Tate Hoffman
Lincoln
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Fertilizer Shift Supervisor
Dakota Gasification Company
06.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Served as a liaison between employees and upper management effectively facilitating communication that bridged any existing gaps.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and effective communication among staff.
- Trained and mentored new staff on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
Process Operator
Dakota Gasification Company
05.2017 - 06.2023
- Operate and monitor numerous types of equipment including: pumps, compressors, control valves, vessels, indicators, belts, trains, and the control board.
- Efficiently communicate with multiple support groups, crew members, management, product transporters, and engineers to maintain a safe and reliable work environment.
- Operate the control board to promptly respond to alarms and upsets utilizing the field operators, support groups, and management to ensure safety, environmental, production, and cost goals are met.
- Completed BE Leaders training.
- Enrolled in B Crew fire and rescue team.
Radiology Specialist US Army National Guard
North Dakota National Guard
09.2012 - 09.2020
- Primarily responsible for operating X-ray and related equipment used in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases.
- Perform body-section, foreign-body localization, prenatal, pediatric and urogenital radiographic examinations of the digestive, respiratory, vascular and nervous systems.
- Work as a team with people that have different strengths and training to complete tasks.
- Ability to react to the fly of changes in a high stress environment in a moment’s notice while maintaining the safety of myself and others.
- Leadership position as a squad leader within my platoon in the unit. Able to receive and pass down orders given from superior leadership to accomplish the goal set forth.
Process Operator Intern
Dakota Gasification Company
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Gain knowledge and understanding of how the process and mechanical equipment work to create a product.
- Monitor the performance of equipment by taking readings and samples and learning how to interpret those results to indicate the status of the equipment and the process.
- Learn how to properly prepare equipment for maintenance and the importance of LOTO.
- Intern in the 1400 unit.
Professional Bather/Pet Care Specialist
Petsmart
10.2015 - 05.2016
- Promoted grooming services and products to customers.
- Advised Owners regarding animal care and supplementary training at home.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment at all times.
- Brushed, bathed, and conditioned animal’s coats with a varying degree of temperament.
Flooring Installer
Imperial Flooring
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the installation of carpet, hardwood, vinyl, and laminate flooring.
- Problem solving - Ability to provide solutions in the field in order to complete projects in a timely fashion.
- Customer and Personal Service: Ability to interact with customers/construction foreman, communicating with them while on job site providing customer satisfaction.
Education
AAS Process Plant Technology -
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND05-2017
Skills
- Self-motivated
- Team Leader
- Safety-oriented
- Empathetic
- Organized
- Positive Attitude
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Effective communicator
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Fertilizer Shift Supervisor
Dakota Gasification Company
06.2023 - Current
Process Operator
Dakota Gasification Company
05.2017 - 06.2023
Process Operator Intern
Dakota Gasification Company
05.2016 - 05.2017
Professional Bather/Pet Care Specialist
Petsmart
10.2015 - 05.2016
Flooring Installer
Imperial Flooring
09.2014 - 10.2015
Radiology Specialist US Army National Guard
North Dakota National Guard
09.2012 - 09.2020
AAS Process Plant Technology -
Bismarck State College