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Michael Chauser

Saint Francisville

Summary

Results-driven Plant Operator with expertise from Exxon Mobil, skilled in maintaining equipment safety and performance. Proficient in chemical process control and quality assurance testing. Recognized for strong problem-solving abilities and compliance with safety regulations. DOT Qualified and adept at leading teams to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Plant Operator

Exxon Mobil
02.2010 - Current
  • Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
  • Supervised 30+ contractors while maintaining #1 ranking in circuit.
  • Operated specialized tools, instruments, and equipment for tests and maintenance.
  • Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
  • Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
  • Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
  • Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
  • Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels, and water quality indicators.
  • Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
  • Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
  • Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
  • Enforced security of plant entrances by checking identification and recording names of visitors.
  • Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.
  • Measured and adjusted chemical feed rates.
  • Retrieved and performed required tests for quality and integrity on product samples.
  • Used panel boards, control boards and semi-automatic equipment to control or operate chemical processes and systems of machines.
  • Monitored recording instruments, flow meters and panel lights to listen for warning signals.
  • Operated forklifts to move packaged materials and chemical supplies and load and unload trucks and railcars.
  • Collected and tested Gasoline samples to complete quality assurance testing and adjust process controls.
  • Collaborated with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency and product quality.

Tissue Towel Machine Operator

Georgia-Pacific
04.2002 - 02.2010
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
  • Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
  • Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety, and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Central, LA
05-1998

Skills

  • DOT Qualified
  • Tank Cleaning Supervisor Qualified
  • Board Supervisor Qualified (1st Line)
  • PMC Qualified

Accomplishments

  • Supervised 30+ contractors while maintaining #1 ranking within our circuit.
  • Acted as Team Supervisor of 12 employees the development of Pipeband Rebuild after fire in 2019.

Certification

  • DOT Qualified
  • Tank Maintenance Supervisor
  • TWIC Cardholder
  • Anchorage Operator
  • Board Qualified

Timeline

Plant Operator

Exxon Mobil
02.2010 - Current

Tissue Towel Machine Operator

Georgia-Pacific
04.2002 - 02.2010

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Michael Chauser