LEENA SAFFA SACHDEV

** ***** ***** *****, ******, NH 03060

Cell: 603–508-7563

CAREER FOCUS

Quality-focused lab tech with excellent business and leadership skills seeking a full tie position in a pharmaceutical or bioscience facility to further develop my skills and contribute to the continued growth and success of an organization CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Coaching, Team Building, and Team Leadership

Analytical Mind & Process Orientated.

Creative Problem Solving

Fluent in: English, Farsi, Urdu, Hindi, and Panjabi. Scheduling & Project Coordination.

Quality Improvement & Control.

Excellent Communication Skills & People

Orientated.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Laboratory Technician II Genzyme 10/2017 - Present Allston, MA

- Operates general manufacturing equipment with or without supervision in accordance with current GMPs or

- standardized procedures and within safety guidelines.

- Completed tasks may include fermentation, protein purification, solvent extractions, tissue culture, preparation of bulk solutions, aseptic fills of buffers, filling and labeling of vials.

- Executes SOPs for unit operations. Includes CIP, SIP, and cleaning and sanitization of the facility.

- Provides support during audits and with audit observation closure.

- Maintains a safe working environment thorough understanding of cGMP requirements and safety practices. Laboratory Technician Orig3n 03/2016 to Present

Boston, MA

- Perform lab analyses to provide data for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.

- Receive laboratory samples and ensure that they are properly unpacked, organized and ready for processing.

- Prepare and process DNA and blood samples, according to our organizations standard operating procedures.

- Maintain inventory of processing supplies to meet the needs of upcoming sample needs.

- Responsible for the construction, maintenance, and operation of standard laboratory equipment including; centrifuges, titrators, pipetting machines and pH meters.

- Conduct molecular biology experiments including Human DNA extraction, PCR, DNA-gel electrophoresis, and site- directed mutagenesis.

- Set up single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) assays and process genotyping of human DNA, utilizing qPCR. Laboratory Technician & Assembler Entegris, Inc. 07/2015 to 10/2015 Billerica, MA

- Prepare chemical solutions, reagents and specimens for microscopic examination; perform laboratory tests; analyze and report findings; and investigate atypical results and discrepancies to determine causation.

- Adept in detecting, diagnosing and contributing to the resolution of flaws and impediments in the production of chemical products.

- Performed complete assembly with limited supervision on assigned standard project build releases.

- Analyzed and determined equipment problems encountered during assembly and testing of equipment. Magnolia Sales Lead BestBuy 11/2013 to 07/2015

Nashua, NH

- Facilitated the install and services to further simplify a complete solution. Follow up and communicate past installations to uncover future needs, and provide peace of mind to my clients.

- Enthusiastically aided clients with the design and decisions regarding premium audio and video solutions.

- Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines. Supported sales team in promoting customer satisfaction which placed my store in the top 200 nationwide for solutions

- Increased monthly revenue for each team member 15% by recommending improvements in efficiency.

- Created and managed sales team training and development programs. Manager MetroPCS 03/2010 to 05/2012

Providence, RI

-Developed incentive performance plans which motivated staff and resulted in an increase in sales.

- Initiated cross-training with other departments to improve work flow and streamline project completion.

-Designed training modules that implemented strategic business practices and organizational behavior training concepts.

-Mentored team members to succeed and advance within the department and company.

-Analyzed each department's training needs and developed new training programs based on the analysis. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

BACHELOR OF ARTS: CURRENT

Quinsigamond Community College, Worcester, MA

- Concentration on Management and Leadership Skills

- Emphasis on Professional Development

- Training in Business Administration & Organizational Development

- 3.3 GPA