Luanne Knapp

636-***-****

636-***-****

acq0c7@r.postjobfree.com

** ******** *****, ****, ** 63379

~ ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGIST & ANALYTICAL LAB CHEMIST ~

Providing exceptional technical and analytical skills

KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Environmental Geologist

Phase II Remediation

Karl Fischer

Lab Packs

Analytical Lab Chemist

Automated Titrimetry

POTW Compliance

Manual Titrimetry

Micro Titrimetry

Coloritmetry

ACS, USP/NF, EP, JP Testing

UV/Vis

Gel Electrophoresis

Thin Layer Chromatography

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PERRY AGRICULTURAL LABORATORY, INC., Bowling Green, MO 2014-present

Agricultural laboratory serving the needs of the farming community using science to solve production, environmental and regulatory challenges.

Soil Analyst 2014- present

Perform up to 1000 phosphorus determination assays daily on agricultural soil samples by semi-automated colorimetry.

TERRACON CONSULTANTS, INC., St. Louis, MO 2010

Engineering firm specialinzing in geotechnical, environmental, construction materials, pavement and asset management services.

Environmental Geologist, part-time 2010

Assisted in overseeing Phase II remediation at a diesel fuel tank farm in Illinois. In-house assistance with report writing and Phase I documentation.

HOME-BASED DOMESTIC ENGINEER, St. Charles, MO 2003-present

SIGMA-ALDRICH CHEMICAL CORPORATION, St. Louis, MO 1997-2004

Produces and sells a broad range of biochemicals, organic and inorganic chemicals and related products.

Analytical Quality Control Chemist I 1999- 2004

Analytical Quality Control Lab Technician 1997-1999

Performed routine compendia assays from ACS, EP, USP/NF, and JP. Performed routine titrimetry assays (manual, micro and automated) including preparing and standardizing the titrants. Participated in weekly safety audits of the lab. Daily lab duties included calibrating various lab equipment such as analytical balances and pH meters and restocking of lab necessities.

■Cross-trained in UV/Vis, Gel Electrophoresis and Thin Layer Chromatography.

■Mentored an intern in a heavy metals experiment.

■ Trained new employees on Karl Fischer and titrimetry procedures.

■DEA approved to work with controlled substances.

■Highly trained in personal protection equipment and safety for working with hazardous and human-source chemicals.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE continued

ENVIRONMENATAL OPERATIONS, INC., St. Louis, MO 1995-1997

Specializes in environmental and geotechnical services.

Environmental Geologist/Project Manager 1995-1997

Investigated groundwater contamination utilizing a variety of methods including the installation of groundwater monitoring wells, development of wells and groundwater sampling. Performed borehole logging and soil sampling for the purpose of environmental site characterization. Sampled soil and water for underground storage tank (UST) corrective actions. Executed wastewater outfall sampling for Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW) discharge permit compliance.

■Assistance with creating Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Plans for the Missouri National Guard.

■POTW discharge permit compliance for Browning Arms Company in Arnold, MO.

BIOSPAN TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Washington, MO 1994-1995

Provider of sanitation products for healthcare, industrial and commercial use.

Production Chemist 1994-1995

In charge of the production of lotions, shampoos, degreasers and cleaners used in the healthcare industry.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

Bachelor of Science in Geology, Chemistry minor ~ Southwest Missouri State University, Springfield, MO

OSHA 40-hour Hazwoper Certification 1996, 8 hour refresher course 2010

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