Jeff Thren Email & Phone Number

Owensboro, Kentucky

Ensured safe laboratory practices and adherence to PPE & SSOPs.Performed instrument standardization and calibration, including monthly drift correction.Prepared metal samples for analysis via Automatic Lathe.Prepared type standards for verification via Manual Lathe.Analyzed metal samples via ARL 3460 Spectrometer.Reviewed results for accuracy and reported any anomalies to the appropriate personnel.

Analytical Laboratories -Prep laboratory analysis equipment & calibrate to standard.Grind cell bath samples for analysis.Perform routine lab analyses on anode core carbon analyses (elementals, thermal conductivity, air permeability, electrical resistivity, etc.) and run chemistry environmental analyses on roof monitors (gaseous & particulate).

Certificate achieved August 2014; British Standards Institution (BSI Group)Complete internal audits (including Laboratories, IT, Sales, Purchasing, & Casthouse) biannually.

Coodinate wellness quarterly challenges to salary and hourly employees. Foster interest in wellness program through yearly prizes & insurance discounts.Distribute wellness information and monitor team member activity to meet program criteria.Target possible hourly employees to become wellness coordinators for greater program growth.Participate and assist in developing Century Wellness Program.

Operate Core-Drill Press Machine of carbon block for analysesEvaluate Anode Butts for Air-burn wear by measuring, weighing, and visual inspectionCollect samples from Rodding, Carbon, and Bake Buildings for Laboratory analysisCheck for carbon densities and other various dutiesAudits / inspects operating areas daily to identify opportunities / variations that affect performance Relays data and information to the Technical Engineering teamAdvises and consults with operating personnel on process problems

Collect samples and gather barge information for plant laboratory analysis.Perform monthly and yearly cycle counts (audits). Silo soundings duties using 100’ meter sounding tape and complete daily logs.Enter/manage transactions to ensure data accuracy in SAP for accounting systems comparison.

Technical Scheduler responsible for planning, scheduling, and completing work (five members).Communicate daily key performance indicators: cell temps, voltage loss, & other pertinent data. Troubleshooting, basic repair, and calibration checks of data collection instruments. Reduce continuous cost and improve accuracy of thermocouple temperature measurement (CCPI, Inc. which provides quality temperature measurement solutions & refractory materials). Implemented copper allocation procedure to determine cell metal pad level process (SSOP)Drafting & outlining Safety Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) for Technical DepartmentProcess files and schedule monthly departmental dutiesSpecial projects assistance to Technical EngineersOn-the-job training for new techniciansConduct monthly safety meetings Daily Written Safety Reviews (Stop/Track) Basic statistical prowess

Owensboro, Kentucky

Direct choir & conduct Annual Christmas (From Christmas To Calvary 2011; Season of Light 2012) & Easter Cantatas (On The Third Day 2012; Rock of Ages 2013)Attended Majesty Musicollege Campaign 2012. Choir Conducting Courses under Dr. Warren Cook of Bob Jones University @ Community Baptist Church, South Bend, IN. http://communitybaptist.com/musicollege-2012/

Hawesville, Ky

Promoted to Cell Operator during '98 wildcat strike to train new hiresTeam Leader responsible for planning, scheduling, and training group (10-12 members)Operated ECL and overhead P&H cranes Performed operation of potline cells

Fordsville, Ky

Constructed desk topsAssembled bases for desk unitsHand-sanded office desk furniture

Owensboro, Kentucky Area

Verified Employee Work StatusDaily Observational Walk-ThroughMonitored any abnormal activity Transcribed daily records

Ged

Aquired GED from OTC on March 8, 2000.

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Diploma

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