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Leonard Craft

LaPlace

Summary

Self-motivated plant operator and supervisor with over 15 years of experience in chemical and petroleum operations. Committed to maintaining environmental and safety compliance while maximizing process efficiency. Seeking opportunities to leverage leadership, troubleshooting, and operational skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chemical Plant Operator-Lead

BWC Terminal
05.2024 - Current
  • Train, mentor, and support operators on equipment use, safety protocols, and SOPs
  • Lead day-to-day terminal operations, ensuring safe and efficient bulk liquid handling
  • Monitor and control chemical processing systems and related equipment in compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Perform startup, shutdown, and emergency procedures for process systems and auxiliary equipment.
  • Conduct routine sampling and field testing to ensure chemical specifications and environmental compliance.
  • Operate pumps, valves, and meters to regulate flow and maintain system integrity.
  • Maintain logs and records of operations, equipment inspections, and maintenance activities.
  • Troubleshoot process deviations and perform minor mechanical adjustments or repairs as needed.

Operator Assistant Foreman

International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT)
11.2008 - 10.2019
  • - Supervised four plant operators during daily terminal operations.
  • - Gauged tanks storing chemical, petroleum, and petrochemical products.
  • - Ensured safety and environmental compliance through policy enforcement and inspections.
  • - Troubleshot and maintained operational tools and equipment.
  • - Operated within Heater House, Boiler, and Bulk Departments.
  • - Accurately completed tank gauges and product movements per protocol.

Oil/Water King - Oil Lab, Generator Operator, Leading Petty Officer

United States Navy - USS IWO JIMA (LHD-7)
04.2004 - 01.2008
  • - Delivered operational briefings to commanding officers and supervised fuel transfers.
  • - Conducted chemical testing for boiler/feed water, fuel oil, and engine oil.
  • - Maintained engine rooms and generator systems, including lube oil strainers and air ejectors.
  • - Managed oily waste discharge and led emergency generator operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Destrehan High School
Destrehan, LA
05.2003

Skills

  • - Microsoft Word and Excel
  • - Operation of various liquid transfer systems
  • - Troubleshooting and process monitoring
  • - Strong leadership and communication abilities

Personal Information

Certification

  • - Naval Engineering Certification
  • - Oil Pollution Abatement Course
  • - Boiler Water/Feedwater Chelant Supervisor
  • - Propulsion Fuel Oil Testing (F-26)
  • - CPR Certified
  • - Certified in Respiratory Safety
  • - Fire Brigade Certified

Timeline

Chemical Plant Operator-Lead

BWC Terminal
05.2024 - Current

Operator Assistant Foreman

International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT)
11.2008 - 10.2019

Oil/Water King - Oil Lab, Generator Operator, Leading Petty Officer

United States Navy - USS IWO JIMA (LHD-7)
04.2004 - 01.2008

High School Diploma -

Destrehan High School

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