Chemical and Microbiological analysis, quality control, and GLP

KATELYN OCAMPO, GradTech

acy8kd@r.postjobfree.com 778-***-**** Richmond, BC

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

Education

-Chemical and Environmental Technology 2014-2017 (Expected Graduation) Analytical Science

BC Institute of Technology Burnaby, BC

-Bachelors of Science – Biology (ICES Accredited) 2009-2013 Human Biology

De LaSalle University Cavite, Philippines

Areas of Expertise

§ SOP Regulations § Fire/Wet Assay § Microbial Assay

§ Documentation/LIMS § Environmental Sampling § TLC/HPLC

§ Air/Soil/Water Analysis § Quality Control § Maintenance

§ GMP/GDP/HACCP § ASTM/ISO Standards § Solvent Extraction Technical Proficiency & Skills

Instruments: GC/MS, FTIR, Flame or Flameless AA, TLC, ICP-MS/OES, XRF, UV/Vis Spec, Rotary Evaporator, Fluorescence Spectrophotometer, HPLC, PPB Rae Chemical

Techniques:

Weighing, digesting, gravity filtration, acid/base titration, standardization, pipetting, practical extractions, classical fire assay, wet assay, gravimetric analysis Computer

Applications:

ACD/ChemSketch, MS Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Publisher), Minitab, Solidworks, Internetworking – Surfing and E-mail

Professional Experience

-Microbiology Laboratory Technician IEH Laboratories & Consulting Group, Richmond BC

December 2016 – Current

§ Perform routine screening of food products (raw and finished products) and environmental testing

(air & contact plates, swabs, and sponges) for bacterial integrity in accordance to established SOPs

§ Execute duties that include: sample log-in, sample preparation, media preparation, waste disposal and cleaning within Quality Control Laboratories

§ Accomplish analysis and interpret results using PCR, gel electrophoresis, and other cultural methods. Manage and release results into LIMS

§ Routine operation and maintenance of various equipment including autoclaves and incubators

-Laboratory Probe/Scale Operator Ocean Spray of Canada Ltd, Richmond BC

(Seasonal) September 2016 – November 2016

§ Performed randomized sampling through the operation of industrial probe

§ Utilized cyclone separator to retrieve samples and performed maintenance through purging system

§ Maintained scale tickets and operation logs with proper verification and documentation

§ Executed operation of industrial scale with ensured load accuracy and calibration

§ Managed and released laboratory reports through Growers Business System (GBS) software

-Laboratory Analyst, Microbiologicals ALS Environmental, Burnaby BC

(Casual) May 2016 – September 2016

§ Analyzed Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) for water quality using SKALAR Automated Dispenser and Probe Reader (conductivity meter) with 5-day incubation

§ Executed Sulphide analysis through color for water quality with required titration and chemical laboratory methods for absorbance reading

§ Performed data computation and analysis for BOD and Sulphide analyses while maintaining QC into LIMS

§ Calibrated and Zero-Calibrated SKALAR and Spectrometer and recorded QC aspects of the instruments

§ Assisted Routine and advanced extraction team in performing chemical techniques following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of OGG, PCB, PAH, and EPH solvent extraction in water, oil, and soil samples

§ Aided in sample reception by organizing, documenting, and verifying log-in samples

-Sterilization Maintenance Assistant Pediatric Dental Group Inc., Vancouver BC

(Full-time) May 2013 – September 2015

§ Performed Four-Phase Sterilization System utilizing Lisa-Water Steam Sterilizer Autoclave, Miele Washer-Disinfector 6T881, Ultrasonic Cleaner, Sci-can Station Sterilizer, and NSK Handpiece Maintenance Unit

§ Maintained oiling schedule and functionality of Dent-X Film Processor

§ Received, decontaminated, inspected, assembled, and wrapped surgical/medical instruments and trays for utilization with consideration for purpose and completeness of set

§ Recorded quality control aspects of sterile processing

Projects

Sampling and Analysis of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in Indoor Air Quality of LEED Certified Buildings in Vancouver

§ Analysis of VOCs in selected LEED buildings in Vancouver and comparison of NIOSH and IRRST Standards

§ Air analysis using PPB Rae monitor and personal sampling pumps with Carbon-Activated tubes and Thermal Desorption tubes

§ Solvent extraction of air sample with CS2 in carbon-activated tubes

§ GC/MS analysis of extracted sample for identification and concentration of VOCs

Certifications

WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) – April 2016 Fire Extinguisher Safety – April 2016

First Aid (Level 1) – December 2014

Professional Affiliations

Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of BC – GradTech

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