Kyle Camardelle
Des Allemands,LA
Summary
Results-driven process and operations professional with a deep understanding of complex systems and safety protocols. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency while maintaining the highest quality standards. Recognized for cultivating teamwork and adapting to dynamic environments, ensuring seamless operations and consistent, reliable outcomes. Committed to leveraging expertise to drive continuous improvement and achieve operational excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
PROCESS OPERATOR
VENTURE GLOBAL LNG
01.2024 - Current
- Follow Safe Operating Procedures to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas
- Operates and field checks process equipment. Monitor process conditions, equipment and control systems
- Performs tasks assigned to operations such as daily reading rounds, equipment preparation, samples, LOTO, etc.
- Uses troubleshooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems
- Train and assist others on plant operations
- Uses process knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant performance and operating discipline
- Perform process equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate process and disciplines
- Assisted in commissioning and construction of various units throughout the plant
- Commissioned and assisted in bringing in first gas into the plant safely and successfully
CHEMICAL PROCESS OPERATOR
ROEHM AMERICA
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Supported plant-wide efforts to maintain ISO certifications through rigorous adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Reduced waste generation by closely monitoring process parameters and making necessary adjustments.
- Maintained accurate records of all chemical inventories, ensuring proper storage and handling procedures were followed.
- Ensured timely delivery of high-quality products by closely monitoring batch processing from start to finish.
- Conducted regular audits on equipment functionality, ultimately prolonging lifespan while minimizing downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues and improve overall plant performance.
- Actively participated in safety training sessions, fostering a culture of accountability within the workplace environment.
- Managed daily production activities, coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and operational goals.
- Streamlined operations, performing routine checks on chemical levels and system performance.
- Trained new employees on standard operating procedures, reinforcing company values of safety and quality control.
LEAD OPERATOR/UTILITY OPERATOR
FUJI VEGETABLE OIL
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted start up and commission of the Bleaching Process, Deodorization Process, and Interesterification Process
- Commissioned vacuum system and vacuum pumps
- Assisted in commissioning high pressure steam boilers
- Responsible for overlooking all plant utilities including boilers, plant nitrogen supply, plant water supply, and wastewater treatment plant
- Helped train and assist operators on how to use the Plant PAX Systems on the PLC and understand how the PLC program works and operates
- Manage and maintained units for housekeeping to ensure they are food grade certified
- Look over scheduling and planning to ensure process orders are met and product is made in the allotted time slots
- Safely operate and oversee production units to ensure process oil was in speck for customer approval
- Used SAP to confirm process orders and process batches
- Conduct meetings with contractors daily to go over JSA's and work itinerary for the day
- Perform LOTO's for maintenance and contractors
- Issue Safe Work Permits, Hot Work Permits, and Confined Space Permits for maintenance department and on-site contractors
- Took part in safety walk arounds and safety audits
- Ensured all safety practices and procedures were met for all job tasks
- Created EIL (Energy Isolation Lockouts) for all process equipment and process vessels
- Assisted in the creating of SOP's and troubleshooting guides for process systems
PROCESS OPERATOR
VERTEX ENERGY
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Experience in Used Motor Oil Recycle Unit as an, Manage and keep up to date with unit housekeeping
- Execute on-shift activities for safe operations
- Make rounds, safety checks, line-ups, start and stop equipment, as well as troubleshoot malfunctioning/broken equipment and report if necessary
- Effectively come together and work as a team during normal operations, startup, and shutdown
- Communicate with planners, when Work Orders are tagged and ready for completion
- Participate in daily meetings, having to effectively communicate process issues and needed maintenance
PLANT OPERATOR/MATERIAL HANDLER
HALLIBURTON
12.2016 - 08.2019
- Oversee and manage daily plant operations
- Responsible for loading and unloading dry chemicals from OSV's (Offshore Safety Vessel)
- Coordinate with mud engineers offshore to create orders following specific guidelines and direction
- Create orders according to specific directions from mud engineers offshore
- Rigging for cranes to load boats onto cargo on a regular basis
- Comply with daily JSA's to ensure safe and proper work
- Oversee the mixing of mud with dry chemicals to export offshore
- Responsible for daily inspections of all plants, cranes, and forklifts to ensure proper maintenance and safety protocols
Education
AAS - TECHNOLOGY
SCL TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Laplace, LA05.2016
Skills
- Lockout/tagout procedures
- Understanding of OSHA plant safety regulations
- Effective communication skills
- Pressure testing procedures
- Pipeline inspection techniques
- Hazardous materials handling
- Plant shutdown management
- Emergency response team member
- Equipment operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Housekeeping skills
- Troubleshooting and repair
- New hire training
- Understanding of federal transportation regulations
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Standard operating procedures
- Process control
- Safety protocols and procedures
Timeline
PROCESS OPERATOR
VENTURE GLOBAL LNG
01.2024 - Current
CHEMICAL PROCESS OPERATOR
ROEHM AMERICA
04.2022 - 01.2024
LEAD OPERATOR/UTILITY OPERATOR
FUJI VEGETABLE OIL
06.2021 - 04.2022
PROCESS OPERATOR
VERTEX ENERGY
08.2019 - 06.2021
PLANT OPERATOR/MATERIAL HANDLER
HALLIBURTON
12.2016 - 08.2019
AAS - TECHNOLOGY
SCL TECHNICAL COLLEGE
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