About
Jeffrey Herzik
A writer who’s been there as an operator.
I spent over 30 years operating and maintaining chemical plant systems—everything from full-scale start-up to shutdown protocols. Over time, I became the person people turned to when a procedure didn’t make sense or a manual was missing key steps. That’s what led me to technical writing. Today, I help companies write, revise, and standardize the documents that keep their teams aligned and their plants running safely.
Services
Built for boots-on-the-ground clarity.
Whether you're commissioning a new unit or updating legacy documentation, I make sure your procedures are practical, precise, and easy to follow.
Process Control & Troubleshooting
Diagnosing control issues and restoring stable, efficient operations through hands-on process expertise.
Commissioning and Startup
Developing detailed commissioning and startup (C&SU) plans and procedures to ensure safe, smooth system activation.
Documentation Development
Writing plant-ready documentation including SOPs, operation manuals, process descriptions, and operator rounds.
Operator Training
Creating and delivering tailored training programs that build operator competency, support certification, and reinforce field readiness.
Documentation Audits & Updates
Reviewing existing materials to identify gaps, eliminate inconsistencies, and align documentation with current practices and standards.
Hazard Mitigation
Identifying risks, rationalizing alarms, and documenting clear Consequence of Deviation (COD) responses to support safer operations.