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Kadian Poyser

Sarnia,Ontario

Summary

Results-oriented Process Engineer with a proven track record of success in diverse projects within the chemical industry. Demonstrated ability to enhance project efficiency and compliance through meticulous process analysis and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Experienced in process design, documentation verification, procurement, and project management. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my skills to drive company expansion and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
45
45
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Process Engineer in Training

Worley
01.2021 - Current

Umicore PACMAN Project, Loyalist Township, ON (2023/01 – Present)
Process E.I.T

  • Review and enhance Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) to comply with designated standards.
  • Actively participate in P&ID review meetings with clients to ensure project deliverables align with their expectations and specifications.
  • Conduct thorough backchecks on drawings, implementing necessary adjustments to ensure precision and quality throughout the design phase.
  • Update equipment list to capture all relevant details and specifications.
  • Generate PVNs (Project Variation Notices) for scope changes to ensure efficient communication and alignment with project objectives.
  • Prepare detailed weekly progress reports, monitoring project advancements and identifying opportunities for improvement or adjustment.

Seconded to Shell Manufacturing Centre, Corunna, ON (2021/03 – 2023/01)
Process E.I.T – Document Verification Project

  • Process and Mechanical lead for Shell’s Document Verification (As-built) Project.
  • Conducted field walks to gather design data on site-wide equipment and safety/relief valves.
  • Reviewed and updated Safeguarding Drawings, P&IDs, Relief Valves List, Locked Valves List, Critical Check Valves List, and Equipment List based on field observations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams at Shell to address Process Safety issues.

INEOS Styrolution, Sarnia, ON (2021/01 – 2021/03)
Process E.I.T – Environmental Risk Assessment and PHA Revalidation of Flare Systems and EB Reactor

  • Participated in risk assessment studies (HAZOPs/PHAs and LOPAs) using PHA Works to identify and document potential process hazards for Flare Systems and EB Reactor.
  • Reviewed P&IDs and highlighted process nodes before PHA/LOPA studies.
  • Tracked action items and compiled Process Safety data based on PHA/LOPA study results.
  • Participated in Environmental Risk Assessment for chemical additives used in INEOS process.

Procurement Buyer

Worley
06.2018 - 01.2021

NOVA Chemicals, Corunna, ON (2019/03 – 2021/01)
Contract Assistant - Corunna Phase 3 Expansion (COP3E) Project

  • Monitored contractual agreements between NOVA and Contractors, processed Contractor's Change Order Requests.
  • Led weekly meetings for Worley's Construction Management Team, recorded meeting minutes for Construction Lookahead meetings.
  • Conducted weekly progress update meetings with contractors, recorded daily activities.
  • Collaborated with engineering, contractors, and project controls to prepare construction reports.
  • Validated contractor's Labor Equipment Material and Subcontractor (LEMS) timesheets against invoices.

BP Whiting, Indiana, USA (2018/06 – 2019/03)
Procurement Lead - Brine Conditioning Unit (BCU) Project

  • Managed request for quotations, conducted commercial evaluations, and awarded Purchase Orders.
  • Liaised with engineering and suppliers to resolve technical issues during bidding and post-award stages.
  • Led vendor kick-off meetings and progress review meetings with suppliers and clients.
  • Collaborated with engineering and project controls to ensure timely provision of materials and equipment specifications.
  • Provided weekly reports on supplier progress, encountered problems, and proposed solutions to maintain delivery schedules.
  • Validated vendor payment certificates for prompt payment according to the cash call process.

NOVA Chemicals, Corunna, ON (2018/06 – 2019/03)
Project Buyer – Corunna Phase 3 Expansion (COP3E) Project

  • Prepared and solicited requests for quotations and proposals to support project execution.
  • Collaborated with engineering and suppliers to resolve technical issues during the bid process and after award.
  • Conducted commercial evaluations, negotiations, and awarded Purchase Orders to vendors.
  • Participated in vendor kick-off meetings, progress review meetings, and team update meetings.

Procurement buyer

Jamalco Alumina Refinery
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Successfully fulfilled day-to-day business requirements in a prompt and cost-effective manner by collaborating with procurement, business stakeholders, and suppliers to execute the Commodity Management Strategy for assigned goods and services
  • Evaluated received quotations and bids, negotiated terms and conditions with suppliers to ensure optimal cost and maximum value.

Technical services coordinator

Industrial & Technical Supplies
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Managed and supervised the work schedule and assignments of engineers and technicians
  • Maintained and organized the inventory of spare parts
  • Generated quotations and purchase requisitions
  • Provided prompt technical support to address customer complaints
  • Prepared competitive tenders and quotations for both private and public sector organizations
  • Created preventative maintenance and service contracts for customers
  • Offered recommendations regarding equipment and parts procurement for items required under service or maintenance contracts.

Education

Certification in Project Management -

University of West Indies

Bachelors (Hons), Chemical Engineering - undefined

University of Technology, Jamaica

Timeline

Process Engineer in Training

Worley
01.2021 - Current

Procurement Buyer

Worley
06.2018 - 01.2021

Procurement buyer

Jamalco Alumina Refinery
01.2015 - 01.2018

Technical services coordinator

Industrial & Technical Supplies
01.2014 - 01.2015

Certification in Project Management -

University of West Indies

Bachelors (Hons), Chemical Engineering - undefined

University of Technology, Jamaica

Skills

Organizational Skills

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Registration Affiliations

2020, Present, Engineer-in-Training, Professional Engineering Ontario (PEO)

Registration Affiliations

2020, Present, Engineer-in-Training, Professional Engineering Ontario (PEO)
Kadian Poyser