Quality Control Technician
Resume:
Glen Allen Drabinowicz
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PROFILE
Scientific professional with laboratory proficiency, proven track record of
patentable ideas and products, strong background in petroleum testing,
quality control, patentable adhesives, wastewater, fire protection and
product testing, and ink jet laboratory testing. Other previous experience
includes maintenance repair, troubleshooting, and upkeep of large
industrial equipment and laboratory equipment. Recognized by all
organizational levels and clients for technical expertise, personal
dedication, resourcefulness and commitment to quality outcomes. Equally
effective working alone or in multidisciplinary teams developing and
implementing innovative, cost appropriate solutions to complex challenges.
Life-long learner who possesses excellent communication, interpersonal,
critical thinking, problem resolution and leadership abilities.
EXPERIENCE
Offshore Lobstering and Gillnetting, Greens keeper and seeking employment
May2112 -2013
Camin Cargo Control Inc.-Petroleum Inspecting and Laboratory Testing,
Chelsea, MA
Laboratory Petroleum Manager/Job Coordinator April 2011 - March 2012
Conducted tests on all laboratory equipment that required Statistic
Product Control (SPC) and plotted results to ensure the values fell
within the UCL and LCL Limits. Proficient in all ASTM testing of Jet A
Fuel, R-Bob, R-e10, Gas Oil, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Oil, Light Cycle
Oil, #4 Oil and #6 Oil testing. Will discuss any ASTM testing procedures
upon request and followed Glp's
. On-call 24/7, maintained entire Boston testing facility alone which
included retain storage area, and octane determining engines. Also
directed branch technicians in different states to support the Boston
laboratory.
. Ran all ASTM tests on ships, barges, shore tanks and submitted samples,
reported timely results.
. Troubleshoot and fix laboratory equipment whenever possible and report
findings to superiors.
. Worked to confirm laboratory maintained ethical testing standards and EPA
regulatory compliance.
. Gained strong understanding of Polaris (LIMS) computer system, which is
an aid to EPA petroleum testing.
. Did QC checks of Operations Department entries and Inspection Department
entries, checked those against tests requested by the client, compared
all information to EPA guidelines to locate any discrepancies, then
determined the laboratory testing that was required. After testing, I
was required to transmit final results directly to the client and confirm
client receipt, without Operation Department review.
. Disseminated requests from multiple superiors and offices, managed intra-
departmental communication, and determined best course of action to
prioritize / expedite all mandatory testing within client schedule.
. In additional to my laboratory department responsibilities, my role also
contained many aspects of Operations, which were well outside the scope
of typical laboratory department duties.
Cabot Corporation Inc. Inkjet Division Quality Control and In Process
Testing, Haverhill, MA
Quality Control and In-Process Lab Technician June 2010 - March 2011
. Laboratory testing of all Inkjet products manufactured and reworked at
the plant under Glp's.
. Ran appropriate testing to resolve customer issues through Technical
Service Requests (TSRs).
. Entered data into the global WINLIMS system for In-Process and Final
Products confirmation.
. Issued Non-Conforming Material (NCM) when product was out of control
limit specifications.
. Entrusted to run the laboratory alone, did shift crossover work with all
laboratory personnel and production associates, restocked lab inventory,
calibrated and tested laboratory equipment as required by specs.
Inspectorate America Inc.-Petroleum Inspecting and Laboratory Testing,
Chelsea, MA
Shift leader/ Senior Laboratory Petroleum Technician March 2005 -
August 2008
. Conducted tests on all laboratory equipment that required Statistic
Product Control (SPC) and plotted results to ensure the values fell
within the UCL and LCL Limits Worked under exacting Glp's
. On-call 24/7, worked alone, ran all ASTM tests on ships, barges, shore
tanks and submitted samples, reported timely results to the Operations
Department or clients.
. Monitored and restocked laboratory inventory and equipment, including
chemicals and disposable tests, and troubleshot and fixed laboratory
equipment when possible, reported findings to superiors.
. Worked with Gas and liquid Chromatographs on a daily basis. Proficient
in all ASTM testing of Jet A Fuel, R-Bob, R-e10, Gas Oil, Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Oil, Light Cycle Oil, #4 Oil and #6 Oil testing. Will
discuss any ASTM testing procedures upon request.
New England Environmental Technologies, Groveland, MA September 2004 -
March 2005
Environmental Field Technician
. Collected environmental samples (soil/groundwater/surface water/sediment)
for analysis and implement, monitored, multi phased decontaminating
municipal, and industrial waster systems
Liberty Carton - Manufacturing, Peabody, MA May 2004 - September 2004
Class A Maintenance Mechanic
. Used mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting to resolve problems to
enable production to meet daily output
Eugene Ricciardelli Inc. - Construction, Lynnfield, MA March 2004 - May
2004
Concrete Laborer/Machine Operator/Equipment Maintenance
. Applied mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot construction equipment
problems resulting in finishing ahead of schedule and reducing union
labor costs.
W.R. Grace & Co. - Construction, Cambridge, MA 1999 - 2002
Senior Research & Development Technician, Fire
Protection Division / Lead MWRA licensed Waste Water Operator
. After 9/11 I was charged to solely perform the installations of W.R Grace
& Co Fire protection products on all types of structural steel and have
them subjected to the most aggressive fire testing and succeeded in
achieving the highest fire rating listings that Underwriters Laboratories
in the U.S. and Canada can conduct.
. I compounded a new Biocide in W.R Grace & Co Fire protection product
formulation that eliminated sick building syndrome and had the Leading
Microbiology Laboratory at Harvard University to confirm it was
successful. Reduced the biocide health rating from a 4 to a rating of 2.
. Glp's Gmp's Convinced the President and head laboratory management to
automate waste water treatment system for all laboratories at the Grace
Cambridge site
Noreast Fresh Inc., Chelsea, MA 1998 - 1999
Quality Control Technician, Food Processing Factor, Gmp's
. I was responsible for the safety of over one hundred fifty production
workers and ensured all HACCP standards were stringently adhered to by
creating a proactive culture for safety and cleanliness.
C.L. Hauthaway & Sons, Inc., Lynn, MA 1994 - 1998
Q.C. Laboratory Technician, Inprocess Solvent and Urethane Technician,
Senior Research and Development Urethane Laboratory Technician Gmp's Glp's
.
. I formulated the bandage adhesive that incorporated an antibiotic in the
adhesive and it became a patentable idea and was then sold to the company
Band-Aid. I also increased the standards % solids content in water borne
Urethanes from ~30% and increased to ~55%. Greatly contributed to thread
coatings and cloth coatings in flame retardant clothing research, and
made one of the first waterproof breathable fabrics.
Phillip Powell Offshore Lobstering and Gillnetting, Swampscott, MA 1991 -
1994; 2012 - 2013
Deckhand
EDUCATION
BS in Biology with Chemistry Minor, Salem State College, Salem, MA 1991
Courses leading toward Masters in Plastics Engineering, University of
Lowell, MA Graduate School 1996-1997
North Shore Community College, Danvers, MA 2009
Enrolled in the Biotechnology Certificate Program, completed Microbiology
class, and have two remaining courses to complete the Biotechnology
Certificate Program.
INTERESTS - Rock hound, rollercoaster enthusiast, coin collecting,
gardening, woodworking, fishing, hiking.
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