Aiden Ward
Portland,OR
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical chemist with talents for team building, leading and motivating, and problem solving. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab and Quality Manager
Industrial Source
10.2024 - Current
- Performs testing, inspection, and analysis of all specialty gas products: industrial non-flammable gas mixes, pure gases, medical gas products, and cryogenic liquids.
- Work extensively with gas chromatography, moisture analysis, oxygen detection, and THC analyzers.
- Leads Regulatory Compliance with FDA, EPA, and ISO 17025:2017 ISO accreditation.
- Prepare SOPs, validation protocols, and validation/qualification reports.
- Prepares analytical reports as required.
- Operate and maintain analytical and chromatographic equipment.
- Maintains quality control records and log books.
Quality Analyst
Compounder's International Analytical Laboratory
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Worked with management to administer projects and ensure data is reported accurately and on time while communicating any problems or project delays to clients.
- Collaborated with management to provide training on improved processes and assisted with creation and maintenance of quality training.
- Recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team to implement corrective actions.
- Analyzed quality and performance data to support operational decision-making.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
Special Chemistry Lead Analyst
Compounder's International Analytical Laboratory
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Performed analysis of pharmaceutical finished products using wet chemistry and spectroscopy methods to test for purity.
- Collaborated with management to provide training on improved processes and assisted with creation and maintenance of quality training.
- Analyzed team performance and identified opportunities for additional training.
- Developed training materials, SOPs and work instructions to supplement new team hires.
Special Chemistry Analyst
Compounder's International Analytical Laboratory
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Created spreadsheets and other forms of documentation to accurately record and calculate analytical results following GDP.
- Performed technical laboratory functions in compliance with regulatory agencies and safety requirements.
- Performed analysis of pharmaceutical finished products using various methods to test for purity.
- Troubleshot equipment adjustments to meet and maintain safety, output and quality expectations.
R&D Lab Manager
Mid South Laboratories
11.2019 - 07.2022
- Developed and customized products, formulas, processes, and analytical methods
- Reverse engineer and formulated products for clients to be used as competitors sold in stores and industrial companies
- Train lab technicians and assistants on the correct use of lab equipment, an addition to mentoring and disciplining lab staff
- Developed client relationships and communicated with clients to explain proposals, present research findings, and discuss project status
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN05.2022
Skills
- Spectroscopy
- Gas Chromatography
- ISO/IEC 17025 Compliance
- Analytical Chemistry
- Data Analysis
- Technical Writing
- Quality Controls
- Operational Improvements
- Project Management
- Finished products analysis
- USP Interpretation
- Laboratory Management
Timeline
Lab and Quality Manager
Industrial Source
10.2024 - Current
Quality Analyst
Compounder's International Analytical Laboratory
12.2023 - 08.2024
Special Chemistry Analyst
Compounder's International Analytical Laboratory
07.2022 - 03.2023
Special Chemistry Lead Analyst
Compounder's International Analytical Laboratory
03.2022 - 12.2023
R&D Lab Manager
Mid South Laboratories
11.2019 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tennessee Technological University
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