SHEILA M. ESGUERRA
Red Deer, AB T4N 1M9 Canada
Mobile number : (+1) 403- 872-8033
Landline number: (+1) 403- 314- 0252
Email Address: ********@*****.***
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
. A committed, diligent and efficient chemist with professional
experience in various chemical laboratories in diversified areas and
roles
. In-depth knowledge of all laboratory techniques, terminology,
equipment and materials
. Good technical analytical skills, problem solving ability, numerical
skills, practical skills and communication skills
. Have a good experience in handling sophisticated laboratory equipment
such as GCMS, HPLC and AAS
. In-depth knowledge in ISO 17025 standards and QA/QC practices
RELEVANT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Forensic Chemistry
. Conducted complete examinations on the suspected illegal drugs,
controlled precursors and essential chemicals submitted by law
enforcement officers
. Examined urine specimen of the arrested individual for the presence of
illegal drugs
. Rendered laboratory reports on the examinations conducted that served
as material evidence against the accused and testified to court
thereafter as an expert witness
. Obtained trainings on Chemical Control and Clandestine Laboratory
Investigation Course in Thailand sponsored by the International Law
Enforcement Academy as one of the Philippine Government delegate to
enhance knowledge on the illegal manufacturing of dangerous drugs and
to have awareness of the updated chemicals and methods that criminals
have been using in their illegal work
. Processed, examined, investigated and testified five (5) drug
clandestine laboratories apprehended in the Philippines within the
years of service
Laboratory Testing and Research
. Performed qualitative and quantitative analyses of histamine, sugar,
beta-carotene, Vitamin A, total dietary fiber and proximate parameters
of submitted food samples in accordance to ISO/IEC 17025
. Conducted research on the provision of food reference material and
proficiency testing on the participating local and international
testing laboratories
. Conducted laboratory analyses of the selected parameters that includes
homogeneity and stability tests of the chosen food reference material,
packing and sending of sample to participating laboratories; and
collation, tabulation and statistical evaluation of the proficiency
test results
. Assisted in the preparation of the accomplishment report and the
preparation of the journal article that has been published in 2010
entitled "Provision of proficiency test (PT) scheme on proximate and
mineral analyses: Philippine experience"
Pollution Control/Hazardous Wastes Management
. Provided methods on the treatment of hazardous industrial wastes like
used organic solvents, used oil and contaminated materials generated
by the client companies prior to proper disposal to the approved
facility and landfill
. Ensured safety transit of hazardous wastes from the generator's
premises to the treatment and disposal facility by providing
appropriate vehicle, proper signage, trained personnel and with proper
documentation and permits from the regulatory agency
. Modified the company's existing emergency and contingency plan in case
of spillage during transit of wastes, upon storage and during
treatment into a more safe condition
. Provided trainings to personnel to ensure safety and health
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Forensic Chemist 2009-2011
Laboratory Service- Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Quezon City
Philippines
Science Research Specialist
2008-2009
Food and Nutrition Research Institute-
Bicutan Taguig City, Philippines
Department of Science and Technology
Pollution Control Officer
2006-2008
Maritrans Recyclers, Inc.
Parian Calamba City, Philippines
Production Foreman
2006
Shindengen Philippines Corporation
Canlubang Calamba City, Philippines
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry University of the
Philippines Los Banos College
TRAINING/ SEMINARS ATTENDED
. WHMIS for Workers, UFCW Web Campus Canada, May 2013
. Health and Safety, UFCW Web Campus Canada, October 2012
. Emergency Preparedness and Pandemic Response Planning, UFCW Web Campus
Canada, October 2012
. Ergonomics: Risk Factors, and Design Principles, UFCW Web Campus
Canada, October 2012
. ISO/IEC 17025:2005. The Standard for Laboratory Competence, Philippine
Trade Training Center- Department of Trade and Industry, Pasay City
Philippines, 2011.
. Calibration of Volumetric Wares, National Metrology Division,
Industrial Technology Development Institute- Department of Science and
Technology, Quezon City Philippines, 2011
. Chemical Control Course and Clandestine Laboratory Investigation
Course, International Law Enforcement Academy, Bangkok Thailand, 2011
. Security Training, Investigation and Intelligence Service- Philippine
Drug Enforcement Agency, Quezon City Philippines, 2010
. 1st Thermo Mass Spectrometer Users Training, Quezon City Philippines,
2010
. Basic High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Training, Shimadzu
Philippines Corporation, Makati City Philippines, 2010
. DKSH-AT-GCMS101 Agilent 7890 Gas Chromatography and Agilent 5975 Mass
Spectroscopy Familiarization and ChemStation Operation, Edward Keller
(Philippines) Inc., 2009
. Drug Analysis Training II, Japan International Cooperation Agency
(JICA), Quezon City, 2009
. Drug Analysis Training I, Japan International Cooperation Agency
(JICA), Quezon City, 2009
. Seminar for Proficiency Testing (Round 3) Participants, Food and
Nutrition Research Institute- Department of Science and Technology,
Taguig City Philippines, 2009
. Seminar-Workshop on Measurement Uncertainty and Statistics for
Chemists, Food and Nutrition Research Institute- Department of Science
and Technology, Taguig City Philippines, 2009
. 1st Asia Conference on Chemistry Education and 24th Philippine
Chemistry Congress, Philippine Federation of Chemistry Societies,
Inc., Tagbilaran City Bohol, 2009
. The 34th Food and Nutrition Research Institute Seminar Series,
Department of Science and Technology, Taguig City Philippines, 2008
. Advance Training Course: Environmental Monitoring and Reporting,
Environmental Management Bureau- Department of Environment and Natural
Resources, Manila Philippines, 2007
. Basic and Refresher Course for Pollution Control Officers,
Environmental Management Bureau- Department of Environment and Natural
Resources, Dasmari as Cavite, 2007