Akshar Patel
Nashua
Summary
Results-driven Senior Quality Control Analyst at Nova Biomedical Corporation with expertise in quality assurance and data analysis. Proven track record in optimizing quality metrics and enhancing process improvements. Skilled in equipment calibration and fostering cross-functional collaboration, ensuring compliance with GMP standards while training teams to uphold rigorous quality protocols.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Quality Control Analyst
Nova Biomedical Corporation
Waltham
10.2022 - Current
- Ensured that all required documentation is completed accurately and timely.
- Monitored performance metrics such as scrap rate, defect rate, and rework rate to track progress against established objectives.
- Work with engineering and manufacturing personnel regarding quality issues encountered
- Participated in cross-functional teams focused on process improvement initiatives.
- Trained employees in proper equipment use and product testing procedures.
- Calibrated, validated or maintained laboratory equipment.
- Cross trained in Strips & Meter lab and assisted with blood testing
Clinical Laboratory Volunteer
Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
Burlington
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Collect and prepare samples for analytical testing
- Prepare and calibrate laboratory instruments according to established procedures
- Routinely assist in analysis of microscopic, immunologic, hematologic, and chemical tests
- Assist in analyzing test results for accuracy and quality
- Prepare and deliver test results to physicians or researchers
- Manage logistics of sample handling
- Transferable Skills: Laboratory Operations, Teamwork, Attention to Details, Project Management, Microsoft Office
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Massachusetts
Lowell, MAMassachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Boston, MASkills
- Quality assurance and control
- Data analysis and reporting
- Equipment calibration and maintenance
- Laboratory testing and validation
- Employee training and development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Effective communication skills
- Process improvement strategies
- Quality metrics and assessment
- Preventive actions and planning
- Validation protocols and procedures
- Auditing techniques and compliance
- GMP compliance standards
- Documentation review and management
- Quality process optimization
Affiliations
- UMASS Lowell Best Buddies: Encouraged leadership development in teenagers with intellectual disabilities through group activities and one-on-one mentoring.
- UMASS Lowell Public Interest Research Group (MASSPIRG): Advocated environmental awareness to reduce disposable bottle use on campus.
- MCPHS Student Government Association: Represented BAPS Campus Fellowship at monthly student government meetings.
- BAPS Campus Fellowship, MCPHS Chapter: Organized events for students to learn about heritage and culture on campus.
- Kumon Math and Reading Center: Prepared matrix system to structure curriculum that provided individualized instruction and tutoring in Math and Reading to children ages 4-15
Extracurricular Activities
BAPS Youth Activities and Charities: Key speaker of youth charities presentations that inspires youth to stay connected with their cultural roots. Promote youth involvement in cultural and social development. Lead events to understand the value of diversity in multi-cultural society. Kumon Math and Reading Center: Prepared matrix system to structure curriculum that provided individualized instruction and tutoring in Math and Reading to children ages 4-15.
Timeline
Senior Quality Control Analyst
Nova Biomedical Corporation
10.2022 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Volunteer
Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
01.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Massachusetts
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
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