1. Casey Postelmans
(219) 380-1668, caseypostelmans@yahoo.com
Profile
Highly dedicated and conscientious Production Supervisor, Control Board Operator, Mechanic
Operator and Mobile Equipment Operator specializing in Steel, Petrochemical refinine and
Chemical Industry. Excellent communication skills with Chemical Engineers, Supervisors
regarding key important issues and results using data, graphs and logs. Over 8 years of
diversified industrial experience with wide range of industrial chemicals, steel production and
control boards. Promoted within companies is short duration of time due to skillset, knowledge,
outcomes, determination and work ethic.
Flexible and versatile – able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent
with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences. Thrive in deadline-driven
environments. Excellent team-building skills, organizational skills, ability to undertake a variety of
projects simultaneously, complete assignments with accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent
communication skills and ability to interact effectively with individuals on all authority levels in both
business and public sectors.
Skills Summary
 Pumps
 Hydraulics
 Distillation
 Catlyst Reaction
 General Office Skills
 Data Reporting
 Record keeping
 Maintenance equipment
 Inspect equipment
 Audit equipment
 Welding
 Pneumatics
 Blueprints
 Chemical processes
 Computer Savvy
 Customer Service
 Equipment setup
 Reactors
 OSHA
 EPA
 Meters
 Gauges
 Valve Switches
 Lockout
 Index arms
 Safety Committee
 Mobile equipment
operator
 Oral Communication skills
 Attention to Detail
 Professional Presentations
 Analytical skills
 Hoists
 Overhead Cranes
 Forklifts
 Front end loader
 Scissor Lift
 Man lift
 Rigging equipment and parts
 Steel Processing
 Refiing Operations
Professional Experience
COMMUNICATION: REPORTS/PRESENTATIONS/TECHNOLOGY
 Communicate with management field staff ensuring compliance with reporting timely.
 Author professional correspondence to Chemical Engineer, Plant Supervior and/or Plant
Manager
 Rapidly learn and master varied computer programs.
 Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
 Present data reports to supervisors or chemical engineer.
 Documentation of data, trends, reactions, issues, maintenance, production and/or any issues
regarding operations or product.

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Professional Experience, continued
CHEMICAL RESEARCH/ANALYTICAL SKILLS/SAFETY
 Indetified and removed obstacles to ensure highest quality outcomes.
 Analyzed merits and financial impacts of industry circumstances.
 Report key observations to effectively develop, troubleshoot, suggest improvements and
changes for company processes and product
 Data record keeping for sample products and lab tests including but not limited to
Viscosity, Density, Specific Gravity, PH, Flash, Gel Color.
 Record, measure, weigh all chemicals for laboratory experments
 High knowledge is OSHA standards and PPE
 Safety start up and shutdown of all refinery operations
 Ensure all federal , state, and local environmental laws and regulations are followed
OPERATIONS/EQUIPMENT
 Direct setup for Reactors, Blenders, Distillation Columns, Filters, Pressure and Flow
gauges, Piping, Hoses, Pumps, and Packaging containers
 Adapts to sudden changes according to lab results, production schedule and control board
issues.
 Conduct regular inspections on equipment for defects and/or inconcistencies to ensure
quality product production.
 Advanced knowledge of knobs, valve switches, levers, index arms, temperature controls,
flow, catalyst reaction, distillation towers, reactors, fluid movement, heat exchangers,
pumps, meters, lockout procedures, steam generation, furnaces.
 Load and unload tank trucks and railcars.
 Extensive documentation of daily activities in plant.
 Identifies and implements proper work order requests to direct supervisors.
Employment History
ECOLABS – Bedford Park, IL
Chemical Technician/Research and Development, 2013 to 2016
INEOS– Whiting, IN
Control Room Operator/Process Operator, 2008 to 2013
Education
IVY TECH COLLEGE – Michigan City, IN
Associates of Science (Industrial Technologies), 2015
GPA: 3.8/4.0
CDL-A completed 2016
Computer Skills
 Microsoft Word
 Microsoft Excel
 Microsoft PowerPoint
 Outlook
 (219) 380-1668  caseypostelmans@yahoo.com