Analytical Chemist Contract Analyst
Resume:
Andrew McMahon
SUMMARY
Inspected oil water separators, fuel dispensers, fuel underground storage tank sumps and transfer pumps and for compliance issues and identified potential problems and recommended repairs.
Identified potential environmental compliance issues and recommended remediation.
Performed minor fuel dispenser repairs.
Performed qualitative and quantitative testing on asphalt and aggregate mixes to determine analytical qualities for proposed paving projects.
Analyzed aggregates from differing sources to determine feasibility in asphalt cement mixes.
Analyzed final products on engineering runs of developing pharmaceutical products to determine feasibility and characteristics.
Received all required and any supplemental training and certifications for needed analytical techniques and instruments.
Sampled and analyzed pharmaceutical manufacturing areas for microbial quality using various sampling methods for differing production areas and classifications.
Analyzed food and industrial grade honey for contaminants and chemicals banned in the United States.
Performed aqueous chemical reactions to determine various properties of brine water samples, including: Carbon dioxide, bicarbonates, pH, specific gravity, and sulfates from oil wells and pipelines.
Ran and serviced a scanning electron microscope with x-ray diffraction to analyze solid samples from oil wells and pipelines to determine composition and treatment methods.
Ran samples on Infrared Spectroscopy of manufactured chemicals to determine purity and contaminants, along with High Pressure Liquid Chromatography.
Performed well side sampling and analysis to determine chemical properties and treatment methods.
Worked closely with client companies and environmental agencies on analytic results, treatment recommendations, and compliance policies.
EXPERIENCE
MVI Field Services 2022
Environmental Compliance Inspector
Inspected underground fuel storage tanks, transfer pumps, sumps and fuel dispensers.
Identified potential compliance issues, fuel leaks, and other potential issues.
Maintained site compliance and training documents.
2019-2022
APAC-Shears Kansas Division, Hutchinson, KS
Asphalt Technician QC/QA
Performed analysis on proposed asphalt cement mixtures to determine analytical qualities and feasibility.
Performed analysis on aggregates and aggregate blends to determine suitability for mixtures and compliance to specifications.
Pfizer, McPherson, KS 2018-2019
Environmental Monitoring Technician, Microbiological Quality, Aseptic Technician
Sampled pharmaceutical production areas for microbial quality.
Trained in differing aseptic corridors as required by classification.
Recorded results and entered into databases for review by compliance departments.
Pfizer, McPherson, KS 2017-2018
Product Development Contract Analyst
Performed chemical stability analysis on stored samples at various time intervals using Good Manufacturing and Good Scientific Practices, including pH, microscopic particulate matter analysis, density, viscosity, and other characteristics.
Performed batch analysis on placebo, engineering runs, and exhibition runs for developed products to determine chemical and manufacturing feasibility.
Documented all relevant data into an electronic and a hard bound lab notebook according to FDA and company regulations.
Ensured analysis results were within accepted specifications and followed previously established trends.
Worked closely with engineering in development of a method for force testing using newly acquired instruments.
Performed and documented shipping and receiving of products and samples for analysis.
Worked closely with compliance to ensure documentation and records were maintained and reviewed as needed.
Developed a reverse engineering protocol for innovator drug product to determine sameness with products in development.
Trained in additional analytic analysis techniques as needed for current and future projects.
Walmart Auto Care Center, Hutchinson, KS 2016-2017
Automotive Service Technician
Serviced customers’ automotive needs including oil and lubrication systems, tires, and batteries
Barkman Honey, Hillsborough, KS 2016
Analytical Chemist
Analyzed food and industrial grade honey for contaminants and chemicals banned in the United States.
Determined source pollen of the honey through spectroscopic and microscopic analysis using a scanning electron microscope.
National Geological Services, Aurora, CO 2013-2015
Researcher
Researched oil and gas records and located missing information in local offices and county seats.
Located physical locations of previously capped oil and gas wells.
Pickrell Drilling, Wichita, KS 2012-2015
Intern
Well side geology watching during drilling, including interpreting in process electronic logs and bore samples, always under the supervision of an established geologist.
Researched previous oil and gas records, lease information, well logs, and geologic maps prior to interest in the areas.
Updated new well locations on county and state maps.
Jacam Chemicals, Sterling, KS 2007-2010
Chemist
Performed aqueous chemical analysis to determine various properties of brine water samples, including carbon dioxide, bicarbonates, pH, specific gravity, and sulfates and bacteriological assays to determine any potential contamination.
Operated and serviced scanning electron microscope with x-ray diffraction to analyze solid samples from oil wells and pipelines to determine composition and potential treatment methods.
Analyzed manufactured samples with Infrared Spectroscopy and High Pressure Liquid Chromatography to determine purity and identify potential contaminants.
Ran in process well side samples using methods described above to provide real time monitoring and treatment methods.
Worked closely with client companies and environmental agencies to discuss and disseminate results.
EDUCATION
B.S. Geology, Minor Chemistry
Wichita State University, Wichita, KS
Graduated on Dean’s List
A.A.
Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson KS
References:
Ted Parrish, MVI Field Services
Juliet Bongianni, Pfizer
Felicity Kilmer, Walmart
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