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Will Joseph Reed

Van Vleck,TX

Summary

Proven Process Technician with extensive experience at Chevron Phillips Chemical, adept in GMP compliance and operational efficiency.. Skilled in equipment troubleshooting and process monitoring, with a strong focus on safety and quality. Highly adaptable, excelling in team collaboration and critical decision-making.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Technician

Chevron Phillips Chemical
01.2013 - Current
  • Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on equipment.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime.
  • Prevented equipment fires and alerted plant personnel regarding hazards.
  • Collected samples at designated intervals and performed testing procedures.
  • Monitored temperature, pressure and flow of each piece of equipment.
  • Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
  • Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
  • Monitored and adjusted parameters of chemical production process to achieve desired product quality.
  • Holds 3 Unit certifications including Furnace Board
  • Shift Supervisor Step-Up

Casing Hand

Express Energy
08.2012 - 01.2013
  • Listened carefully to supervisors to understand directions and then carried out all work responsibilities efficiently.
  • Controlled forklifts, cranes and heavy machinery to transport and store materials and equipment.
  • Assisted roughnecks with tasks and supplied with equipment.
  • Attended all safety meetings and utilized techniques learned to avoid mishaps on job.
  • Worked in extreme weather conditions and hazardous areas to keep rigs operational.
  • Used hand and power tools safely and efficiently, following manufacturer and company directions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Wireline Operator

General Electric Company
01.2012 - 08.2012
  • Monitored controls and interpreted instrument readings to locate faults or obstacles.
  • Interpreted instrument readings to determine depth of obstruction.
  • Lifted, installed and removed equipment in extreme weather conditions and temperatures.
  • Coordinated smooth removal of broken casings, screens and drill pipes.
  • Inspected drilling equipment and tools to identify safety concerns.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Chemical Process Operator

Lamberti USA
08.2010 - 01.2012
  • Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
  • Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
  • Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
  • Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
  • Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
  • Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
  • Monitored and adjusted parameters of chemical production process to achieve desired product quality.
  • Troubleshot and solved process equipment problems to minimize production downtime.
  • Operated chemical processing equipment, including centrifuges, evaporators and reactors.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology

Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX
12.2010

Skills

  • GMP implementation
  • Standard operation procedures
  • System inspections
  • System optimization
  • Process monitoring
  • Operational efficiency
  • Process flows
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Process implementation
  • GMP compliance

Additional Information

Starting in January 2023, I assumed the role of Operations Turnaround Coordinator for the upcoming 2026 Unit 22 Turnaround. In this role i have refined my Critical Thinking and problem solving skills while working in collaboration with multiple crafts and projects groups. I have been in charge of large scale worklist scope development, risk assessment, job package creation for unit operations personnel, and projects integration with turnaround scope. Additionally, i have worked with vendors to build plans for the unit's decon procedure and process.

Timeline

Process Technician

Chevron Phillips Chemical
01.2013 - Current

Casing Hand

Express Energy
08.2012 - 01.2013

Wireline Operator

General Electric Company
01.2012 - 08.2012

Chemical Process Operator

Lamberti USA
08.2010 - 01.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology

Wharton County Junior College
Will Joseph Reed