Alaina Merson

* ******* *** 410-***-****

Baltimore, MD 21222 acsam2@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE

Dedicated, career minded professional looking for opportunities for growth

Utilizes a systematic and logical approach for problem solving

Great attention to detail and organized

Strong work ethic with the ability to perform tasks unsupervised

Computer literate: experienced user of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, and other programs designed specifically for the businesses where I have worked to date such as SAP and DevEx

WORK EXPERIENCE

McCormick & Co., Inc.

R&D Laboratory Technician III

Apply McCormick flavors and spices into final applications to showcase our flavor capabilities to interested customers and consumers.

Collaborate and contribute to the ideology of the applications in which flavors will be used, relying on knowledge and experience of flavor.

Collaborating with customers on how to utilize McCormick flavors in their own products.

Gaining experience and knowledge of how flavors are created and the different chemicals and properties involved.

Learning the rules and regulations involved with the nomenclature of chemicals and flavors.

2014- Present

Laboratory Technician III 2009-2014

Perform laboratory testing on materials to ensure quality standards are met.

Occasionally sample raw materials using outlined techniques, including verifying proper documentation.

Perform FT-IR for identification verification of raw materials.

Calibration and basic operation of GC, SPME, and HPLC instruments.

Participate in daily calibration of laboratory equipment.

Participate in good housekeeping following safety, HACCP, allergen and GMP guidelines.

Participate in continuous improvement meetings, high performance work system meetings, and monthly safety training meetings.

Dunbar Armored

2007 - 2010

Driver/Guard ATM Technician

Performed scheduled service on designated ATM route; filled cash dispenser and performed minor first line maintenance for automatic teller machines.

Followed specific instructions in the technical bulletins for the several different types of machines worked on each day.

Conducted both routine and error driven diagnostics to trouble-shoot reported problems to keep each machine in working order.

Trained new employees being assigned to service routes.

Recognized as a natural leader and mentor with solid training capabilities.

Senior Vault Clerk 2005 – 2007

Managed the activities of vault employees to ensure strict adherence to established procedures.

Verified items brought into the cash vault agreed with the accompanying documentation.

Sorted outgoing items in accordance with destinations and associated routes.

Prepared delivery orders for assigned route teams the next day.

Assisted in reconciling any problems encountered with discrepancies.

Conducted data entry to the Dunbar Armored Corporation tracking and accountability system.

Established an excellent employee record of accountability and personal responsibility.

Securitas

2003 - 2005

Security guard

Provided after hours security at client locations ensuring no trespassers had breached established security safe zones and that no property damage was incurred.

Filled out and filed required quality assurance paperwork throughout each performance period and at the completion of each shift.

Established an outstanding employee record of dependability and ethical conduct.

Radio Shack

2001 - 2003

Sales Associate

Assist customers in finding products and answering questions.

Assured timely product restocking from inventory.

Took classes and exams pertaining to product information as required by the company’s continuous learning program.

Excellent employee record of dependability, reliability and professionalism.

EDUCATION

Towson University

2008

B.S. in Biology

Volunteer Intern program at the National Aquarium in Baltimore. This program involved intensive training in a short period of time to learn about the various exhibits and how to answer questions about them.

Worked as a Veterinarian technician shortly after high school for about a year. Responsibilities included performing various tests such as fecal, urinary, blood, etc. Also responsible for preparing for surgeries as well as cleaning/ sterilizing instruments after surgeries.

Awards from McCormick & Co., Inc. for outstanding performance and going above and beyond general responsibilities.

Safety committee member from 2012-2013, responsible for health and safety checks in various parts of manufacturing plant and quality laboratories as well as collaborating with team on making changes to help all work more safely.

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