Tyson Beversdorf
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Xcel Energy and American Cotton Growers, excelling in workload management and training. Achieved significant efficiency improvements through data management and effective staff scheduling. Proven ability to enhance team performance while maintaining high-quality standards in production and operations. Skilled in many technological and mechancical areas, and committed to safety.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Control Room Operator
Xcel Energy
03.2021 - Current
- Operate and monitor power plant production and performance from the control room DCS system while leading a team of 4-5 plant operators.
- Oversee all personnel and equipment operation through transient stages and emergency situations.
- Adhere to all FERC/NERC standards of operation and communication when coordinating with transmission and commercial operations.
- Analyze data from plant equipment to quickly identify and react to abnormal situations.
- Aided in the development of new, cross-plant training material to reduce water waste and increase efficiency.
- Regularly train apprentices in their journey to becoming power plant operators.
Plant Operator
Xcel Energy
05.2014 - 03.2021
- Operate and monitor power plant equipment through regular and transient stages.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
- Assisted in the training of new operators to ensure smooth integration into the work environment and consistent operational excellence.
QC Assistant Manager
American Cotton Growers
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Lead a team of 10-15 lab technicians through their daily inspections and analyses.
- Regularly checked denim quality to ensure adherence to customer specifications.
- Cooperated with different departments to address off quality product, and regularly followed up on issues to ensure proper remediation.
Weave Room Supervisor
American Cotton Growers
02.2013 - 08.2013
- Lead a team of 15-20 employees in the weave room, producing raw denim.
- Provided constructive feedback to employees through regular performance evaluations, setting clear expectations for improvement when needed.
- Managed scheduling effectively, minimizing overtime costs while maintaining adequate staffing levels.
- Monitored loom performance, offering maintenance or quality recommendations when necessary.
- Kept up with daily, weekly, and monthly reports for overall quality and efficiency.
Special Projects Analyst
American Cotton Growers
11.2012 - 08.2013
- Spearheaded a project to oversee and improve plant performance in every department, resulting in an increase in overall efficiency and a decrease in waste and off quality product.
- Built and analyzed SAP Crystal Reports to develop new quality standards from the production of yarn to the packing and shipping of denim rolls.
- Regularly communicated with department managers regarding performance and adherence to the new standards.
- Automated reports and notifications to be used after my project completion.
Finishing Supervisor
American Cotton Growers
08.2010 - 11.2012
- Lead a team of 15-20 employees in the finishing department of a denim production plant.
- Managed scheduling and overtime to ensure adequate staffing and reduce expenses.
- Monitored plant equipment, and employee operation to maximize efficiency and quality while adhering to all safety guidelines, offering maintenance recommendations when needed.
- Regularly stepped in to open positions whenever necessary to maintain efficiency and meet deadlines.
- Oversaw all inventory of finished denim through inspection, packaging, and warehousing.
Server
On The Border Restaurant
07.2008 - 07.2010
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Employee of the month: Oct 2009
Education
Electrical Engineering
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSkills
- Workload management
- Training and mentoring
- Staff scheduling
- Report generation
- Excellent communication
- Data management
- Computer Hardware and software installation
- C and Java Programming
- Microsoft Office (Word, Xcel, Teams, etc)
- SAP
- Troubleshooting
Timeline
Control Room Operator
Xcel Energy
03.2021 - Current
Plant Operator
Xcel Energy
05.2014 - 03.2021
QC Assistant Manager
American Cotton Growers
08.2013 - 05.2014
Weave Room Supervisor
American Cotton Growers
02.2013 - 08.2013
Special Projects Analyst
American Cotton Growers
11.2012 - 08.2013
Finishing Supervisor
American Cotton Growers
08.2010 - 11.2012
Server
On The Border Restaurant
07.2008 - 07.2010
Electrical Engineering
Arizona State University
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