPE availability and compliance across active facilities.
- Interface daily with technicians, engineers, safety teams, and operations personnel.
- Follow written procedures and document completed tasks using digital tools such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Support flexible work assignments in a fast-growing production environment.
Chemical & Process Operations Technician
Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX)
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Supported chemical and process utility systems for rocket engine test and production facilities.
- Transferred, staged, and handled chemicals, process fluids, and waste materials in accordance with facility policies.
- Assisted with raw material preparation, sampling, and system readiness for operations.
- Supported cleaning, flushing, and preparation of process equipment and piping systems.
- Coordinated closely with engineers, technicians, and safety personnel during system operations and testing.
- Documented operational activities and material movements using electronic tracking systems.
- Supported wastewater and chemical treatment systems, including RO units, centrifuges, evaporators, clarifiers, and chemical dosing equipment.
Chemical Process Operator II
Nalco EcoLab
01.2016 - 12.2024
- Performed hands-on chemical handling in batch and semi-continuous production environments.
- Transferred, weighed, and charged solid, liquid, and gaseous raw materials per batch instructions and SOPs.
- Conducted full chemical mixes using reactors, mixers, pumps, and tanks.
- Monitored process parameters including temperature, pressure, flow, and concentration.
- Cleaned and prepared lab and production equipment between batches to prevent contamination.
- Collected samples and performed in-process quality checks (pH, density, etc.).
- Maintained detailed production, inventory, and batch records in electronic systems.
- Worked extended periods on feet in active production areas while wearing required PPE.
- Responded to chemical spills and followed site emergency response procedures.
Chemical & Gas Operations Technician
KBR, Inc. / Texas Instruments, Inc.
01.2009 - 12.2014
- Handled specialty chemicals and gases for semiconductor manufacturing and laboratory environments.
- Transferred chemical containers, gas cylinders, and waste materials in compliance with facility and regulatory requirements.
- Supported installation, cleaning, and operation of chemical delivery and wastewater treatment systems.
- Assisted engineers and chemists during process changes, startups, and system upgrades.
- Maintained accurate chemical inventory, safety documentation, and compliance records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stafford High School
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Houston Community College
Skills
- Chemical Handling & Transfer Operations
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Chemical Mixing & Weigh-Up
- Lab & Production Equipment Cleaning
- PPE Inventory & Compliance
- Chemical Waste Handling
- Batch & Semi-Continuous Processing
- Following SOPs & Work Instructions
- Web-Based Documentation Systems
- Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel
- Strong Communication & Team Collaboration
- Hands-On Mechanical Aptitude
- Process Equipment Operation
- Extended Standing / Physical Work
- OSHA & EHS Compliance
Certification
- CompTIA A+
- OSHA 10 Certified
Timeline
Chemical Handling / Process Technician
EMD Electronics (Megasys)
09.2025 - Current
Chemical & Process Operations Technician
Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX)
01.2024 - 09.2025
Chemical Process Operator II
Nalco EcoLab
01.2016 - 12.2024
Chemical & Gas Operations Technician
KBR, Inc. / Texas Instruments, Inc.
01.2009 - 12.2014
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Houston Community College
High School Diploma -
Stafford High School