Process Engineer Quality Control
Resume:
Last Updated: December ****
Jamie O. Young
Metallurgical Process Engineer
Bryant, Arkansas 72022
EDUCATION
MISSOURI UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
AUGUST 2018 – JULY 2022
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING
QUALIFIED PHD CANDIDATE
ROLLA, MISSOURI
MONTANA TECH OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA
AUGUST 2013 – MAY 2017
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN METALLURGICAL &
MATERIALS ENGINEERING
MINOR IN MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES
BUTTE, MONTANA
WORK EXPERIENCE
U.S. VANADIUM, LLC
PROCESS ENGINEER
MARCH 2024 – JUNE 2024
HOT SPRINGS/BENTON, ARKANSAS
Identifying multiple areas of improvement for Benton operations for milling, screening, roasting and overall process control parameters
Defined new KPCs and KPIs
Converting manually recorded data to digital, analyzable data
Developing SOPs from scratch for a site operating without any, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance to ISO standards
Identifying and addressing health and safety concerns with gas analyzers and monitors for the off-gas system
Developing training initiatives to enhance employee awareness of workplace hazards and foster a stronger safety culture
Supporting sales and marketing efforts by providing technical expertise in sulfuric acid, catalyst, and recycling exchanges
Implementing improvements in sampling techniques and operational processes within a short timeframe, executing plant scale experiments
Continue relevant project research using the analytical lab
Encourage community outreach to local and nearby schools as well as establish connections with STEM colleges for future work, research, internships, and employment
CHROMODX
CONTRACTED LAB CONSULTANT
AUGUST 2023 – OCTOBER 2023
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
Successfully established a standardized set of SOPs, contributing to the facility's compliance with regulatory requirements
Achieved a significant improvement in safety measures, resulting in a safer working environment for all staff members
Enhanced operational efficiency by introducing streamlined processes, leading to an increase in productivity
Recognized for exceptional training and knowledge transfer abilities, ensuring a well-skilled team
BREWER SCIENCE, INC.
QUALITY CONTROL – LAB SPECIALIST
JULY 2022 – JULY 2023
ROLLA, MISSOURI
Operated TOSOH for molecular weight and HPLC to validate a chloride method.
Specialized as the primary ICP-MS expert on Agilent 7700 and 7900 instruments, qualifying Agilent 8900 ICP-MS QQQ for both organic and aqueous fluids.
Conducted tests and collaborated closely with
manufacturing, providing support during product
batch production.
Initiated continuous improvements in both laboratory and production practices.
Proactively anticipated and resolved potential issues through rigorous testing and project management.
Led primary projects involving the qualification of the Agilent 8900 instrument and assessment of manual and automatic kinematic viscometers.
MISSOURI UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT
AUGUST 2018 – APRIL 2022
ROLLA, MISSOURI
Mentored undergraduates in projects, classes, and research, with a focus on Senior Design Groups.
Collaborated with fellow graduate students on
outsourced research projects, fostering a collaborative research environment.
Ensured a commitment to safety, consistently utilizing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and
managing hazardous waste responsibly.
Concurrently advanced personal projects, research, and studies while fulfilling graduate student duties.
FREEPORT-MCMORAN – TECHNOLOGY CENTER
METALLURGIST I
JUNE 2017 – JUNE 2018
TUCSON, ARIZONA
Contributed to R&D, providing on-site support for ore preparation, agglomeration, slope stability, stacking, and leaching operations across all North and South American sites.
Mentored interns, overseeing projects and offering technical guidance.
Led impactful projects, including research on Thiourea leaching effects, developing an instrument for optimal acid/moisture content in agglomerated material
(COAA), and implementing the SmartTag™ Ore Tracking System.
Played key roles in the Ore Preparation Team, Leach Modeling Team, and Leaching Bagdad Tailings project, while contributing to intern interviews and the Safety Committee.
FREEPORT-MCMORAN – TECHNOLOGY CENTER
METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING INTERN
MAY 2016 – AUGUST 2016
TUCSON, ARIZONA
SIBANYE – STILLWATER MINING COMPANY – SMELTER
METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING INTERN
MAY 2015 – AUGUST 2015
COLUMBUS, MONTANA
ASARCO GRUPO MEXICO
METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING INTERN
MAY 2014 – AUGUST 2014
AMARILLO, TEXAS
Contact Information
Email:
**********@*******.***
Cell:
Summary
Ambitious and results-
oriented professional with a
passion for working with
teams and driving progress
through innovative problem-
solving. My flexible and
forward-thinking approach
allows me to navigate
challenges effectively, fostering
collaboration and ensuring
consistent project success. I
am motivated by opportunities
that inspire others and achieve
impactful, lasting results.
Technical Skills
Process Improvement
Continuous Improvement
Quality Control
Electrorefining
Extractive Metallurgy
Mineral Processing
Data Analysis
Languages
English (native)
Spanish (elementary)
Contact this candidate