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