Francis Jumla
Calgary,AB
Summary
Trustworthy individual proudly employed as a Process Operator for more than 8 years. Team-driven and used to fast-paced environments. Ready to join a new organization in the position of Boiler Room Operator/Process Operator/Shift Engineer. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dedicated to keeping manufacturing operations efficient and safe. Results-driven and focused with in-depth understanding of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. Knowledgeable about health, safety and environmental practices, as well as safety gear and emergency response protocols.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Distillery Process Operator
Alberta Distillers Limited
Calgary, AB
01.2018 - Current
- Operated process equipment and utilities including: interacting with automated controls, starting/stopping pumps, sample collection, sterilization of tanks, monitoring process conditions and adjusting as needed
- Monitored and operating all functions of the distillation process-grain cooking, fermentation, continuous distillation, batch distillation and processing.
- Adhered to GMP/HACCP/Food Safety Standards
- Making run condition change/decisions based on analysis
- Accurately maintained proper documentation of process information per GMP guidelines
- Responded to changing process conditions and alarms to maintain process stability
- Operated a computer based process system (Distributive Control System) in order to produce quality distillates from various grains
- Performed quality control analyses throughout the distillation process
- Oversaw the manufacturing and distillation process and its key elements in: Grain transfer, Cooking, Fermentation, Beer distillation, Batch distillation, Extractive distillation, Rectifying column, kettle/pot distillation
- Performed equipment start-up/shut-down
- Monitored the performance of plant equipment and process conditions
- Read flow meters, temperature and pressure gauges
- Operated a 180 PSI-capacity water-tube boiler, Sodium Softeners, Air compressors and Reverse Osmosis water filtration system
- Participated in troubleshooting process offsets and was actively involved in Root Cause Analyses investigations
- Inspected, cleaned and sanitized work areas to remove safety hazards and reduce production errors
- Minimized safety hazards by maintaining clean and organized work areas
- Identified process improvements to enhance performance and reduce operating costs.
Assistant Engineer/Process Operator
Alberta Distillers Limited
Calgary, AB
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Operating the Steam Plant within all applicable ABSA Regulations, ASME Codes, ADL Standard Operating Procedures, and Alberta Environmental License requirements to maintain an adequate supply of steam for production and heating requirements
- Reporting all Accidents and or damage of Pressure Equipment Immediately to the Chief Engineer
- Conducting boiler and auxiliary equipment rounds at least every 2 hours or more frequently during abnormal conditions
- Operate and maintain high pressure boilers and auxiliary boiler plant equipment, towers and related pumps
- Safely performs functions of the position including following proper company safety guidelines, such as lockout/tag out, confined space, and hot work procedures, and wearing PPE as required
- Operating and regenerating boiler feedwater treatment systems as required and replenishing all chemical holding tanks to the specified concentrations
- Conducting water analysis tests and recording results on daily log sheets, ensuring test results are within desired control ranges
- Adding chemicals as required and adjusting blowdowns as necessary to maintain specified limits
- Assisting with Chemical Inventory as required
- Making log book entries of operating conditions and ensuring all abnormal conditions are logged so that other shift engineers, Chief Engineer are aware
- These are communicated verbally to relief shift engineer at shift change
- Operating and regenerating R.O
- System to supply an adequate water supply to the tankhouse
- Performing required tests for cooling water
- Logging results and ensuring treatment chemicals are added as needed to maintain water quality
- Operating the chlorine system and building, responding to alarms and monitoring heat tracing system
- Operating air compressors as needed to supply plant air demands without undue running time
- Operating and monitoring air dryer performance
- Monitoring plant utilities (water, steam, air, gas) usage on the Experion monitor and reporting abnormal use to the Chief Engineer
- Monitoring all Boiler and auxiliary systems on Experion, responding to alarms and taking appropriate corrective action
- Analyzing trends and upset conditions to prevent future reoccurrence
- Monitoring all Boiler and auxiliary systems on Experion to ensure systems are controlling parameters as required to maintain safe and efficient operation.
Process Operator
Alberta Distillers Limited
Calgary, AB
04.2014 - 01.2017
- Receive incoming grain and evaluate grain as set out by the Canada Grain Standards
- Monitor Dry House process through the DCS, for offsets and ensure equipment is running within acceptable parameters
- Assist in Start-up and Shut-down of Centrifuges, conveyors, pumps, scrubber system, Grain Drying system (including emergency shutdowns)
- Assist in monthly Caustic Wash of syrup lines, Evaporators and the Concentrator
- Conducts safety inspections and follow safety rules and procedures
- Participation in safety meetings, continuous improvement programmes (5S, monthly safety inspections)
- Conducts safety inspections and follow safety rules and procedures
- Notify Shift Supervisor of all issues requiring maintenance
- Pass on vital information during shift change in a clear and concise way
- Active participation in turnarounds.
Education
Certification: Power Engineering (3rd Class) -
SAIT Polytechnique, Calgary
Bachelor of Science (B.S.): Environmental Science -
University of Buea
Master of Science (M.S.): Water Resources Engineering -
KU Leuven
Skills
- Production logging
- Process improvement
- Supply monitoring
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Technical troubleshooting
- Highly dependable, self starter, and reliable worker
- Quality Control
- Equipment Operation
- Work Order Management
- New Hire Training
- Federal Regulation Compliance
- Maintenance Understanding
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Pre-Commissioning Procedures
- Data Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Safe Equipment Operation
Timeline
Distillery Process Operator
Alberta Distillers Limited
01.2018 - Current
Assistant Engineer/Process Operator
Alberta Distillers Limited
02.2016 - 01.2017
Process Operator
Alberta Distillers Limited
04.2014 - 01.2017
Certification: Power Engineering (3rd Class) -
SAIT Polytechnique, Calgary
Bachelor of Science (B.S.): Environmental Science -
University of Buea
Master of Science (M.S.): Water Resources Engineering -
KU Leuven
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