Laboratory Technician

GODFRED BINEY

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917-***-**** / ************@*****.***

Seasoned research laboratory scientist with 15 years of experience working with different lab settings and experience in analytical test and Quality Control. Knowledge of use of most common lab equipment and, High-Tech lab equipment such as GCMS, GC, HPLC, AAS, and Spectrophotometer, just to mention a few, and measuring devices. Familiar with solution preparation, and the management and disposal of hazardous chemicals. Follow Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) and ISO Standards (e.g., ISO 17025: 2017). Familiar with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook), and Computer Data Entry. Manage, execute, and coordinate projects, and establishing creative strategy for optimizing internal operations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Camin Cargo Control, New Haven, CT 09/05/2023 – 04/19/2024

Laboratory Manager Assistant

Leading and managing of technicians to ensure that production is conducted accurately and efficiently.

Ensuring that technicians follow all safety procedures in the execution of their duties.

Train technicians to run test using the appropriate standard operating procedure.

Maintain inventory of chemical and other lab. Supplies used in production.

Manage the lab. budget including forecasting expenses and approving purchase.

Facilitate communication and collaboration between the lab and the operation department.

Oversee the disposal of hazardous waste and ensuring that the lab adheres to environmental safety.

Familiar with Polaris and Baytek software applications.

Carried out finished petroleum product test using the following instruments,

oBenzenes and oxygenates in gasoline using GC Wasson-ECE instrumentation.

oOlefins in gasoline using Superficial Fluid Chromatography SFC) Selerity Technologies Inc.

oAromatics in gasoline using GCMS Agilent 5977b GC/MSD

oDiesel and Biodiesel flash point using Herzog/PAC Opiflash Pensky Martens

oDistillation of petroleum product using OptiDist herog by PAC

oSulfur in petroleum using Sindie Sulfur Analyzer 2622-10 M-Series

oASTM color determination using Lovidond

oAPI and density of petroleum liquid using Anton Paar Density meter DMA 4500M.

oReid Vapor Pressure (RVP)s in gasoline using eraVap.or SetaVap.

oMercaptans in gasoline using Metrohm

oLubricity in diesel using High Frequency Reciprocating Reg (Wear Scar).

oDye in diesel using UV-1800 Shimadzu UV Spectrophotometer

oFatty acid Methyl Ester (FAME) in diesel using Perkin Elmer FT-IR

Fuelcell Energy, Danbury, CT 10/2020 – 09/2023 Post Test Analysis Technician

Perform fuel cell stack component collection and preparation for analytical laboratory testing

Perform metallographic sample preparation (cutting, mounting, polishing) and basic microscopy

Assist in analytical lab processes including both wet chemistry and physical property testing

Assist in developing methods and procedures for cell component post test analysis

Perform routine Solid Oxide Fuel Cell material production activities on a research scale, including milling, tape casting, screen printing, spray coating and sintering. Refine processing parameters and methods based on observations.

Perform small scale (button and 5x5 cm) cell testing.

Accurately document ongoing tests and experimental data as directed

Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment according to schedule

Interact and communicate effectively with internal and external customers

Duracell, Bethel, CT 04/2018 – 10/2020

Lab Technician

Determination of hardness using MT50 Sotex

Determination of Friability/Abrasion Test using Caleva

Prepare anode and electrolyte mixtures and formulations

Hand fabrication of cell components such as electrodes, separators and current collectors

Cell filling using different techniques

Cell sleeving and ink jetting

Pre-test inspections including dimensions, voltage, and impedance

Post-mortem tear down and failure analysis of tested cells

Preparations of small anode batch mixing using 8000M mixer/mill

Slugs powder mixing, baking, and pelleting using Roller Mixer, Turbula Mixer, and Sieve Shaker.

Making pellets using anode Die and a Shim, and an Arbor Press

Fenyi Renewable Energy Inc, Beacon Fall, CT 02/2013- 04/2018

Lab Research Scientist

Design and develop FenEnergy Renewable Generators and Systems

Make model prototypes, propose modifications

Prepare product documentation, writing report and giving presentation

Maintains FenEnergy and company’s reputation by complying with federal and state regulation

Managing relationship with 3rd party test facility.

Managing relationship with subcontractors for development of FenEnergy and functional testing in production environment.

MELA Sciences, Inc., Irvington, NY 03/2007- 01/2013

Operational Support/ OSHA Safety Compliance Officer

Measuring Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) using a spectrometry in an environment chamber

Performs test on Melafind probes and fixtures under various environment settings

Perform specific functions under various controlled environment settings

Record and analyze results of the environmental testing

Performing light mechanical assembly

Various duties as required by the Operation Department

Calibrating instruments

OSHA safety compliance and all duties associated with being a Safety Officer

Animal Research Institute (CSIR), Accra, Ghana 2/1999 – 6/2004

Laboratory Technologist

Carried out chemical analysis on the following food substances:

oMinerals (trace elements), using AAS Spectra AA200

oCrude protein, using Kjeltec auto sampler system 1035 analyzer

oEther extract (crude fat), using Soxtec system HT1943 extraction unit

oCrude fiber, using Fibretec system 1010 heat extractor

oGross energy, using Bomb calorimeter C4000(adiabatic)

oAnalysis of food samples, additives and contaminants in foods using HPLC

oDetermination of solution concentration using spectrophotometer CE 2021

Preparation of solutions for lab use

Pillars Foods Inc, Accra, Ghana 11/1998-6/2000

Technical Manager (Water Purification)

Purification of underground water using the following techniques;

oRemoval of micro particles (100% removal of cyst and 99.99% pathogenic bacterial) using 0.05micron ceramic filter

oUsing UV light to denature microorganism

oRemoval of odor using Carbon filters

oUsing reverse osmosis to desalinate water

Supervise and provide direction to the operation staff

Accra Girls’ Secondary School, Accra, Ghana 9/1998 – 2/1999

Laboratory Technician

Ensured that adequate chemicals and equipments were available for work in the three laboratories

Maintained the laboratories and to ensure regular and periodic inventory taking of all equipments and chemicals

Ensured that laboratories were set for practical activities/lessons

Assisted students during practical lessons

Trained laboratory assistants

Membership / Certifications

OSHA certified

Inspecting Portable Fire Extinguishers certified

Education

Bachelor of Science, Health Science, Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, NY, 2012

Higher National Diploma (HND), Laboratory Technology University of Cape Coast, Ghana, 1997

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