John Lewczyk
10607 174B Avenue NW Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dynamic Process Operator with extensive experience at Shell Chemicals, excelling in plant commissioning and start-up. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through DCS upgrades and effective team collaboration. Skilled in emergency response and proficient in Microsoft Office, ensuring safety and productivity in high-pressure environments. 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 emergency response protocols.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operator / Commissioning / Start-up Technician
Shell Chemicals
Fort Saskatchewan, AB
03.1999 - 05.2025
- Worked as a Process Team member responsible for safely running and maintaining Mono-Ethylene Glycol (MEG) Plant with a day/night rotating schedule near Fort Saskatchewan
- Operated the plants process waste water treatment facility (Bio-treater)
- Participated as an active member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) on site
- Upgraded DCS system as an Operations Project Lead
- Developed commissioning procedures to start up this new plant
Process Operator / Commissioning / Start-up Technician
UMEX Incorporated
Leduc, AB
03.1996 - 03.1999
- Participated in the start-up of a new facility
- Dedicated member of a self managed team responsible for production, maintenance, and administrative functions
- Developed an Instrumentation Cross reference data base using Microsoft Access 7.0
Education
Third (3rd) Class Power Engineering Certificate -
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
05-2005
Instrumentation Engineering Technology Diploma -
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
05-1994
Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma -
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
05-1991
Skills
- Standard First Aid
- CPR/AED level C
- Fire Fighter Level I
- Fire Fighter Level II
- Fire Fighter Level III
- Pumper A course training
- Industrial Fire Brigade Training
- TDG
- WHMIS
- H2S
- Microsoft Office
- Word
- Excel
- Forklift Experience
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing pickle ball, baseball, badminton
- Playing accordion
- Gardening and experimenting with new recipes
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Process Operator / Commissioning / Start-up Technician
Shell Chemicals
03.1999 - 05.2025
Process Operator / Commissioning / Start-up Technician
UMEX Incorporated
03.1996 - 03.1999
Third (3rd) Class Power Engineering Certificate -
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
Instrumentation Engineering Technology Diploma -
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma -
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)