Baton Rouge, LA *****
Phone 225-***-****
E-mail ******.******@*****.***
Theora N. Tyrone
Objective
To obtain a challenging position with opportunities to utilize my skills, knowledge and education at a higher capacity, which would be beneficial to the business, while allowing opportunities for advancement and a chance to obtain more experience/education.
Education
Southern University & A&M College Baton Rouge, LA
BS in Chemistry and Minor in Math
On the Dean’s list for Academics
Published work from research with mentor.
Work experience
Oct. 2016 – present Catholic Charities Baton Rouge, LA
Disaster Case Manager
Perform outreach to identify vulnerable persons in need of services and referrals.
Screen applicants promptly and responsively to identify urgency of need and direct individuals to appropriate services, providing accurate and timely information and referral.
Perform intake interviews via phone and/or in person, linking survivors to resources for urgent needs.
Conduct comprehensive, individualized, strengths based, and culturally responsive assessments of each client’s disaster recovery needs and available resources.
Engage each client to cooperatively participate in the development, implementation, and ongoing review of an individualized disaster recovery plan.
Empower the disaster survivor to effectively access the resources available in accordance with the sequence of assistance for disaster recovery.
Provide, refer, or otherwise arrange for individuals and families to receive needed services and resources identified in the recovery plan through the following actions: assist in the restoration of pre disaster social service benefits for qualified individuals; verify unmet needs by obtaining records and/or contacting vendors; network with other organizations to guide client through sequence of delivery without duplication of benefits or services
Monitor client progress toward recovery goals,
Document using standardized forms and enter relevant information into the client registry (CAN) in a timely manner.
Advocate with and for clients by activities including but not limited to:
prepare for and make case presentations on behalf of client;
actively participate in long term recovery groups where such exists; and
provide support and advocacy with governmental and non governmental agencies and organizations when necessary.
April 2011 – June 2016 Dexco Polymers Plaquemine, LA
Quality Specialist, M&E
Vector Manage Production Laboratory---Caught and analyzed raw material, in process samples and final product using various instrumentations. Participated in Method Validation activities. Performed routine instrument maintenance and non-routine troubleshooting. Built and maintain SQC charts using NWA and introduced to operations for use. Updated LIMS with new products and specifications. Perform calibration verification and instrument upgrades and MOC changes. Grade product for shipping. Help maintain inventory for lab supplies. Maintain SARA & Lot Reports. Entering quality in SAP. Perform internal ISO audits and was managing representative for external ISO audits. Managed and maintained document management system and MOC process. Managed and lead annual Management System Reviews. Assist with customer orders and provided COAs. Assist EH&S, Training, and Logistics Departments. ISO-9001 Auditor. Efficient in SAP, LIMS, ODMS, AWP, NWA, WebEDMS, etc
Dec. 2006 - April 2011 Dow Chemical Company Plaquemine, LA
Analytical Technician, M&E
Vector Manage Production Laboratory---Caught and analyzed raw material, in process samples and final product using various instrumentations. Participated in Method Validation activities. Performed routine instrument maintenance and non-routine troubleshooting. Built and maintain SQC charts using NWA and introduced to operations for use. Updated LIMS with new products and specifications. Perform calibration verification and instrument upgrades and MOC changes. Grade product for shipping. Maintain SARA & Lot Reports. Efficient in LIMS, ODMS, AWP, NWA, WebEDMS, etc.
EPOXY Manufacturing Lab (Freeport, TX) ---Analyzed raw material, in process samples, and final product using various instrumentations. Ran calibrations and troubleshoot instruments. Assist with the installation of new instruments and aide in procedure writing.
Jan. 2006 - Oct. 2006 EBRPSS Baton Rouge, LA
Math/Science Teacher
Taught Graduate Exit Exam (GEE) Math prep course, Physical Science, and Environmental Science courses.
June 2002 – April 2005 BellSouth Baton Rouge, LA
Sales/Services Rep
Assist customer with bills and offer/recommend products to simplify/improve their lives.
Jun. 1998 – Nov. 2000 Honeywell, Inc. Geismar, LA
Lab Tech. In a Special Chemical (HF) Laboratory
Analyzed process and final products using various instrumentations. Prepared reagents, solutions, and standards as required to calibrate instruments, analyze product, etc. Assist HS&E (Health, Safety, and Environmental) analyzing, data processing, safety orientations, and various duties needed to run the department.
May 1997 – June 1998 Dynacare Baton Rouge, LA
Accessing Technician III
Processed bio-specimens for testing and data entry.
Aug. 1996 – May 2002 EBRPSS Baton Rouge, LA
Long-term Sub. Teacher
Taught 8th grade Algebra and Advance Algebra.
Aug. 1993 – May 1996 Southern & LSU Chemistry Dept. Baton Rouge, LA
Laboratory Research Assistant
Help develop new techniques for synthesizing oxazoles. Prepared solutions, interpreted findings, library background research, and wrote technical reports for publication. Assist in laboratory experiments in analytical analysis.
Skills
CAN, SAP, Theoretical and practical knowledge of: GC, LC, GPC, FTIR, Viscometer, RI, MFR Indexers, SMART5, NMR, AA, ICP, TOC, Autotitrators, Ion Spec, Moisture Balance, Spectrophotometers and various other instrumentation.
Achievements
Built, implemented and maintained NWA SQC electronic charts for Vector (operations and lab). Installed and assisted in installation of various instruments in both Vector and Epoxy I labs. Maintain tracking to ensure quality of analytical data, resolve product grading issues, and assist with special release of sub-par product. Assist with customer complaints. Maintain reports for finished products and air quality. Routine calibrations, advanced calibrations and troubleshooting instruments. Conducted method validation of all quality critical instruments. Analyze raw materials, in process samples, and final product using various instrumentations. Perform routine, non-routine and complex routine analyses. Responsible for following and training others on good analytical practices, analytical systems and lab management systems. ISO9001 Auditor Certification.