Quality Manufacturing

Wales H Stoner III (Trae) Page *

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Wales H Stoner

“I am a 2012 graduate of Clemson University with which I have combined

studies with full time work and many other commitments. In achieving

this, I have proved myself to be self-motivated, committed and determined

in achieving my goals.”

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Wales Henry Stoner III (Trae)

418 N Musgrove Lane Duncan SC 29334 864-***-**** **********@***.***

Career Objective

I am a microbiology graduate of Clemson University with which I have combined studies with full time work and

many other commitments. In achieving this, I have proved myself to be self-motivated, committed and determined in

achieving my goals. I have also demonstrated excellent negotiating and organizational skills, a firm sense of

responsibility, and a proven capacity to work hard under pressure. I also possess excellent verbal and written

communication skills and I am able to relate to a wide range of people as proven by my varied work experiences in

food manufacturing laws and regulations, court room witness testimonies, DSS social work, manufacturing, hospital

laboratory work, tutoring, and patient care.

EDUCATION

Clemson University

Bachelor of Science, Microbiology

Spartanburg Community College

Associate of Science

Presentations, Tutoring, Honors, and Certifications

Clemson University

• Researched and presented information on beneficial microorganisms and their synergistic relationship with

probiotics and Helicobacter pylori

• Presented material on the disease of interstitial cystitis and benefits of proper daily nutrition

• Participated and presented information in mock scientific journal format on storage of blood products and

correlation data study in conjunction with Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System.

• Volunteer for fellow students in selected courses for tutoring :Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology,

Microbiology Lab, Nutrition, Chemistry and Chemistry Lab

Spartanburg Community College

• Recipient of Dean’s List Fall 2009, Spring 2010, Summer 2010,and Fall 2010

• Science Club President

Certifications

• American Heart Association for the BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) program

• American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid (Modules A,B,C,D,E)

Practical skills gained during my degree

• Amplification of Genomic DNA by Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

• Gel Electrophoresis

• Sound know how of bacterial and fungal agents and standard chemical tests

• Microscopy, microbial cultures and samples preparation

• Growth, Isolation and identification of microorganisms

• Bacterial and fungal staining

• Microbial isolation techniques (such as culture media, plating etc.)

• Data analysis, interpretation and preparation of reports for publication

• Optimization of transformation reactions

• Identification of the product by analyses, IR spectra, and NMR spectra

• Isolation and purification of DNA

• DGGE, SDS-PAGE, and ARDRA

• Gene sequencing and cloning

Work Experience

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Nestle

June 2013 – Present Gaffney SC

Quality Specialist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support Quality Supervisors in meeting all Nestlé Quality and Food Safety Standards for all products produced in the

production process in accordance with USDA guidelines and the factory’s HACCP plan. Correctly and adequately

document quality and food safety issues as they occur, and communicate necessary information to team. Work with the

business units to gather necessary product information to investigate quality and food safety issues involving potential

product holds. Assist in quality and food safety audits. Be familiar and trained on all current SOPs required for Quality

Coordinator or Lab Specialist duties. Help ensure compliance with GMP policies, HACCP, QMS, and good

housekeeping throughout the plant. Execute active release program (HACCP, Net Content, Sensory, etc.) to ensure that

finished product produced meets program requirements. Monitor finished product to ensure it is within compliance for

recipe and visual specifications. Perform normal lab duties and sustain GLP's and lab safety. Check accuracy of quality

related paperwork. Perform validations on metal detectors/x-rays and scanners. Collect microbiological

samples/environmental swabs when necessary. Train operators or other team members on quality or food safety

programs. Team leader for several projects within the company to drive cost down, improve a process, or eliminate

consumer complaints within the factory to an acceptable level that is dictated by Nestle corporate.

Accurate Diagnostics/LabTree Bio-Reference Laboratory

July 2012-May 2013 Greenville SC

Director of Laboratory Operations

Duties and Responsibilities:

Developed, implemented a startup, and maintained a high complex bio-reference laboratory with the specialties

including: clinical chemistry and immunology utilizing a Roche Cobas 6000, hematology, microbiology, coagulation,

urinalysis, serum allergy testing, and infidelity screening. Also responsible for the development of all reference ranges

for each individual assay along with the integration of all test working in a bidirectional format with the Laboratory

Information System (Labdaq). Maintained all inventory of supplies and performed studies to test the stability of each

QC and calibrator being used to lower operating cost. Developed work instructions and all instrument work procedures

and protocols in a semi-paperless environment.

Expert witness for the Department of Social Services related to drug screening and confirmations for upstate of South

Carolina.

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System

October 2010- July 2012 Spartanburg SC

Laboratory Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities:

Registration of patients/specimens, compliant order verification, ordering lab procedures in LIS, processing specimens

in preparation for testing in chemistry, microbiology, Labcorp, blood bank, pathology, and other reference labs,

providing and understanding specifics in communication, development, and treatment needs of patients, families, and

visitors ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatric. Maintenance of proper insurance filing, ICD-9 codes, and

handling potentially infectious blood, body fluids, and other specimens in compliance with regulatory standards

according to procedure.

Michelin Tire North America Spartanburg SC

March 1999 - July 2010

Tire building manufacturing professional

Duties and Responsibilities

Worked in a fast-paced organization as a member of cross-functional teams and as a leading member of the following:

• Focus Improvements and TPM events

• QS-9000 and ISO auditing document management and retention coordinator

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• Classes on: Train the Trainer, Team Building, Diversity within the Workplace, Lockout/Tag out, and

manufacturing professional

• Managed teams training records and certifications

• Spokesperson for: HR, quality, production, maintenance, and safety

• Presented yearly for United Way donations and contributions

References

Dr. Drew Baker, MD 843-***-****

Dr. Berta Hopkins, PhD 864-***-****

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