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Terrance Moses

Springfield,US

Summary

Chemical and Refinery professional with 10+ years of experience and a proven knowledge of chemical manufacturing and operations. I am aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the Control room operator role within your company.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Control Room Operator

LDL AUTOMATION
Huffman, TX
01.2025 - Current
  • Currently working at CWLP Carbon Capture Plant in Springfield IL. For the Department of Energy.
  • Operated control systems to monitor and maintain automated processes efficiently.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and coordinated timely repairs to minimize downtime.
  • Trained team members on standard operating procedures and emergency protocols.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize system performance and reliability.
  • P&IDs
  • Key Responsibilities:

Start up, shut down, and operate all process equipment at the plant

Read and interpret process diagrams and electrical one‑line diagrams

Use and understand an Operator Interface Unit (board operations)

Operate and troubleshoot rotating equipment and mechanical systems, including compressors, pumps, blowers, and valves

Support process training efforts, assist with environmental compliance documentation, and perform minor maintenance activities associated with plant operations.

Chemical Operator

Bluestone
Joliet, IL
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Operated chemical processing equipment to ensure consistent product quality.
  • Monitored production processes, adjusting parameters for optimal performance and safety compliance

Chemical Operator

Entegris
Aurora, IL
03.2024 - 10.2024

Executes routine/sequential tasks using detailed work instructions to manufacture lab or pilot scale slurries. Tasks include storage, handling, and use of chemicals; routine physical property measurements; operation of standard unit operations (mixers, pumps, filters); timely & accurate documentation of results.

Identify and assist in the resolution of process OOC conditions

Uses good judgment to recognize and address deviations from standards, and equipment calibration to assure a high degree of accuracy and consistency in experimental results

Uses an understanding of equipment, instrumentation, and project goals to contribute to the development of accurate, detailed, and robust recipes as well as capable and robust processes

Follows established procedures and comply with standard systems to order, receive, handle, store, and ship materials as well as maintain equipment and instrumentation

Troubleshoots equipment and perform basic maintenance. DIW and Wastewater System checks. Verify and calibrate equipment as appropriate

Disposes of Non-hazardous waste material, stocks lab supplies, and completes general daily housekeeping

Actively participates in Entegris Safety initiatives and processes. Adheres to all EH&S guidelines and policies within the company, all relevant ISO procedures and maintains personal safety within the workplace

Pilot Plant Operator, Board Operator

INEOS Aromatics
Naperville, Illinois, US
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Operate pilot plant, conducting experimental trials designed to develop technology for enhanced recycling of PET plastic.
  • Experimental work involves pilot plant process operations involving high temperatures and pressures, acids, bases, compressed gases, toxic and flammable materials, chemicals, and hazardous waste.
  • Operate equipment according to the Standard Operating Procedures and the experimental plan, monitoring process conditions and ensuring stable operation.
  • Conduct routine sampling and operating rounds of the unit, troubleshoot operational problems, and respond to changes in the unit operating condition.
  • Demonstrate creative trouble-shooting skills to achieve high reliability of the pilot plant.
  • Ability to read P&IDs and develop LOTOS and job risk assessments.
  • Assemble equipment and perform regular maintenance.
  • Adhere to safe operating practices and procedures.
  • Maintain a focus on personal safety and the safety of others; follow all health and safety procedures; and respond to emergencies as per established procedures.
  • Actively participate in team meetings, safety reviews and training.

Chemical Operator

Capital Resin Corporation
Columbus, Ohio, US
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Operate mixing machines controlled by hand or electronic HMI touch screen interface.
  • Experience using Chemicals handling devices, including, drum tipper, flow meters, transfer tanks.
  • Operate forklifts, and load tank wagons.
  • Involved in every aspect of making the batch. Lab testing and QC.

Micro Encapsulation Technologist

ND Industries
Troy, Michigan, US
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Worked in QC and performed every test required in the process of making adhesive Micro caps.
  • Made Micro caps in chemical mixing vessels.
  • Performed P.H. testing throughout the process of mixing adhesive Micro caps.

