Ricky Tunks
Westlake,LA
Summary
For the past 11 years with Sasol, I've been a shift supervisor in Ethylene Unit/Steam Plant. Previous to employment with Sasol, the last 12 of my years at Chemical Waste Management, was in the Environmental Department so I'm very familiar with regulatory compliance. Have comprehensive experience overseeing and monitoring team members. Focused and skilled in employee mentoring and process improvement. Manage my team with proactive approach and conscientious attention to day-to-day needs.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Supervisor/Operator
Sasol North America
Westlake, LA
08.2007 - Current
- Entire time has been in Ethylene Unit and Steam Plant. Currant position, since 2014, is Shift Supervisor.
- Supervise employees to productively maintain operation in Ethylene Unit, Steam Plant, and ASU.
- Prior to supervision, advanced through progression working as outside and board operator.
Environmental Technician
Chemical Waste Management of the Northwest
Carlyss , LA
09.1990 - 08.2007
- Conducted on-site RCRA inspections of facility to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Assisted and accompanied DEQ during audits and inspections.
- Collected samples of groundwater from wells, wastewater, and stormwater from outfalls or discharges for laboratory analysis. Conducted field tests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westlake High School
Westlake, LA01-1990
Skills
- Environmental experience
- Compliance management
- Schedule management
- SAP knowledge
- Attention to detail
- Team-oriented leader
- Shift scheduling
- Verbal and written communication
Affiliations
- Responsible for training of the other 3 permanent shift supervisors.
- Assisted in planning and executing of 2021 Ethylene Unit/ Steam Plant Turnaround.
Accomplishments
- Outstanding performance reviews from leaders.
Timeline
Shift Supervisor/Operator
Sasol North America
08.2007 - Current
Environmental Technician
Chemical Waste Management of the Northwest
09.1990 - 08.2007
High School Diploma -
Westlake High School
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