KENNETH CANN

Robstown, TX *****

361-***-**** - ad4ni9@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Responsible Process Operator with excellent troubleshooting skills coupled with almost twenty years of experience. Highly effective in meeting safety requirements and work operational safety compliance. Known for efficiency and above-standard work ethic and ability to comprehend multiple process operating schemes. Well-qualified Senior Process Operator adept at maximizing production quantity and quality for chemical and oil and gas production operations. Team-oriented and safety-driven with good understanding of sampling, testing and recordkeeping requirements. Focused on maintaining safe and highly productive manufacturing operations. Efficiency-driven and analytical with full knowledge of commissioning and pre-commissioning processes. Trained in HSE requirements, PPE gear and emergency response. Experienced manufacturing professional well-versed in daily operations processes, maintenance requirements and housekeeping procedures. Prepares carefully for inspections and updates records through SAP. Detail-oriented and proactive with good verbal and written communication skills, hardworking nature and complex problem- solving strengths. Enthusiastic individual experienced in DCS and field operations. Offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise providing support to effective teams. Dedicated to great final products. health and safety of coworkers and communities and efficient with a strong attention to detail. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Multitasking Process Controller with extensive quality assurance testing and troubleshooting experience. Ambitious individual with experience in process control strategies and new process implementation. A confident Process Controller with exemplary math, communication and leadership skills. Enthusiastic process operator eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of production schemes . Motivated to learn, grow and excel in an operations and supervision roles.

SKILLS

Control room operations

Safe equipment operation

Commissioning processes

Heavy lifting

Analytical and Critical Thinking

DCS Software Proficiency

Technical support and assistance

Troubleshooting and testing

Proficient in DCS operator control

schemes

Forklift Operation

Proficient in work order submission

systems

Proficient in loading and unloading

hazardous materials

Schematics and blueprints

OSHA guidelines

Testing equipment

Training and mentoring

Quality Assurance Testing

Effective communication techniques

Proficient in various LOTO methods

WORK HISTORY

08/2019 to Current Process Operator

BASF Chemical – Bishop, TX

Efficiently operated all equipment and machinery according to manufacturer and company procedures.

Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries and environmental incidents. Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems and deviations, as well as progress on work scheduled in SAP.

Maintained compliance with health, safety and environment practices in accordance with the companies operating air permit, Isolated and prepared operating and associated refining equipment by using company driven LOTO protocol for corrective and scheduled maintenance tasks and kept supervision in the loop on progress,

Kept facility inspection-ready at all times through proactive housekeeping and close monitoring of unit operations.

Communicated effectively with field/board operations and management using closed loop communication,

Utilized standard operation procedures in every task. Inspected products, pumps, and associated equipment to maintain quality, reliability and efficiency daily.

Examined incoming/outgoing hazardous materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.

08/2016 to 07/2019 Process Control Operator

Buckeye Partners – Corpus Christi, TX

Described engineering-related processing equipment and troubleshooting solutions in terms that could be easily understood to my field operations personnel. Acknowledged and signed all environmental documentation in regards to process equipment and companies operating air permit.

Adhered to safety measures and procedures to promote health and safety of all employees and surrounding communities.

Handled troubleshooting of operational issues, ceasing operations whenever conditions were hazardous.

Trained and mentored newly hired employees, offering assistance and insight to equip each for job roles.

Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality daily and consistently.

Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards. Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications. Inspected products and machines to maintain quality, reliability and efficiency. Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products.

Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes. Operated fractional crude splitter units safely, efficiently, and environmentally conscience with team of operators.

Complied with company, TCEQ, and OSHA safety rules and regulations. Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations. Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.

Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components. Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups. Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.

Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems. Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.

Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.

Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics for production runs. 01/2006 to 05/2016 Process Operator

Invista – Victoria, TX

Efficiently operated all equipment associated with producing adipic acid according to company SOP.

Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries and with an environmentally protective conscience.

Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems and deviations. Maintained compliance with health, safety and environment practices with every task given.

Isolated and prepared equipment using Invista LOTO protocols for corrective and scheduled maintenance on process equipment.

Kept facility inspection-ready at all times through proactive housekeeping and close monitoring of daily operations.

Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality. Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards. Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency. Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.

Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime. Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes. Monitored employee actions for adherence to safety procedures. Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products.

Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes. Wrote all documentation in regards to process procedures and made updates whenever changes were implemented for overall improvement. Handled troubleshooting of operational issues, ceasing operations whenever conditions were hazardous.

Trained and mentored newly hired employees, offering assistance and insight to equip each for job roles.

EDUCATION

08/1996 Universal License: HVAC Installation And Repair Community College of The Air Force - Montgomery, AL 1995 High School Diploma

Bloomington High School - Bloomington, TX

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