Chemical Operator

Quaker Houghton
Detroit, Michigan, US
12.2020 - 12.2021
  • Read and understand gauges, charts and work instructions. Record accurate data on work instructions and initial as verification the task was complete. Interface with process control computers.
  • Perform simple mathematical calculations.
  • Enter computer data for safety inspections and batch processes.
  • Use hand tools (wrenches, channel locks, etc.) as required during operation of equipment.
  • Hazmat training work.
  • Respirator Certified.
  • Hilo Certified.
  • Trainer.

Chemical Reactor Operator

Alpha Resin/Covia
Detroit, MI
07.2018 - 05.2020
  • Skilled forklift operator.
  • Experience using Chemicals handling devices, including, flow meters, power valves.
  • Chemical balancing heating and cooling elements, automatic or manual.
  • Experienced using scales, pumps both digital & manual.
  • OSHA-Certified forklift.
  • Experienced using computer controls that operate, atmospheric monitoring, controlling exothermic reactions.
  • Chemical mixing reactions, storage tanks, pumps, bulk loading.
  • Chemical processes packaging finished products. Drums, totes & pails.
  • Loading & off loading tank wagons.

Contract Employee, Chemical Operator

Aerotek
Troy, MI
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Contract Employee to Alpha Resin/Covia.
  • Skilled forklift operator.
  • Chemical processing expertise.
  • Operate mixing machines controlled by hand or electronic.
  • Experience using Chemicals handling devices, including, flow meters, power valves.
  • Chemical balancing heating and cooling elements, automatic or manual.
  • Experienced using scales, pumps both digital & manual.
  • OSHA-Certified forklift.
  • Experienced using computer controls that operate, atmospheric monitoring, controlling exothermic reactions.
  • Chemical mixing reactions, storage tanks, pumps, bulk loading.
  • Chemical processes packaging finished products. Drums, totes & pails.
  • Loading & off loading tank wagons.
  • Filler of finished good.

Specialist 1 Chemical Operator

Henkel Corporation
Warren, MI, US
07.2014 - 10.2017
  • Follow all Plant & Department safety rules and instructions, including proper PPE.
  • Produce quality chemical products by reading, following, and understanding detailed work.
  • Add various chemicals (liquids & powders) to large jacketed tanks by opening valves in pipelines or using lift trucks and overhead hoists for drums.
  • Read and understand gauges, charts and work instructions. Record accurate data on work instructions and initial as verification the task was complete. Interface with process control computers.
  • Perform simple mathematical calculations.
  • Enter computer data for safety inspections and batch processes.
  • Use hand tools (wrenches, channel locks, etc.) as required during operation of equipment.
  • Maintain good housekeeping by washing floors. Housekeeping in area includes cleaning lines, flex hoses and equipment between batches and steps.and immediately outside of building. Attend required training & safety meetings.

Education

Associate of Science - Electronic System Technician

Lincoln College of Technology
Melrose Park, Illinois
05-2004

Skills

  • PLC
  • Board Operator
  • DSC
  • HMI touch screen interface

Timeline

Control Room Operator

LDL AUTOMATION
01.2025 - Current

Chemical Operator

Bluestone
10.2024 - 12.2024

Chemical Operator

Entegris
03.2024 - 10.2024

Pilot Plant Operator, Board Operator

INEOS Aromatics
02.2023 - 10.2023

Chemical Operator

Capital Resin Corporation
09.2022 - 12.2022

Micro Encapsulation Technologist

ND Industries
04.2022 - 08.2022

Chemical Operator

Quaker Houghton
12.2020 - 12.2021

Chemical Reactor Operator

Alpha Resin/Covia
07.2018 - 05.2020

Contract Employee, Chemical Operator

Aerotek
01.2018 - 07.2018

Specialist 1 Chemical Operator

Henkel Corporation
07.2014 - 10.2017

Associate of Science - Electronic System Technician

Lincoln College of Technology