Tracy Starke
Valparaiso,IN
Summary
DCS Board Operator with 18+ years of experience with optimizing refinery production and enhancing operational efficiency. Proven track record in problem-solving and effective communication, successfully addressing challenges while maintaining safety and compliance. Skilled in process improvement and collaboration, driving team success and achieving strategic goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Specialist- Board Operator
BP North America
Whiting, IN
11.2004 - Current
- Execute refinery production plan and unit optimization strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Direct unit startups and shutdowns, ensuring safety and adherence to timelines.
- Continuous monitoring and adjustment of controls to optimize process variables.
- Manage process control adjustments to ensure optimal pressures, temperature levels, and flow rates for operational efficiency.
- Recognize and evaluate upsets and potential hazards.
- Assist maintenance personnel with controls and instrument troubleshooting. Supported controls engineers in resolving technical issues. Collaborated with process engineering teams to enhance system performance.
- Facilitate effective communication and coordination among operations personnel, technical support staff, and various process units.
- Document daily logbook activities and generated SAP reports to enhance operational transparency and accountability.
Education
High School Diploma -
Romeoville High School
Romeoville, ILComputer Information Systems
Univ of Oklahoma
Norman, OKSkills
- Operations coordination
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
- Decision-making
- Process improvement
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Troubleshooting
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
Several Recognitions during weekly Company Safety Meetings for managing major unit upsets in a safe manner without causing refinery disruptions.
Certification
Process Operations Technology Certificate
Timeline
Operations Specialist- Board Operator
BP North America
11.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
Romeoville High School
Computer Information Systems
Univ of Oklahoma