Thomas Ellis
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Reliable Process Operator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in process optimization, quality control, and process safety. Excel in problem-solving, communication, and teamwork, ensuring smooth operation and continuous improvement in demanding environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operator
CITGO Petroleum Corporation
Lake Charles, Louisiana
01.2023 - Current
- Followed daily preventive maintenance, operational success, and adjusted product routings based on business optimization.
- Collaborated with other departments to meet production goals while maintaining quality standards.
- Followed company safety protocols and procedures, helping to reduce workplace injuries. Including LOTO and deinventory procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of daily operations in accordance with safety protocols.
Lead Production Operator
TCI Packaging
New Orleans, LA
07.2019 - 01.2023
- Maximize production quality by inspecting, calibrating, and adjusting equipment to stay within optimal operational parameters.
- Monitor pressure and pump flow; as well as railcar innage and ullage. Railcar unloading procedures followed such as braking, chocking, and flagging.
- Oversaw daily operations, delegated tasks and assignments, and implemented strategies to optimize workflows.
- Collaborate with management, supply chain, and shipping to satisfy company and customer outcomes.
Process Operator Intern
BASF Corp
Geismar, LA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Adhered to all industry and site-specific safety protocols.
- Worked collaboratively with board operators and shift supervisors to ensure plant specifications.
- Performed minor and routine maintenance while initiating LOTO procedures and permit issuing.
- Monitored process temperatures, pressures, levels, flow, and analytics via daily inspections and visual readings.
Millwork Mechanic
Orleans Custom Millwork
Mandeville, LA
06.2011 - 07.2019
- Work closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Adhere to blueprint specifications to build custom doors, windows, cabinets, mouldings, and trim pieces.
- Take part in daily job site safety meetings to overview protocol based on job-specific tasks.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology (PTEC)
Nunez Community College
Chalmette, LA12.2022
Highschool Diploma
Covington High School
Covington, LA05.2013
Skills
- Blueprints, P&ID, PFD
- Housekeeping
- Preventive maintenance
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Microsoft Office/SAP/Trends
- Permit issuing
- Equipment operation
- Standard operation procedures
- Safety compliance
- Specifications verification
Timeline
Chief Operator
CITGO Petroleum Corporation
01.2023 - Current
Process Operator Intern
BASF Corp
06.2022 - 08.2022
Lead Production Operator
TCI Packaging
07.2019 - 01.2023
Millwork Mechanic
Orleans Custom Millwork
06.2011 - 07.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology (PTEC)
Nunez Community College
Highschool Diploma
Covington High School
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