Kane Ward
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Experienced with process optimization and system troubleshooting. Utilizes operational knowledge to enhance production efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance. Strong understanding of teamwork and adaptability, contributing to smooth and reliable process operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operator
Westlake Chemical
Westlake, LA
08.2015 - Current
- Contributed to a safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety guidelines and reporting potential hazards.
- Utilized computer systems effectively to monitor processes and input critical data accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of production data, facilitating informed decision-making for management.
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems and deviations.
- Coordinated with other departments such as engineering, maintenance or quality control when necessary for smooth operations.
Welder Helper
Ohmstede
Sulphur, LA
03.2014 - 08.2015
- Assist welders/ pipefitters in setting up jobs
- Prep job material for welders and clean mark ups
- Read and understand blueprints for each job
- Retrieve correct materials to be used on job
Process Operator
PolyOne
Lake Charles, LA
12.2011 - 02.2014
- Operate blowers, pumps, feeders, and extruders
- Handle, and blend raw materials to complete quality finished product
- Use lab analysis to make adjustments to process as needed
- Routinely sample and record process controls, gauges, and temperatures on data log sheets and document into logbook
- Handle any error situation in a safe and timely manner.
Process Operator
Alloy Polymers
Orange, TX
05.2011 - 12.2011
- Maintain clean work area
- Handle raw material to mix with batch for finished product
- Assist lead operator with unit and respond to operation issues
- Complete machine turnarounds
- Use vacuum lines to load and unload railcars
- Package customer's material and label boxes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Orangefield Highschool
Orangefield, TX05-2010
Skills
- Standard operating procedures
- Process control
- Equipment operation
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Control room operations
- Process improvement
- Experienced in Microsoft, Excel, SAP
Timeline
Process Operator
Westlake Chemical
08.2015 - Current
Welder Helper
Ohmstede
03.2014 - 08.2015
Process Operator
PolyOne
12.2011 - 02.2014
Process Operator
Alloy Polymers
05.2011 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
Orangefield Highschool
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