Kyle Nolen

Highly accomplished and results oriented operations professional with 16+ years experience in the petrochemical industry, specializing in Ethylene Oxide production, Ethylene Glycol Production, and operation of an Air Separation Plant.

Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects/tasks, multi-task, improve operational efficiency, and most importantly to ensure safety compliance.

Extensive experience in field and console operations, risk analysis, training and development, sample pulling, analysis, and interpretation for quality and environmental monitoring, troubleshooting, alarm management, coordinating and implementing improvement projects, LOTO, maintenance planning, and turnaround planning. Strong communication skills on multiple collaborative fronts collaborating with upper management, engineering, and the operations teams.

I pride myself in being able to handle high pressure/high risk situations like commissioning, start-up and shutdown scenarios in which quick decisive thinking is needed to get through specific situations.

I have been recognized for my reliability, operations acumen, and adaptability and possess the capacity to acquire and apply new skills. I have a strong willingness to learn and am ready to take on new challenges and advance organizational objectives with unwavering dedication and enthusiasm.

April 2018 - January 2025

ExxonMobil, Gregory, TX - First Line Supervisor/Process Lead

• Led a workforce consisting of 25-30 operational staff including seven shift supervisors/console supervisors.
• Oversaw efficient functioning of unit operations while resolving issues systematically.
• Spearheaded unit start-up, shutdown tasks, and was an integral part of turnaround operations.
• Monitored Unit operations to uphold safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinated MOC activities to streamline project improvement solutions.
• Guided creation and enhancement of operating parameters for alarms - alarm management.
• Coordinated the execution of innovative projects derived from multidisciplinary suggestions targeting increased operational safety and efficiency boosts and defect rectifications.

• Collaborated in initial design through 3-D modeling and MOC approvals.
• Engaged in HAZOP sessions to confirm safe unit design.
• Oversaw updates and optimization efforts for all foundational SOP’s.
• Helped develop and enhance training modules for field, console and simulator applications.
• Enhanced intelatrac and other systematic rounds for improved organizational efficiency.
• Developed real-time and long-term solutions by partnering with engineering and maintenance disciplines. 
• Spearheaded efforts to improve operational effectiveness by developing comprehensive technician training.

Formosa Plastics Corporation - Day Supervisor/Shift Supervisor/PSM Coordinator

• Earned certifications covering various aspects of operations in Air separation, coupled with expertise in Ethylene Glycol and Ethylene Oxide Units.
• Managed ISO documentation while facilitating ISO audits with other units to ensure compliance with ISO standards 
• Collaborated with engineering staff implementing SOP changes and updating to an electronic format, performing quality and environmental monitoring, updating PSM Manual, and performing management of change duties.
• Performed Shift supervisor duties as needed in regards to employee development, scheduling and time management, unit optimization, incident reporting, maintenance planning (LOTO), and performing engineering requests.

• Earned certifications in all areas, progressing from process technician, to day operator and then to other supervisory rolls.
• Oversaw overall shift operations, incident reporting, troubleshooting and personnel development.
• Worked on special projects including debottlenecking, catalyst change outs, maintenance repairs from operations side, and contributed to improved quality and cost savings projects.
• Contributed to turnaround planning and coordination and was engaged in all aspects of catalyst changeouts including other maintenance activities performed during this time - ensured quality catalyst loading was performed with a strong emphasis on safety, scheduling and then starting up efficiently with new catalyst working with catalyst vender.

I have two degrees from the University of Houston- Victoria - a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a Master of Arts in Interdisiplinary studies focusing on Criminal Justice, Psychology and Philosophy. Both are non-technical degrees but coupled with my almost 17 years experience in chemical manufacturing I believe this shows my inate ability to learn quickly and dedication to accomplish whatever goal I set for myself.