Operator Plant

Dudley Gipson

Houston, TX *****

*****@*****.*** - 225-***-****

Hardworking, knowledgeable individual seeking a chemical plant operator position that will allow usage of critical thinking, knowledge of public safety and mechanical knowledge to make a positive impact as a member of a professional team.

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

WORK EXPERIENCE

Centrifuge Operator

Liquid Environmental Solutions - Houston, TX - February 2016 to Present Responsibilities are operating and maintaining Centrifuge in the safe manor, making tank to tank transfer, loading and unloading of raw materials and finished product Electrolyte Operator

BASF ( Lofton staffing ) - Zachary, LA - August 2013 to January 2016 Responsible for the batch processing of electrolyte solutions - solvent blends, lithium salt addition, raw material inventory, troubleshooting, forklift operation, fire brigade, confined space rescue team, emergency medical responder and preventative maintenance.

Plant Operator

Ormet Aluminum - Sorrento, LA - May 2012 to August 2013

- Responsible for offloading to plant conveyor system. Ensure the quality of the products and materials by testing and analyzing samples on a regular basis.

- Responsible for checking daily logs that help to determine proper operation of equipment. Dock Operator/Lab Tech, IMTT

Tank Farmer - Geismar, LA - September 2009 to May 2012

- Maintained and monitored storage tanks and pumps. Coordinated tank-to-tank and plant-to-plant transfers.

- Load/Unload HCL tanks to and from trucks to railcars

- Cleaned and maintained all equipment after job completion

- Filed invoices, placed phone calls, faxed orders, and other assistant work

- Kept accurate reports of each job for future reference Process Technician

Tank Farmer - Plaquemine, LA - September 2009 to May 2012

- Performed operational and troubleshooting duties to the Aromatics Plant

- Regulate the use and functions of machinery throughout the plant

- Ensure the safe storage of hazardous and non-hazardous materials Process Operator

Ferro Corporation - Plaquemine, LA - January 2005 to November 2007

- Performance of routine and non-routine operation and maintenance duties

- Troubleshoot and maintain various pieces of mechanical machinery Tank Farm Supervisor

Excell Logistics - Baton Rouge, LA - December 2003 to January 2005

- Supervised shipping and receiving processes

- Changed and maintained pumps, motors, and piping

- Pulled and prepared pumps for repair

- Oiled pumps and motors daily

- Assured quality of finished products while keeping current with ongoing automation. EDUCATION

High School Diploma

ITI Technical College - Houston, TX

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SKILLS PROFILE

- TWIC, SCBA and Heavy Equipment Certification

- Hazmat Technician, First Responder, Fire Brigade Member

- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of batching operations

- Great communication and leadership skills

- Proficient understanding of computer programs and systems related to the job

- Excellent physical condition, capable of performing physical labor in all weather conditions

- Conscientious and organized for an efficient work environment

- Great hand-eye coordination needed for manual labor

- Ability to work in a team toward a common goal

- Excellent driving, safety, and attendance record

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