Afonso Tati

Lead Production Operator

Chevron

01.2007 - 01.2020

Company Overview: Lead Production Operator at Chevron, TAKULA Oil Field
Compliance with Safety Equipment (Fire Extinguisher, Critical Valves, Equipment Swap, Annual, Semi Annual and Quarterly PM)
Preparation, Isolation and Reception of RIG for Well Interventions
Compliance with Safety Equipment such as: Surface Safety Valves (SSV), Subsurface Safety Valves (SCSSV), Pressure and Level Switches, ESD System
Coordination of Audits with MIREMPET Teams on workplace safety, environment and equipment
Strict control of Asset Integrity of Structures and equipment
Treatment and control of produced water parameters (CPI vessel and flotation Unit)
Sample collection for BSW and oil salinity tests, ensuring product quality
Handling and control of Stock and Chemical Pumping using all safety methods
Housekeeping
Monitoring of oil and natural gas wells with various artificial lift methods such as gas lift
Operation of two-phase separators, scrubbers, surge vessels, Production Manifolds, Skim Tank, Sump Tank, Sump Caisson, and Flotation Unit
Preparation of daily production reports, process control, both in the field and in the control room
Process variable monitoring and control through field maneuvers
Observation of anomalies in the process, safety and environment, describing through the Deviation system (PI)
Daily activity reports and weekly plan preparation
Pig launching and receiving
Preparation of operational procedures such as shutdown and startup, purging, equipment and unit inerting (Start Up Process)
Including isolation of all energy sources
Periodic maintenance of Rotating Instruments on the Platform, such as: Charging Pumps, Transfer Pumps, Compressors, Heaters, Reboilers, etc., verifying all functional parameters, preventing predictive maintenance, prolonging equipment life and reducing costs
Coordination of work involving construction teams such as: Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, Divers, Dynamic and Static Movements on the platform, or Crane Operations
Lead Production Operator at Chevron, TAKULA Oil Field
Reduced downtime through proactive equipment maintenance and timely troubleshooting of issues.
Contributed ideas during continuous improvement meetings, leading to the implementation of several successful process enhancements.
Mentored junior operators, providing guidance and support in daily tasks and professional development.
Oversaw quality control processes, maintaining high standards while minimizing product defects or rework requirements.
Maintained comprehensive documentation related to production activities including daily reports logs incidents and inspection results thereby improving traceability.
Established performance benchmarks, monitoring progress towards goals and providing feedback to drive continuous improvement efforts.
Implemented training programs to improve operator skill sets, resulting in higher productivity levels across the team.
Coordinated with vendors to negotiate contracts for raw materials, reducing overall expenses without compromising quality or availability.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction.
Conducted safety audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a culture of safety awareness among team members.
Played an instrumental role in achieving company certifications by consistently adhering to industry standards throughout all aspects of the manufacturing process.
Achieved consistent on-time delivery of products by effectively managing schedules and resources.
Acted as a liaison between management and production floor staff, fostering a positive work environment while addressing concerns and facilitating problemsolving.
Enhanced production efficiency by implementing process improvements and optimizing equipment usage.
Facilitated effective communication between different departments, enabling smoother workflows and faster issue resolution.
Monitored production metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
Managed inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available to meet production demands without excess waste or costs.
Streamlined production processes for increased output and improved quality control measures.
Evaluated new technologies for potential integration into existing processes, ultimately leading to enhanced operational efficiency.
Followed job order for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and sequence of operations.
Followed best manufacturing practices for operation of production equipment.
Calibrated and adjusted equipment to achieve quality production.
Checked inventory supply and stock bins to maintain proper stock levels.
Read and interpreted documents to reach maximum productivity and achieve quality objectives.
Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Lead Production Operator

Production Operator

Mathematics, Physics, and Physical Education Teacher

Education

High School Diploma -

Skills

Communication Skills - English

Software Systems Or Programs

Personal Information

Training

Other Skills

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Lead Production Operator

Production Operator

Mathematics, Physics, and Physical Education Teacher

High School Diploma -

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