Plant Operator

Thomas L Boughton, II

**** ***** **** ****

Pearland, Texas 77584

Phone: 281-***-****

Email: **********@*****.***

Position desired: Plant Operator

SUMMARY

I graduated cum laude from Alvin Community College with an Associates Degree in Process Technology. My work experience includes serving 4 years in the United States Army. During that time I was in charge of maintaining/troubleshooting all communication systems within my unit. After the Army, I joined Pier 1 Imports and became an assistant manager after only 6 months. Then I worked for 5 years as a correctional officer at the Ramsey I Unit in Rosharon, Texas. After receiving my associates degree, I was hired on at Dixie Chemical Company in La Porte, Texas. I worked with over 10 specialty chemicals and also some pharmaceutical. On a daily basis I handled both solid and liquids in batch processing. I worked for LyondellBasell in an olefins unit, where I gained experience with many pieces of equipment such as dryers, reactors and compressors. I also maintain a public water plant in Pearland, Texas owned by Manvel Terrace Utilities. My job experience there specializes in plant operations and includes but is not limited to boilers, pumps and overall plant safety. I am currently employed with Pasadena Refinery Systems, Incorporated. I work within the alkylation unit along with maintaining/operating the boilers that produce steam for the entire refinery.

WORK HISTORY

2009 - Currently Employed Pasadena Refinery Systems, Inc.

I work in an alkylation unit where we react propane and butane in the presence of HF acid to produce octane.

- Constantly reviewing the operation of the plant to monitor production and quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

- Participates in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.

- Samples and tests process streams as required by the QA program and procedures.

- Understands and interprets QA results and took appropriate action when required.

- Communicates directly with the maintenance department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas by using the permit policy required by PRSI.

- Performs preventive maintenance activities as required.

- Assists maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs.

- Assists with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues.

- Participates in safety, health and environmental programs.

- Knows and understands city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to process

operations and works in a manner to ensure that these regulations are met at all times.

-Works in a safe manner at all times. -Participated in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.

2008 - 2009 LyondellBasell

I worked in an olefins unit where primarily ethylene and propylene are produced; in addition to all job descriptions listed for PRSI.

2007 - 2008 Dixie Chemical Company

In my unit I work with over 10 specialty chemicals and also some pharmaceutical. On a daily basis I handle both solids and liquids in batch processing. My unit operations include, but are not limited to:

- Centrifugation

- Distillation (High Vacuum, High efficiency, Low residence, Multi-stage separation, Single stage separation, Batch & Continuous)

- Drying (Double cone rotary vacuum)

- Extraction

- Mixing (Blending, Formulation)

- Per Vaporation

- Solvent Exchange -Organic (Multi-step with solvent recovery, cGMP capability) and Inorganic Synthesis

2001 - Present Plant Operator(per diem), Manvel Terrace Utilities

It is my responsibility to oversee all maintenance, construction and plumbing tasks including preventative, corrective and emergency situations. I monitor all chemicals in the plant mostly comprised of phosphate and chlorine. I conduct monthly water sampling and submit them to the lab to ensure water quality.

2002 - 2007 Correctional Officer IV, Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Responsible for maintaining and controlling the inmate population at a medium security facility, including cell searches and perimeter security. Perform routine counts of inmates to insure security.

2000 - 2001 Assistant Manager, Pier 1 Imports

Charged with overseeing daily operations at a major retail store, training employees on company procedure, and maintained inventory of a high volume outlet. Made daily schedules for employees to perform before close of business.

1996 - 2000 Signal Support Systems Specialist 31U10, United States Army

Maintained and repaired the communications systems for a field artillery unit including Sincgars Radio system and GPS(Global Positioning System). Operated in small and large team atmospheres to maintain communications.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma, La Marque High School, May 1995

Associates Degree in Applied Science specializing in Process Technology, Alvin Community College, May 2006 Cum Laude Graduate, GPA 3.6

AWARDS AND LICENSES

• Multiple Certificates of Achievements for Communications excellence 1996 - 2000

• Good Conduct Medal - 1998

• Meritorious Service Award - 2000

• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class C Operator's License 2006 - Present

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