- Enjoy participating in physical fitness for overall physical and mental well-being
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- DIY and Home Improvement
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
Vrunda Choksi
Sarnia
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Process Operator with over 7 years in the petrochemical industry, currently at Imperial Oil. Proven track record of safely and efficiently operating complex process units, with strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to operations. Seeking to contribute skills and experience to Nova Chemicals’ world-class operations team.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Operator
Imperial Oil
12.2021 - Current
- Operated and monitor process unit in compliance with safety and environmental procedures.
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Played a key role during major plant turnaround working night shifts to prepare the C3 compressor circuit. Oversaw and coordinated completion of all associated jobs in the circuit, ensuring readiness and efficiency for startup.
- Maintained compliance with health, safety, and environment practices.
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Conduct regular rounds, troubleshoot process issues and provide input on continuous improvement initiative.
- Communicated effectively with team on technical level.
- Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems and deviations.
Process Operator
Arlanxeo
05.2017 - 12.2021
- Four years experience safely and efficiently operating a synthetic rubber process in a team environment while working 12hr rotating shift.
- One year experience as a unit board operator.
- Performed thorough rounds and readings daily.
- Practice safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures.
- Created and maintained daily activity logs to track ongoing operational performance.
- Followed company safety protocols and procedures, helping to reduce workplace injuries.
- Involved in leading unit shutdown.
- Take initiative in assigned areas to be proactive in finding process problems.
Barista
Coffee Culture Café & Eatery
07.2014 - 04.2017
- Memorized official and off-menu preparations to serve all customer beverage desires.
- Created hand-crafted beverages based upon customer preferences.
- Developed knowledge of teas, coffees and desserts including flavor profiles to recommend optimal products.
- Competent at understanding and executing tasks.
Student Process Operator
Greenfield Energy - Ethos Energy
04.2016 - 07.2016
- Proper active use of procedure for W.H.M.I.S and standard personal protective equipment.
- Perform associated plant operations duties to ensure a smooth and efficient operation in the assigned work area.
- Prepare and complete daily area logs and communicate significant changes and findings to the shift supervisor.
- Applied principles of general mathematics and chemistry.
- Performed boiler feed water and cooling water tests
Education
Chemical Production And Power Engineering Technology -
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
Sarnia, ON12.2016
High School Diploma -
Northern Collegiate Institute And Vocational School
Sarnia, ON06.2013
Skills
- Troubleshooting and problem solving
- Permit issuing
- Team Collaboration & Effectice Communication
- Loading and unloading protocols
- Preventive maintenance
- Critical thinking and multitasking
- Organizational
- Punctual and honest
Certification
3rd Class Operating Engineering
Interests
Timeline
Process Operator
Imperial Oil
12.2021 - Current
Process Operator
Arlanxeo
05.2017 - 12.2021
Student Process Operator
Greenfield Energy - Ethos Energy
04.2016 - 07.2016
Barista
Coffee Culture Café & Eatery
07.2014 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Northern Collegiate Institute And Vocational School
Chemical Production And Power Engineering Technology -
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
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