Key contributor accomplished in facilitating operations by leveraging applied experience in quality assurance, process engineering, and research/analysis. Broad-based skill set incudes oversight of production, facility operations, and safety management systems. Excels in proactively identifying process improvement opportunities. Excellent liaison skills further complement role as a hands-on communicator, successfully engaging with diverse stakeholders to achieve collaboration and goal alignment.

Core Competencies

Root Cause Analysis Safety Policies Procedures Chemical Safety

Staff Training Coaching Problem Identification Resolution Manufacturing Environments

Professional Overview

UNITED STATES STEEL CORPORATION 08/2007 - 09/2015

Metallographer (12/2012 - 09/2015)

Executed steel sample evaluation, including defect analysis, methodically examining samples to determine root cause of defects.

Operated scanning electron microscope with EDS (energy dispersive spectrometer). Performed microstructure rating of steel samples and processed samples for further testing.

Enhanced transparency and data transfer by preparing investigation reports detailing sample testing results.

Acknowledged by leadership for successfully transitioning the metallography lab from a source of complaints to a source of compliments within first year of employment. Dramatically improved sample investigation turnaround time.

Facilitated access to samples and proper sample handling/disposal by proactively restructuring sample storage and identification.

Quality Assurance Laboratory Manager (08/2007 - 12/2012)

Drove optimal operations by spearheading the supervision of five quality assurance testing laboratories.

Coordinated laboratory equipment/facility maintenance efforts. Performed logistic services for the Quality Assurance organization.

Maintained A2LA accreditation of testing methods to ISO 17025 standard, including round robin testing organization and execution.

Enhanced staff productivity and performance by coordinating, scheduling, and cross-training 34 employees.

Achieved zero OSHA recordable injuries in department during entire tenure.

Proactively developed a result-driven computer data entry system in collaboration with a software programmer to eliminate paper reports, communicate results to appropriate personnel, and flag erroneous results.

WEATHERFORD WIRELINE SERVICES 05/2004 - 08/2007

Field Engineer

Oversaw field operations and equipment maintenance while ensuring effectual client engagement as Primary Customer Liaison.

Coordinated on-site operations, including evaluation of gas/oil well data logs. Swiftly resolved and troubleshot diverse issues.

Maintained effective workflows by managing crew member schedules and by leading entry-level engineer and operator training.

Operated the $650K logging unit, generating an average monthly revenue of $90K. Guided logging engineers as one of only two professionals knowledgeable in well logging tools.

Upheld safe working environments by conducting pre-job safety meetings, managing overall crew safety, and properly administering hazardous materials used in field operations, including explosives and radioactive sources.

COMPUTALOG WIRELINE SERVICES 02/2001 - 05/2003

Field Engineer

Ensured effective field and equipment operations through comprehensive oversight of all staff and processes.

Supported staff development and competence by conducting training and performance feedback.

Successfully operated the logging unit, providing extensive guidance to logging engineers on tool usage.

Previous Roles: Regional Logging Engineer, Baker Atlas Lab Technician, Stratco Inc.

Education & Professional Development

BS, Chemical Engineering, University of Missouri

Professional Skills: Passed Engineer in Training Exam Radiological Safety Oil/Gas Well Data Log Interpretation Explosives Safety Computer Assembly Soldering ISO 17025 Microsoft Office

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