John Michael Randolph

Augusta, Georgia 706-***-****

acy0yz@r.postjobfree.com

Senior Process Engineer

Proven leader with over 20 years of experience in all facets of process engineering, focused on optimizing product performance and improving process efficiency. Skilled in collaborating with all members of the organization by providing management and direction to technical staff, continually enhancing processes and products. Effective communicator, knowledgeable in technical, proposal, and patent writing. Results-driven professional commended for implementing cost effective processes, increasing company profits substantially. Proficient and experienced in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCad, Wonderware, Maximo, and Active Factory.

Technical Proficiency

Process Engineering

Minerals Processing

Mine Safety Regulations

Chemical Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Product Optimization

Project Management

Process Design

Technical Customer Service

Process Engineer Support

Process Water Management

Plant Automation

Environmental Permitting

Technical Sales Support

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

THIELE KAOLIN COMPANY, Sandersville, GA 2008 – 2017

Fine Particle Technology Research and Development Group Leader

Supervised and directed the Fine Particle Technology Research Group, focused on collaborating with production staff to optimize production and reduce operating costs. Dedicated to monitoring operations and reviewing daily production, identifying and resolving issues effectively. Developed and administered multiple continuous process improvement projects, increasing productivity and positively impacting product profitability. Designed and conducted laboratory experiments, providing evidence to support the use of more efficient approaches and leading to the implementation of production scale trials. Analyzed and compiled production scale trial results, presenting project documentation, including CAD drawings and reports, to upper level management for review. Administered the expansion of products utilized by pulp, paper and plastics industries through the creation of new pigments, coatings, and products.

Spearheaded a project focused on optimizing leaching, reducing the company’s total leaching expenses by 50% and increasing profits.

Oversaw the development and implementation of Printmax, increasing gross revenue annually by $1 million.

Administered a selective flocculation optimization project, resulting in an increased overall product yield of 15%.

Slashed primary dispersion costs for the company by approximately 20%, designing, testing, and launching a dispersion optimization project.

Rewarded for developing and commercializing a product used throughout the packaging industry.

Completed projects supporting the companies’ additional operations in the areas of mining, prospecting, and environmental activities.

THIELE KAOLIN COMPANY, Sandersville, GA 1997 – 2008

Research Engineer

Conducted experiments, audited processes, and completed plant trials, focusing on auditing processes and increasing productivity. Evaluated and analyzed new process chemical samples for potential use within the company. Collaborated as part of the Minerals Processing Research Group, completing plant material and water balance studies.

Increased gross revenue to $750,000 per year, collaborated on the development of the product Kaomax 410.

Provided assistance on a project which led to the reduction of overall operating expenses by 10%.

Developed and implemented a project enhancing froth flotation, increasing throughput by 20%.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Masters of Science, Mining and Minerals Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia, 1997

Bachelors of Science, Major in Mining and Minerals Engineering, Minor in Geology, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia, 1995

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

AIChE American Filtration Society Society of Mining Engineers

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