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Work History
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NAES Presidential Safety Award
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Christopher Bulls

Franklin,VA

Summary

Dynamic Material Specialist with extensive experience at Solenis, skilled in SAP and HAZMAT compliance. Proven problem-solver and reliable team player, adept at optimizing processes and ensuring safety. Successfully managed the Aquapel dimer system, enhancing operational efficiency while maintaining meticulous records and documentation. Committed to professionalism and continuous improvement.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Specialist/ Aquapel A Operator

Solenis
03.2021 - Current
  • Unload phosphorous trichloride bulk containers.
  • Load phosphorous acid tank wagons.
  • Complete bill of lading and certificate of analysis through an extensive SAP process for phosphorous acid shipments.
  • Unload triethylamine and propylene dichloride bulk containers.
  • Unload 50% Caustic railcars.
  • Complete goods receipts in SAP for phosphorous trichloride, triethylamine, propylene dichloride, and caustic railcar deliveries.
  • Properly align and treat phosphorous acid through a carbon absorber treatment system.
  • Change and neutralize spent carbon from the phosphorous acid treatment system.
  • Schedule and load fatty acid waste bulk trucks
  • Monitor and safely operate the Aquapel dimer system by DCS equipment and outside rounds. (Make batches/ reactions in two reactors, watch vacuum transmitters, level gauges, flow meters, pressure gauges, operate batch still, monitor vent system, cooling tower operation, monitor steam from boilers, monitor plant inert flows, run samples and adjust equipment as needed)
  • Documented measurements, inspections and test results in electronic logbooks and spreadsheets to enable tracking and maintain accurate records.
  • Identified issues and developed solutions.
  • Ordered essential materials used in the Aquapel process and completed expense reports monthly.
  • Properly lockout/tagout equipment as needed. Highly safety motivated.

Aquapel C Operator

Solenis
10.2018 - 03.2021
  • Separate and recover the propylene dichloride and triethylamine used in the dimer making process.
  • Monitor and made necessary changes to the waste water treatment system to prevent any kind of environmental incident.
  • Unload fatty acid railcars into storage tanks to be used in the dimer making process.
  • Safely operate forklift and front end loader.
  • Maintained knowledge of work instructions and procedures to operate plant efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
  • Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
  • Maintained, cleaned, and organized work area.
  • Properly lockout/tagout equipment as needed. Highly safety motivated.

Power Plant Operator

North American Energy Services
09.2010 - 10.2018
  • Operated and monitored power generation equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
  • Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of systems to prevent operational issues.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions efficiently.
  • Documented plant activities in logs.
  • Contributed to the successful completion of various projects (A change over from coal fired to wood fired plant).
  • A dedicated member of the safety committee and the co-chairman for our VPP recertification process.
  • Lockout/tagout equipment as needed.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science

Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach, VA

High School Diploma -

Franklin High School
Franklin, VA
06-2006

Skills

  • Certified in HAZMAT shipping
  • Certified and complete HAZMAT team training monthly and yearly (Level A,B,C, and D)
  • Powered Air-Purifying Respirator daily
  • Forklift certified
  • SAP
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Professionalism
  • Quick learner

NAES Presidential Safety Award

I was awarded the NAES presidential safety award for stopping work because of a lockout tagout violation.

Timeline

Material Specialist/ Aquapel A Operator

Solenis
03.2021 - Current

Aquapel C Operator

Solenis
10.2018 - 03.2021

Power Plant Operator

North American Energy Services
09.2010 - 10.2018

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science

Tidewater Community College

High School Diploma -

Franklin High School

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