Seasoned Team Lead with in-depth knowledge in managing diverse teams to drive operational efficiency. Skilled in strategic planning, project management, and committed to Safety. Notable for cultivating productive work environments and fostering professional growth among team members. Previous roles demonstrate significant contributions to process improvements, increased productivity, and business growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Masterbatch Team Lead/ Day Shift ERT/EMT-B
Ineos Olefins & Polymers Usa
Alvin, TX
04.2020 - Current
Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures throughout the team.
Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
Identified opportunities for process improvements, implementing changes when required.
Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
Maintained daily inventory to facilitate successful material distribution.
Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company performance.
Performed preventive maintenance activities on plant equipment such as lubrication, cleaning, filter changes.
Performed troubleshooting on automated systems to identify root causes of process issues and implement corrective actions.
Conducted regular inspections of machinery components to ensure they were functioning properly.
Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Collaborated with engineering staff to develop new processes or modify existing ones as needed.
Participated in safety audits and implemented corrective actions as needed.
Conducted pre-fire planning for industrial plants and facilities.
Operated pumps, hoses, nozzles, hydrants, sprinklers, and other equipment as needed during an emergency situation.
Ensured compliance with OSHA safety regulations related to fire prevention and protection systems.
Maintained firefighting equipment, tools and vehicles to ensure readiness for emergency responses.
Extinguished fires using appropriate chemical agents or water spray techniques in accordance with established protocols.
Performed hazardous materials containment operations using specialized protective gear.
Responded quickly to alarms and investigated suspected incidents of fire or smoke.
Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.
Yardmaster
Rail Link
Alvin, Texas
02.2016 - 03.2020
Developed effective communication strategies between different departments to facilitate smooth flow of work processes.
Scheduled maintenance repairs on tracks, engines or other equipment when needed in order to minimize downtime.
Conducted regular inspections of all equipment used in the yard such as switches, signals.
Created detailed reports on daily operational activities including track occupancy, car counts, engine assignments.
Performed periodic maintenance checks on locomotives and rolling stock in order to maintain safe operating conditions in the yard.
Investigated derailments or incidents occurring within the yard, and submitted reports to management accordingly.
Ensured compliance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations pertaining to safety standards for railway equipment and personnel.
Utilized yard management computer systems to input shift data.
Switchman
Rail Link
Alvin, Texas
06.2010 - 02.2016
Conduct the movement of railcars and trains.
Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern, or radio signals, and all other indications affecting the movement of a train.
Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch, or perform other duties.
Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material.
Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, manually or with a computer.
Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement, and while stationary.
Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains.
Education
EMT-B - EMT-B
Texas EMS School
Lubbock, TX
01-2025
GED -
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TX
01-2004
Skills
Operations management
Key performance indicators
Product management
Budget management
Trend tracking
Employee evaluation
Workflow management
Human resources management
Talent acquisition
Coaching and mentoring
Safety
Work Planning and Prioritization
Team supervision
Documentation and reporting
Team building
Effective communication
Equipment maintenance
Schedule management
Complaint resolution
Process improvement
People management
Affiliations
Volunteer Firefighter for Santa Fe Fire Department
Volunteer EMT-B with All American Orthopedics various sports programs