Quality Assurance Salt Lake

Joseph Cremer

801-***-**** • **********@****.*** • 4592 W Vermillion Dr, South Jordan

EDUCATION

Westminster College May 2017

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

GPA: 3.3

Dean’s List

Beam’s Science Scholarship recipient

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Asahi Refining June 2023-Present

Chemist II West Valley City, UT

Runs impurity analyses using ICP-OES on precious metal samples to calculate metal fineness

Identifies the necessary methods and instruments for evaluating the compositions of unknown samples

Performs daily calibrations on laboratory instruments to ensure efficient workflow and accurate results

Maintains digital and hand-written records to facilitate interdepartmental communication

Refines methods to enhance reporting of metal impurities to better align with standardized guidelines

Creates monthly learning events to support and promote safe and efficient operations

Handles several tasks concurrently to effectively meet deadlines while guaranteeing accurate results

Oversees inventory of laboratory supplies to ensure the availability of necessary materials

Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail while conducting fine precious metal analyses

Zoetis Reference Laboratories August 2021-June 2023

Medical Technologist Salt Lake City, UT

Analyzed 100 to 300 veterinary samples daily to provide timely and accurate results to clients

Identified and reported macroscopic and microscopic organic material in samples to aid in diagnosis

Completed QC twice daily for instruments to ensure accuracy and efficiency in equipment operating

Prepared control and test reagents for laboratory personnel to effectively conduct laboratory testing

Independently performed all lab processes in a cohesive manner to meet strict turnaround requirements

Collaborated with Quality Assurance and management to build efficient work systems

Applied understanding of chemical processes to accurately troubleshoot instrument failure

BioFire Diagnostics November 2018-August 2021 QC Technologist Salt Lake City, UT

Wrote reports detailing processing errors in control testing for Quality Assurance documentation

Created systems for technologists to more effectively manage daily workloads

Led discussions in order to set strategic plans during weekly lab meetings

Developed self professionally and personally through monthly meetings with manager

ARUP Laboratories August 2017-November 2018

Histotechnician Salt Lake City, UT

Prepared and conducted cancer testing on human tissue samples to aid in patient diagnosis

Initiated communication with pathologists and clients weekly to organize intradepartmental workflow

Established rapport with clients, pathologists and engineers to develop efficient problem solving

Adapted to change through proactive and open communication with coworkers and clients

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Summit Academy High School April 2018-March 2021

Asst. Varsity Basketball and Head Track Coach Bluffdale, UT

Led players through daily drills to improve their playmaking skills

Adapted proactively to an opposing team’s game plan

Collaborated with assistant coaches on season-lasting decisions

SKILLS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Excellent in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

Basic programming knowledge

Collegiate Men’s Basketball

Collegiate Track and Field record holder (1:52 800m/ 49.1 400m)

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