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Downers Grove, Il, Us

Houston, Tx, Us

Business and technology savvy leader working to shape and influence business value generation for Digital Transformation opportunities.Builds strong working relationships with the functions in order to analyze current processes and tools for high value business opportunities.Anticipates business needs and proactively develops digital transformation opportunities for next generation value generation.

Houston, Tx, Us

Introduced problem-solving initiatives, including innovation in the performance and functioning of systems within the plant. Conducted risk assessment analysis to determine the feasibility of starting a new operation and/or process.Notable Contributions:• Led cross-functional teams for decon and dry-out operations for scheduled two-month site outages to clear equipment with $100M+ total spend; managed communications for a team of six across disparate business units. • Functioned as Interim Engineering Manager with 10 Process Engineer direct reports with responsibility for overseeing employee tasking, development, and priorities; audited employee performance and provided direction on best practices to streamline operations. • Developed project management tool to monitor compliance against established workflows, standards, and guidelines.• Supervised the decommissioning of the old ethylene tank employing strategic methods to meet deadline; directed new 20MMlbs ethylene tank commissioning.• Oversaw operations and provided recommendations on industry oversights that enhanced petrochemical plant operations. • Devised and led the development of a Power BI dashboard for real-time process safety metrics tracking that improved visibility, accountability, and performance around management of change process.• Served as the PRiSM lead with the goal of facilitating improvements across unit reliability and performance utilizing AI and machine learning, leading to a $1.38MM reduction in loss.• Analyzed process safety risks and performed risk mitigation for railcar loading/unloading operations by installing EIVs and improving interlock designs.• Managed the computerization of the Olefin unit for effective monthly KPI reporting and monitoring, utilizing Tableau while serving as Site Tableau Lead.

Houston, Tx, Us

Maintained responsibility for optimizing production processes and machinery to identify errors and bottlenecks that compromised productivity. Coordinated material and human resources to facilitate the achievement of the company’s goals.Notable Contributions:• Introduced continuous improvements that resulted in the increase of LLDPE production rate; Isopentane Optimization was 12.2MMlbs/year, MIO Roto molding Operability Project was 7.2MMlbs/year, and Beta Catalyst Production Improvements was maintained at 6.8MMlbs/year.• Served as the company-wide subject matter expert for Slurry Catalyst Feed Systems in Polymer Production known for supporting sites with ongoing reliability issues; traveled to remote sister sites to perform system reviews, determine design changes, and develop paths for enhanced reliability of feed systems. • Guided implementation of L6 Sparger Capital projects, resulting in an increase in plant reliability by 5MMlbs/year.• Evaluated L6 debottleneck project justification via system modeling and multi-configurational cooling systems across AspenTech and Excel integrations. • Directed the timely replacement of 11 desiccant dryers to reduce loss avoidance during unplanned shutdown.• Led and coordinated the efforts of the United Way Committee; oversaw the execution of strategic plans that resulted in the committee exceeding site fundraising goals.

Houston, Tx, Us

Oversaw the maintenance and operation of systems while promoting employee and equipment safety. Implemented processes that effectively utilized machines, employees, materials, information, and energy to deliver the best products.Notable Contributions:• Spearheaded the modification and implementation of new site-wide change management system for the PSM facility; developed procedures, supporting documentation, and training reference materials.• Promoted low-cost operations as measured against the given feedstock pricing and unit system demand by creating new package boiler operations.• Conducted financial assessments and measured and reported on variable cost of site operations; facilitated the execution of cost reduction measures by incorporating unit optimizations.

Managed the analytics needs across the company and provided data-driven means to facilitate the successful execution of all assigned tasks, including business changes to transform the company into a more analytics-focused establishment.Notable Contributions:• Spearheaded the design and development of Power BI Dashboards for different clinicians that assess vital and key measures for patient sessions; developed quarterly and monthly business reports. • Implemented initiatives to drive short/long term retention and led performance discussions to assess satisfaction levels and determine opportunities to increase customer satisfaction.• Collaborated with management to set policies regarding the use of analytics in the organization; conducted process analysis to identify areas requiring modifications and implemented time saving improvements through automation.• Led the analysis of the health of business financials to enable informed decision-making regarding operational spending and future growth potential, leading to a 4x increase in gross revenue within two years. • Utilized Excel VBA to automate and streamline the payroll documentation process and communication to employees to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.

West Lafayette, In, Us

Supported senior lecturers with providing academic mentoring for 50 undergraduate students from different cultural and geological backgrounds. Collaborated with a team of 16 leaders to host student orientations and establish a positive environment for students in the residence halls; organized community events that fostered a positive, engaged culture.

Bethesda, Md, Us

Updated and monitored project schedules for major stakeholders, ensuring consistent alignment. Developed the schedule on the Enhanced Air Mobility Systems project and received the YEA! Award for demonstrating exceptional performance. Confirmed and managed equipment procurement and the assembly of a multi-million-dollar Capital Mooring System.

Bethesda, Md, Us

Assisted lead chemical engineers with conducting research and development of new product ideas, testing prototypes, and analyzing data. Evaluated pump performances and provided detailed and accurate reports for the implementation into fuel cell system. Facilitated preparation and testing fabric material to obtain tensile strength and other related qualities.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Bachelor’S Degree, Chemical Engineering