Dennis Ruba

Experience

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  PHILIPPINE RESINS INDUSTRIES, INC.

  Apr 2011 - May 2011

  Intern
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  Petron Corporation

  Nov 2012 - now

  A Process Control Specialist at a refinery is pivotal in overseeing the Distributed Control System (DCS) to manage refining operations effectively. This role is critical in ensuring that the production meets strict quality and efficiency benchmarks, with a focus on fine-tuning operational parameters like feed rates, temperatures, and pressures to optimize key processes such as catalytic cracking and distillation.Key responsibilities include handling the startup and shutdown of vital refinery components like reactors and distillation columns, skillfully managing these operations under both standard and emergency situations. The specialist ensures the smooth function and safety of crucial equipment such as Heat Exchangers, Pumps, and Compressors, maintaining them within operational limits to prevent breakdowns and ensure safety.A significant part of their duty involves the vigilant oversight of Safety Interlock Systems (SIS), crucial for the operational integrity of the refinery. These systems include safety interlocks and emergency shutdown mechanisms designed to prevent accidents, protect personnel, and minimize environmental impact, thereby ensuring compliance with safety standards and the continuous, uninterrupted operation of the refinery.In summary, the Process Control Specialist serves as the operational guardian of the refinery, dedicated to optimizing production and safeguarding the facility through meticulous control and monitoring of its critical systems and processes. Show less

  • Process Control Specialist ( Shift Engineer & Panel Operations Specialist)

    Jan 2020 - now

  • Panel Operations Technician

    Nov 2012 - Jan 2020