Victor Edwards
Midland
Summary
Material professional with strong background in inventory management, supply chain logistics, and quality control. Proven ability to optimize material flows, enhance procurement processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and focus on delivering tangible results. Skilled in ERP systems, vendor coordination, and inventory forecasting. Dependable and resourceful, consistently meeting operational goals and supporting changing business needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Blender/Material Specialist
SNF
05.2021 - Current
- Operated blending equipment to produce chemical formulations efficiently.
- Monitored and adjusted blending processes to ensure product quality and consistency.
- Collaborated with quality control teams to maintain compliance with safety standards.
- Trained new employees on safe operating procedures and equipment usage.
- Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to proper handling, storage, and disposal procedures for chemicals.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance checks to prevent downtime and maintain optimal performance levels.
- Improved product quality by monitoring and adjusting chemical blending processes according to specifications.
- Developed and implemented strategies for quality assurance in material handling procedures.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency, managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts.
- Weighed and measured chemical materials and updated records with collected data.
- Unloaded completed mixtures into containers for further processing and bulk products from tanker to tanker.
- Conducted regular maintenance on blending machinery, pumps, compressors, to minimize downtime.
Laboratory Analyst
Syensqo
04.2018 - 05.2021
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative analyses of samples to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized laboratory equipment and software for data collection, ensuring accuracy in results.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot testing procedures and improve workflows.
- Developed and maintained detailed documentation of experiments, protocols, and results for traceability.
- Conducted routine maintenance on laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime.
- Ensured proper handling of hazardous materials according to established guidelines for safe disposal or storage.
- Operated and troubleshot equipment, instruments and associated software and routinely performed quality control on instrumentation to comply with established specifications.
Field Chemist
Schlumberger Technology Corporation
08.2014 - 10.2017
- Conducted field sampling and analysis of fluids and solids for various drilling operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during chemical handling and field procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize chemical formulations for enhanced performance.
- Developed and maintained accurate documentation of analytical results and field reports.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adapting to various field environments including industrial sites, laboratories, confined spaces or outdoor locations.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive client information while preparing comprehensive reports detailing chemical analyses results.
- Increased operational efficiency by maintaining a clean work environment and properly calibrating instruments before each use.
- Identified potential hazards with proactive risk assessments, minimizing incidents during field operations.
- Improved hazardous waste management by conducting thorough field analysis and accurate documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology/ Minor in Chemistry
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX09-2013
Associate of Applied Science - Science
Houston Community College
Houston, TX12-2010
Skills
- Chemical storage
- Analytical techniques
- Production planning
- Chemical processing
- Process safety management
- Hazardous material management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Industrial safety
- Mechanical skills
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Chemical Blender/Material Specialist
SNF
05.2021 - Current
Laboratory Analyst
Syensqo
04.2018 - 05.2021
Field Chemist
Schlumberger Technology Corporation
08.2014 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biology/ Minor in Chemistry
Texas Southern University
Associate of Applied Science - Science
Houston Community College