Victor Aguirre

Skilled Process Operator with 3+ years of experience in the chemical industry, specializing in polyethylene production. Proven track record in operations, troubleshooting, safety compliance, and start-up/commissioning of new units. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills developed through work on complex projects, including the commissioning of Poly 7 at Dow Chemical.

Professional Experience

Dow Chemical — Process Operator

Freeport, TX | 2022 – Present

• Operate and monitor equipment in Poly 5, 6, and 7 units to ensure safe and efficient polyethylene production.
• Played key role in commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting of Poly 7 unit, contributing to successful transition from construction to full operation.
• Perform routine field inspections, collect samples, and conduct data analysis to maintain product quality and process stability.
• Identify and resolve operational issues to minimize downtime and improve unit performance.
• Follow and enforce strict safety procedures, including LOTO (Lock Out/Tag Out), confined space entry, and emergency response protocols.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance, engineering, and technical teams to optimize plant performance.
• Complete accurate logs and documentation in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

Skills

• Polyethylene Production Processes
• Unit Commissioning & Start-Up
• Process Troubleshooting
• Field & Control Room Operations
• Safety Procedures & Compliance (OSHA, PSM)
• Quality Assurance & Sampling
• Communication & Team Collaboration
• DCS/SCADA System Operation (e.g., Honeywell,

Currently working at Formosa Plastic's Pvc production unit as a process operator. My responsibilities include preparing preliminary chemicals in the production of Pvc. In charge of directly controlling the blending process of chemicals via dcs board. Other routine responsibilities of the job include:

• Routinely checking work areas to detect leaks and equipment malfunctions to promote safe operating conditions and set aside equipment in need of maintenance or repair.
• Observed gauges, recording instruments and flowmeters to maintain specified conditions.
• Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations and viscosities.
• Adhered to all safety procedures and protocols when using equipment and moving hazardous chemicals to prevent mishaps and accidents.
• Operated fork trucks safely and reported process upsets, chemical releases and security events to appropriate departments.
• Operated all process equipment in accordance to company directions and Standard operating procedures.

Trained with Taurus for a position in operations at formosa plastics. Learned everything having to do with operations at formosa and company policies. Aspects such as health and safety , hazardous energy control, troubleshooting, and unit specific chemicals, equipment and processes among others.

Responsible for operating pvc extruder line equipment, product packaging, and performing quality checks and other duties assigned by supervisor. Completed thorough inspections of finished products in compliance with established protocols and compared results against production specifications. Assisted in the production of all types of pvc pipes and products. Most importantly maximized production quality by inspecting, calibrating and adjusting equipment to stay within parameters.

My job duties and responsibilities as a deli associate foremost was to assist the customer and ensure they are being helped. Secondly is to work with a team top prepare food and product to ensure business keeps flowing. this job has taught me most importantly how to be team driven and used too fast paced environments.