Charles Griffin
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
QS Line Inspector / Compounder - VOLT/3M ESPE Dental Products
(November 2011 - Present)
Perform quality inspections of Semi-Finished and Finished Goods
according 3M Standard Operating Procedures by utilizing electronic
equipment (pda, tablet, computers), instruments (micrometer) and
measuring devices (analytical scales and color standards) for
interpretation of status of process.
Perform compounding production processes (blending and discharging)
of powder and paste materials for Compounding Department and submit
samples to Laboratory Services for verification and confirmation.
Perform production processes of filling, capping, labeling, bottling,
and assembly for Adhesive, Opulent, Capsule & Syringe, ACF Capsule,
Implant, Pack Out, and Label Center.
Perform, inspect, submit, and release of assembled and packed
materials for Pack Out Department.
Setup, operate, analyze, and troubleshoot equipment and machinery
(JSA RC Vort-Siv, JSA PK Blenders, JSA RC Dischargers, centrifuge,
filling, capping, bottling, labeling, packaging) for production
processes.
Perform preventive maintenance of machinery and working areas.
Data enter, interpret, and review data on iMES, eLi, Quality
Logitics, NPR, MPSL, MDI standard, Central Lookup, Artwork databases
from completed analysis and report results accurately in accordance
with established procedures.
Generate and submit production reports: NPR, PSL, MPSL, Line
Clearance, Picklist, load tickets, SOPs, QLS labels, and various log
sheets.
Certified in Production, Compounding, Quality Services, and Safety
Department for 3M ESPE.
Interact with others (cooperate personnel, engineers, managers,
supervisors, leads, operators, and maintenance) in various
departments (Quality, Compounding, Production, Laboratory) by
submitting and providing feedback to improve performance and
processes.
Chemist IV - Texas Department of Transportation
(December 2006 - July 2011)
Monitor chemical analysis of materials through reviewing and
verifying results.
Direct material analysis activities, develop and update analysis
procedures, develop and review material specifications
Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and order supplies, stay
abreast of new analytical methods and materials and laboratory
analysis requirements.
Evaluates new or failing materials and assist district laboratory,
project sponsors and material suppliers in solving material
problems.
Plan and schedule laboratory analysis, inspects plant production of
chemical products, trains other chemists and technical employees.
Perform and monitor material research by serving as a lead
worker/project leader. Prepare study protocol and submitting for
approval.
Data enter, interpret, and review data on Site Manager/LIMS from
completed analysis and report results accurately in accordance with
established laboratory procedures. Create data base spreadsheet and
forms for laboratory usage.
Manage the Fort Worth District's nuclear safety program.
Chemist/Microbiologist - City of Fort Worth Water Department
(July 2003 - September 2006)
Perform bacteriological and chemical analysis of water and
wastewater by qualitative and quantitative technique of total
coliform, fecal coliform, heterotrophic plate count, pH, chlorine,
conductivity, hardness, alkalinity, turbidity and other related
analysis. Perform confirmation and identification of
microorganisms.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipments (sterilizer, incubators,
water baths, and related equipment). Operate microscope for
analysis of gram stain and algae counts.
Investigate water quality problems and implement solutions.
Prepare media and solutions for bacteriological and chemical
analysis (m Endo, MFC, R2A, TGEA, PCA, LTB, EC, standards and other
related medias and solutions). Order and maintain microbiology
section inventory of medias, chemicals, glassware, and related
supplies. Prepare quality control standards for all analysis.
Maintain stock solutions of quality control organisms.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports for regulatory agencies.
File and distribute results of tests to various departments and
regulatory agencies.
Forensic Chemist - PharmChem, Inc.
(May 2002 -March 2003)
Manage and supervise the PATCH screening and confirmation process by
utilizing the Tecan Megaflex ELISA instrument for screening and
GC/MS for confirmation.
Maintain strict observance of good laboratory practices and
maintenance of chain of custody documentation. Proactive in
maintaining high level of production, oversee receipt and extraction
of specimens, testing and subsequent review of all data generated.
Perform maintenance of laboratory instrument and personal computer
hardware/software for processing.
Train personnel, participate in departmental process improvements,
coordinate operational activities with all other relevant lab
departments and reallocate personnel resources to ensure
satisfactory department production.
Programmer/System Analyst - CommunityCare, HMO
(December 1998 - September 2000)
Maintained the Medicare/Medicaid Eligibility and Commercial
Eligibility with Paradox 4.5 database.
Develop Paradox script to create ad hoc reports.
Perform Y2K conversion for responsible systems.
Pilot Plant/Process Chemist - Baker Petrolite, Inc.
(March 1997 - February 1998)
Conduct pilot plant synthesis studies and evaluations by providing
laboratory support and technical assistance during the progression
from pilot plant scale to commercial production.
Perform process and experimental design by providing assistance in
maintenance and operation of the process and related equipment.
Work with a software program called STATISTICA to develop high
quality and low cost products and processes. Also, acquire
experience working with batch processing software called CIMPRO to
keep track of raw materials and products manufactured.
Quality Control Supervisor & Environmental/Safety Officer -
Hydrotex, Inc. (June 1996 - March 1997)
Performed product development, quality/process control, raw material
analysis, plant safety, and environmental compliance.
Work with software program called BatchMaster to keep track of
inventory, raw materials, and manufacturing products produced.
Acquired experience in Networking to help support IS group in Dallas
corporate headquarters.
EDUCATION
Southern Methodist University (Dallas, Texas) Sun JAVA Certification
Curriculum & e-Commerce Developer Program
University of Tulsa - College of Engineering (Tulsa, Oklahoma)
Bachelor Science Degree in Chemistry
University of Oklahoma (Norman, Oklahoma) Associates Degree in
Microbiology
Tulsa Community College (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Associates Degree in
Computer Science