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Tony Simpson

Kingsport,United States

Summary

Resourceful Operations Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in process optimization, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability to ensure seamless operations and project success.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chemical Operations Technician / Lab Technician

Cerdia- Primester
Kingsport, Tennessee
04.1992 - Current

In my current position, I do four different jobs. Control room operations over distillation, extraction, and decanting, field operations, materials handling, and quality control lab. I also act as a timekeeper and staffer for my crew.

  • Monitored operational performance, identified issues, and took corrective action as needed.
  • Maintained physical equipment functions to meet productivity goals according to internal and external compliance initiatives.
  • Managed inventory levels of components used during operations.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding product quality or service delivery promptly.
  • Prepared solutions of reagents for use in experiments according to standard procedures.
  • Collected samples from various sources for analysis in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Conducted quality control testing on incoming materials to ensure accuracy of results.

Scuba Diving Instructor / Part Time

Smoky Mountain Divers
Gray, TN
07.2018 - 12.2024
  • Delivered group lectures and hands-on demonstrations to instruct students.
  • Demonstrated safety protocols for underwater activities.
  • Evaluated student progress and adjusted learning plans to foster progress.
  • Assessed student needs in context of qualifications, limitations, abilities and interests.
  • Assessed student performance during dives to ensure accuracy and proficiency in skills.
  • Supervised dives to ensure safety of participants.

Surgical Assistant

US Army Reserve
Kingsport, Tennessee
06.1985 - 06.2017
  • Achieved rank of staff sergeant while directing platoon for all surgical and sterile supply activities.
  • Managed assets totaling more than five million dollars in value.
  • Ensured personnel training aligned with technical and physical military standards.
  • Assisted in prepping operating room for surgery by sterilizing instruments and setting up equipment.
  • Organized instrument trays for specific types of surgeries.
  • Maintained sterile environment in the operating room during surgical procedures.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis according to established protocols and guidelines.
  • Dressed wounds with antiseptic compounds and sterile coverings to protect surgical sites and promote healing.
  • Cleansed surgical instruments following use in order to ensure safe storage.

Advertising Account Executive

Roberts And Associates Advertising
Johnson City, TN
06.1989 - 08.1991
  • Conducted in-depth research into advertising options and PR strategies in order to design and optimize approaches.
  • Negotiated contracts with media outlets for advertising placements.
  • Researched target audiences to develop effective marketing strategies.
  • Prospected and cold-called customers to develop new sales leads.
  • Analyzed consumer trends by studying market research data.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors including printers, photographers.
  • Actively participated in brainstorming sessions to create innovative ideas and solutions.
  • Established numerous new accounts, boosting profits significantly.

Plumber

Jones' Electrical and Plumbing
Kingsport, Tennessee
03.1981 - 06.1985
  • Inspected drainage and other plumbing systems to identify necessary repairs.
  • Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
  • Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
  • Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication Advertising

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN
06-1990

Surgical Technician - Surgical Instruments And Procedures

Academy of Health Sciences
San Antonio, TX
11-1986

High School Diploma -

Sullivan South High School
Kingsport, TN
06-1985

Skills

  • Operational Oversight in Control Room
  • Inventory management
  • Product Quality Evaluation
  • Equipment Repair Oversight
  • Problem solving
  • Technical Diagram Interpretation
  • Performance troubleshooting

Certification

  • Certified Scuba and EFR Instructor , PADI# 414054
  • Tai Chi Chun Instructor. Third Degree Black Sash.

Affiliations

  • I engage in several activities as hobbies. Wine making, distilling, hunting, fishing, scuba. martial arts

Timeline

Scuba Diving Instructor / Part Time

Smoky Mountain Divers
07.2018 - 12.2024

Chemical Operations Technician / Lab Technician

Cerdia- Primester
04.1992 - Current

Advertising Account Executive

Roberts And Associates Advertising
06.1989 - 08.1991

Surgical Assistant

US Army Reserve
06.1985 - 06.2017

Plumber

Jones' Electrical and Plumbing
03.1981 - 06.1985

Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication Advertising

East Tennessee State University

Surgical Technician - Surgical Instruments And Procedures

Academy of Health Sciences

High School Diploma -

Sullivan South High School
Tony Simpson