Experienced Chemist

LEAD ANALYTICAL CHEMIST

Compound Synthesis Quality Control Wet Test and Instrumental Analysis

Recently relocated to Texas, accurate and inventive chemistry professional seeks to contribute experience as analytical chemist in method development, SOP writing, and basic instrument repair. Tenacious and hard-working team leader, and team player, brings qualitative and quantitative skills. With an affinity for adapting to new situations, articulate communicator and self-starter, strives to make immediate and valuable contributions.

Core Competencies

GC/MS Ultraviolet Visible Spectrometry (UV Vis) Karl Fisher Infrared Spectrometry Thin Liquid Chromatography (TLC) High Performance (Pressure) Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Distillation (automatic and manual) ICP OES (Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy) Titration (automatic and manual) Extractions Density Viscosity (automatic and manual)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Modumetal, Inc., Seattle, WA 02/2011 – 08/2016

Modumetal™ is a revolutionary nanolaminated alloy that is stronger and lighter than steel.

Quality Assurance Chemist (06/2012) Lead Analytical Chemist (12/2011) Chemist (02/2011)

Develop and qualify methods using advanced analytical instruments, i.e. ICP, Hull Cell, HPLC. Maintain analysis capability to meet production schedule and the needs of the project manager. Complete Gauge RR on all methods, and ensure that all are below 5% error, using complex math algorithm. Lead 5S implementation throughout the company. Use quality control to ensure the accuracy and precision of all analytical results. Write SOPs, standard operating procedures, with great detail to record analysis methods with high repeatability and reproducibility. Updated technology by ordering new instruments and transferred valid methods. Delivered final results to R&D and operations team to insure in process product meets specification. Maintained lab, ordered and stocked chemicals and consumables, troubleshoot instruments, and keep instruments up to date i.e. preventative maintenance, calibration, standard (ordered and mixed).

SGS North America, Inc., Deer Park, Texas 12/2008 – 1/2011

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company.

Chemist Oil, Gas, Chemical (OGC)

Conduct laboratory procedures and perform calculations of volatile organic compounds to determine chemical composition. Perform analysis, including wet tests and instrumental analysis, in accordance with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), international protocols and Universal Oil Products (UOP) regulations. Interpret test results; complete control charting, documentation and records.

Recognized ability to learn quickly and complete 100% more work than peers

Polyorganix, Inc., Houston, Texas 5/2007 – 12/2008

Polyorganix is a chemical laboratory specializing in polymers, nanomaterials, fullerene compounds and heterocyclic building blocks.

Senior Assistant Chemist (6/2008) Shipping Director (12/2007) Assistant Chemist

Received and inventoried reactants and chemical supplies. Completed small and large scale organic and polymer reactions in compliance with environmental standards. Completed purity testing. Managed the shipment of hazardous and innocuous chemicals. Mentored and trained team of junior assistant chemists; delegated tasks and facilitated experiments.

Developed innovative and cost-effective ways to synthesize organic and polymer chemicals

University of Houston Fundraising, Houston, Texas 2005 - 2007

Student Caller

Professional outbound caller received numerous praises for most pledges and dollars, weekly.

EDUCATION CERTIFICATION ADVANCED TRAINING

University of Houston, Houston, Texas (Dean’s List)

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry, 2008 and Bachelor of Science in Psychology, 2002

Advanced training includes:

5S Methodology – Sort, Straighten, Sweep, Standardize, Sustain and Lean Manufacturing

AFFILIATION

American Chemical Society, since 2004

Performed chemistry experiments for disadvantaged, minority youth while inspiring, said youth, to pursue a career and a hobby in chemistry.

TECHNOLOGY

Word, Excel, Outlook and Power point; Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS); Chemstation

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