Experienced Analytical Scientist

Professional Summary

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**** *. ****** ***., ***********, IL 62704 • 217-***-**** • ************@***.*** Detail-oriented Quality Professional adept at reviewing materials and finished items for compliance with specifications and standards. Skilled in reporting and problem-solving with a history of making a positive impact on manufacturing operations in a FDA regulated environment. Laboratory setup

Recordkeeping and documentation

Chemistry expertise

Testing samples and specimens

Lab equipment maintenance

Regulatory compliance

Documentation expertise

Production procedures

Quality Control Technician, 08/2009 to Current

MEDA Pharmaceuticals Inc. – Decatur, IL

Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products. Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections and other established tests.

Monitored product standards and quality-control programs. Set and monitored product standards, examining samples of raw products and processing tests, to ensure the quality of all finished products.

Organized work to meet demanding production goals. Chemist, 10/2006 to 03/2008

Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals – Saint Louis, MO

Provided inventory control of reagents, chemicals and supplies using proper labeling and computerized management systems.

Followed established processes and protocols to assist in the synthesis and purification of complicated organic molecules and modified neuropeptides Completed new product method development projects while adhering to SOPs, ECOs, batch records and work instructions.

Worked with cross-site and cross-functional teams in research and development, EH&S, product marketing and manufacturing engineering.

Repaired, calibrated and safely operated all laboratory equipment. Chemist, 04/2005 to 01/2006

Prairie Analytical Systems Inc. – Springfield, IL

Calibrated and maintained all laboratory equipment, including spectrometers and chromatographs. Developed methodologies to identify contaminants, including pesticide residues and VOC's in soil and water

Created spreadsheets and other forms of documentation to accurately record and calculate analytical results

Chemistry Supervisor, Organic Analysis, 02/2003 to 04/2005 TMI Analytical Services L.L.C – Springfield, IL

EPA methodologies to identify contaminants, including pesticide residues in products. Created spreadsheets and other forms of documentation to accurately record and calculate analytical results

Calibrated and maintained all laboratory equipment, including spectrometers and chromatographs. Supervised a cross-functional organics laboratory team of three Saved on supply costs by working closely with suppliers to ensure that all components met department quality standards.

Quality Control Chemist, 12/2001 to 02/2003

United Industries Corp – Saint Louis, MO

Repaired, calibrated and safely operated all laboratory equipment. Developed new materials and products for use in the industrial herbicide and pesticide industry. Operated in compliance with all appropriate regulatory agencies and safety requirements. Worked with cross-site and cross-functional teams in research and development, EH&S, product marketing and manufacturing engineering.

Followed established protocols to assist in the production of pesticides and herbicides. Implemented test scripts and recorded results.

Technical Support Representative, 09/1999 to 10/2000 Bunn-O-Matic Corporation – Springfield, IL

Reviewed technical documentation and procedures.

Maintained and updated customer service database.

Led internal product training for food service equipment. Assisted customers with order placing.

Maintained high departmental standards for quality and productivity metrics. Education

Application Specialist, 08/1995 to 01/1999

Data Specifics Corporation – Springfield, IL

Performed on-site and in-house bench-scale testing, data analysis and reports. Trained staff on the proper use of systems and conducted orientation seminars. Managed the effort of software and hardware upgrades and deployment of new services and products.

Created manuals and published guidelines for proper use of systems. Collaborated with clients from concept through final delivery of product or service. Provided documentation on start-up, shut down and first level troubleshooting of instrumentation to quality assurance/quality control staff.

Bachelor of Science: Environmental Biology, 1991

Eastern Illinois University - Charleston, IL

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