Will Spears
Hamlet,NC
Summary
Seasoned Chemical Plant board Operator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in process optimization, chemical safety procedures, and equipment monitoring to ensure seamless plant operations. Excel at teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, contributing to enhanced workplace efficiency and safety standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Plant Operator
Trinity manufacturing
Hamlet, Nc
04.2021 - Current
- When I started working at Trinity I started as a chemical plant operator. These tasks involved loading trailers, pulling and running samples of our process and logging them. Doing routine rounds 2 times per shift. Following standard plant procedures. After about 2 years I took on a new role Loading specialist, in this role on my shift I was in charge over all loading and unloading activities. In this role I worked with customer service making sure delivers we’re going where they were supposed to and quality of product meets our plant standards. This role also gave me the opportunity to take a leadership role as working with the loader operator on my shift. After that job I took on a new role in the control room. In the control room I monitor over all plant activities via dcs. Watching temperatures, levels, pressures, flows and everything else. Communication with all departments operators, maintenance, management.
- Monitored reactor conditions and adjusted controls during production runs
- Measured raw materials and mixed batches following plant procedures
- Recorded process readings and completed shift log documentation
- Trained new operators on standard operating procedures and equipment checks
- Communicated with maintenance and supervisors to support smooth plant operations
- Executed standard operating procedures, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational consistency.
- Complied with OSHA safety guidelines while handling hazardous material.
- Checked work areas to detect leaks and equipment malfunctions to promote safe operating conditions.
- Monitored DCS screens to control plant equipment and process conditions.
- Adjusted control settings to maintain safe and stable operations.
- Responded to alarms and coordinated corrective actions with field operators.
- Logged operating data and shift notes in control room records.
- Communicated timely status updates with maintenance and production teams, facilitating seamless operations across departments.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving malfunctioning equipment, coordinating corrective actions to minimize downtime.
Handyman/Landscaping
Spears Lawn Maintenance/Self Employed
08.2018 - Current
- Maintained lawns and yards through mowing, trimming, and planting to enhance outdoor aesthetics.
- Repaired doors, locks, fixtures, and trim for Spears Lawn Maintenance clients, ensuring functionality and security.
- Installed shelves, hardware, and basic carpentry materials at self-employed job sites.
- Serviced tools, ladders, and work vehicles for Spears Lawn Maintenance operations, ensuring readiness for projects.
Yard finisher
VBC manufacturing
Hamlet, Nc
06.2020 - 04.2021
- My job is titled as the yard crew we do pretty much anything from plumbing in a sink, hanging cabinets, wiring outlets, to lagging houses on 70 ft frames. Since working at VBC, I became certified in driving a forklift and operated one. While in this position i took on responsibility of being the lead yard finisher. I was in charge of doing final walk-throughs on the modules that were being built and deciding if they were good to go or needed some work before they left. This role taught me a lot about leadership and managing the guys under me.
- Inspected properties for damage and identified maintenance tasks to maintain quality standards.
- Installed shelves, trim, and small household components.
- Completed painting, patching, and surface preparation work.
- Cleaned work areas thoroughly to ensure a safe and organized environment. and removed debris after service completion.
- Repaired drywall holes using spackle or joint compound to restore surfaces to original condition.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
Sales Associate
Carolina jewelry and pawn
Rockingham, NC
07.2014 - 08.2017
- Served as sales representative at pawn shop, interacting with diverse customers daily and achieving recognition as leading sales rep.
- Welcomed customers at Carolina Jewelry and Pawn, providing professional and friendly service to enhance customer experience.
- Described jewelry features, pricing, and pawn policies to shoppers, facilitating informed purchasing decisions.
- I was a sales representative at a pawn shop i interacted with many people every day. I have very good people skills and many times I was the leading sales rep!
Education
High school or equivalent -
Richmond Senior High School
Rockingham, NCHigh school or equivalent -
Richmond Senior High School
Rockingham, NCSkills
- DCS operation
- Plant operations
- SOP compliance
- Hazardous materials
- Chemical handling
- Quality assurance monitoring
- P&id reading
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking aptitude
- Attention to detail
Team leadership
- Customer Interaction
- Hazardous material handling
CUST
#readytowork
Timeline
Chemical Plant Operator
Trinity manufacturing
04.2021 - Current
Yard finisher
VBC manufacturing
06.2020 - 04.2021
Handyman/Landscaping
Spears Lawn Maintenance/Self Employed
08.2018 - Current
Sales Associate
Carolina jewelry and pawn
07.2014 - 08.2017
High school or equivalent -
Richmond Senior High School
High school or equivalent -
Richmond Senior High School