Roderick Phillips
Putaruru
Summary
Dynamic Lime Kiln and Caustic Systems Operator at Oji Fibre Solutions, skilled in system monitoring and machinery inspection. Achieved enhanced production efficiency through data analysis and process adjustments, while fostering a culture of safety and collaboration. Developed standard operating procedures, contributing to significant cost-saving initiatives and operational improvements.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lime Kiln and Caustic Systems Operator
Oji Fibre Solutions
10.2004 - 08.2025
- Operated kiln equipment to achieve desired firing temperatures for various materials.
- Monitored and adjusted kiln settings based on production requirements and specifications.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during kiln operations and maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials into the kiln safely and efficiently.
- Operated and monitored lime kiln systems to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Adjusted process parameters based on real-time data to enhance production efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on kiln equipment, identifying issues before they escalated.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and improve operational workflows.
- Trained and mentored junior operators, fostering skill development and adherence to safety protocols.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, leading to process adjustments that minimized downtime.
- Developed standard operating procedures for kiln operations, increasing consistency across shifts.
- Troubleshot technical issues, coordinating with engineering teams for effective solutions.
- Maintained detailed logs of system performance and incidents for future reference.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline operational processes and improve efficiency.
- Trained new staff on system operations, fostering a culture of safety and accuracy.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks to prevent downtime and maintain productivity levels.
- Developed standard operating procedures for system operation, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by identifying areas of improvement within existing infrastructure setups.
- Analyzed data streams to aid in creation of marketable platform extensions.
Skills
- System monitoring
- Machinery inspection
- Backup and recovery
- Incident response
- Area Safety Warden
- Managing plant isolations
Timeline
Lime Kiln and Caustic Systems Operator
Oji Fibre Solutions
10.2004 - 08.2025