Chemist, Quality Control Technician

LATEEF BALOGUN

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Phone: 770-***-****

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OBJECTIVE: Seeking a position in a pharmaceutical environment where I can utilize my specialized skills, education and diversified experience in enhancing growth and development within your organization.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATION

• Proficient in the MS windows environment using Microsoft office applications, good presentation skills and Database Management. Ability to display excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

• Prior experience using HPLC, GC-MS, Ion chromatography and knowledge of cGLP, FDA and cGMP guidelines.

• Good project management, organizational skills, knowledge of data analysis, synthesis and interpretation.

• Ability and strong knowledge of research study, analyses of on raw materials, In-process and finished products using Spectrophotometer, Colorimeter, PH meters TOC and UV-VIS equipments.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Dendron Corporation Union City, GA Feb 2010-Present

Manufacturing Associate I

• Aseptic GMP manufacturing and assembly of clinical and commercial human blood derived components in a clean-room environment with biological safety cabinet (Class 10,000/ISO7 and Class 100,000/ISO8).

• Weighs, measures and checks raw materials to ensure batches manufactured contain proper ingredients and quantities.

• Maintain batch records and clean room environment to comply with regulatory requirements, good manufacturing practices (GMP) and aseptic processing of clinical and commercial products using Standard Operating Procedures.

• Assist with validating processes and equipment that are directly related to filtration, cleaning and sterilization.

• Provide general upkeep of gowning and supplies for the clean-room in manufacturing areas.

• Represents department in cross-functional teams, projects and GXP related problem resolution.

The Clorox Company Forest Park, GA Feb 2007-Jan 2010

Quality Control Analyst

• Performed physical and quality control testing such as viscosity, colorimetric, temperature control and PH measurement on raw materials used in product formulation, finished products and liquid gel.

• Analyzed and determined the level of heavy metals such as iron, manganese, zinc and copper using wet chemistry technique and Millipore test method.

• Assisted in the design of standard operations, statistical process controls (SPC) to monitor production output. Validated and calibrated of laboratory equipments.

• Prepared samples for analyses of Hypochlorite, Alkalinity and Amine Oxide in finished products using titration and analytical technique.

• Determined Total Organic Compounds (TOC), a-terpineol and total terpene alcohols in production samples using equipments such as TOC analyzer and Gas Chromatography.

• Assisted supervisors and Quality Assurance with identifying and documenting process deviations, change controls, and corrective actions (CAPA’s).

• Performed all start up, calibrations, and QC functions for department such as specific gravity, viscosity testing and PH readings as needed.

• Conducted quality control testing on all chemicals, reagents and instruments used in the laboratory.

• Inspect and maintain packaging quality and laboratory testing equipment such as GC, autotitrators, viscometers and PH meters. Perform audits to production line quality process.

Crane Micro- Optic Solutions Alpharetta, GA May 2004-Dec 2006

Chemist

• Developed new analytical techniques for raw materials and product formulation. Interpreted data and test results used in scientific reports. Participated in the quality assurance programs of assigned lab and special research project.

• Tested samples from product raw materials to determine quantity and identification of compounds using equipment such as HPLC, Viscometer and Centrifuge. Maintained laboratory logs and all test results in appropriate manner.

• Handled upkeep and maintenance of the clean room as well as certain equipments including scheduling of lab cleaning. Used ovens and large vacuum disposition systems for processing of technology. Assisted with the implementation of statistical process control.

Walton County Environmental Health Monroe, GA March 2002-April 2004

Environmental Health Specialist 3

• Identified hazardous workplace conditions such as mold infestations, asbestos and PCBs pollution and initiate corrective action within specified time frame.

• Collected water, wastewater, effluents and industrial wastes from treatment plant. Performed chemical, biochemical and bacteriological tests analyses to determine the presence of total and fecal coliform, toxic substance and hazardous materials from chemicals and air pollutants.

• Investigated complaints of public health hazard and sewage pollution; initiated corrective actions within specified time frame. Conducted technical research on environmental impact assessment, pollution control and remediation based on EPD and EPA guidelines.

EDUCATION:

Lagos State University

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (U.S.Equivalent Degree)

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