Shane Williams
Summary
Responsible Chemical Operator with over 8 years of manufacturing experience. Successful in conducting routine inspections, troubleshooting existing problems and responding to emergencies to promote operational efficiency. Forklift certified and adept in operating manual and automated equipment to facilitate productions. Hardworking and passionate job seeker that is ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Process Operator
Dow Chemical
04.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with changes in production schedules or project priorities, maintaining focus on achieving desired outcomes.
- Supported plant-wide efforts to maintain ISO certifications through rigorous adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Streamlined operations, performing routine checks on chemical levels and system performance.
- Trained new employees on standard operating procedures, reinforcing company values of safety and quality control.
- Ensured safety standards compliance with thorough equipment inspections and prompt maintenance.
- Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and fired heaters to produce commercial-grade products.
- Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
- Monitored and adjusted parameters of chemical production process to achieve desired product quality.
- Implemented safety protocols and procedures for safe, efficient process operation.
Petroleum Supply Specialist
US Army
05.2015 - Current
- Handled and transported fuel to vehicles and aircraft.
- Maintained accurate records of petroleum transactions, tracking volumes received, distributed, and consumed for financial reporting purposes.
- Assembled refueling systems and equipment and performed quality assurance.
- Inspected equipment, performed basic repairs and conducted scheduled maintenance actions.
- Conducted regular audits of petroleum storage facilities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.
Chemical Plant Operator
Cornerstone Chemical Company
11.2021 - 04.2024
- Played an active role during emergency response situations by following established protocols and applying critical thinking skills under pressure.
- Trained new operators in correct operation procedures, ensuring consistent performance across shifts.
- Participated in regular safety training sessions to stay current with industry best practices and reinforce company-wide commitment to safety excellence.
- Enhanced production efficiency by optimizing chemical processing operations and equipment settings.
- Operated forklifts to move packaged materials and chemical supplies and load and unload trucks and railcars.
Terminal Operator
Kinder Morgan
04.2016 - 06.2020
- Enhanced terminal efficiency by implementing effective communication strategies with staff and clients.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by fostering teamwork and open communication among colleagues.
- Implemented safe handling of chemicals and petrochemicals by way of tank transfers, truck tank loadings, and off-loadings.
- Supervised and instructed drivers on finished product loading rack, monitoring bills of lading for accuracy and entering into computer products not metered through finished product rack.
- Performed troubleshooting, adjustment, and minor repairs on equipment requiring attention, participating in major repairs.
- Handled emergency situations promptly and professionally, mitigating potential risks to personnel or property damage at the terminal facility.
- Repaired and performed minor maintenance on equipment at terminals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Phoenix High School
Braithwaite, LA05.2015
Skills
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Chemical Handling Techniques
- Heat Exchanger Operation
- Emergency Response Planning
- Safety protocol knowledge
- Hazardous chemicals
- Product Sampling
- Work Order Interpretation
Timeline
Chemical Process Operator
Dow Chemical
04.2024 - Current
Chemical Plant Operator
Cornerstone Chemical Company
11.2021 - 04.2024
Terminal Operator
Kinder Morgan
04.2016 - 06.2020
Petroleum Supply Specialist
US Army
05.2015 - Current
High School Diploma -
Phoenix High School
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