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Allison Fuhrmeister

Cedar Rapids

Summary

Dedicated individual with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.

Personable and curious, bringing solid foundation in microbiology principles and laboratory techniques. Well-versed in microbial identification and analysis, with strong skills in aseptic technique and data interpretation. Committed to advancing scientific knowledge and improving public health through meticulous research and innovative solutions.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Microbiologist 1

Element Materials Technology
11.2022 - Current
  • Reduced contamination risk by maintaining a sterile laboratory environment and adhering to safety protocols.
  • Collected and processed specimens for clinical protocols.
  • Optimized lab workflow by training junior staff members on proper equipment usage, sample handling, and data recording practices.
  • Ordered laboratory equipment and supplies.
  • Supported research projects with timely specimen collection, preparation, and documentation for various studies.

Laboratory Assistant

Element Materials Technology
11.2020 - 11.2022
  • Helped maintain laboratory efficiency with well-organized supplies and proper equipment cleaning and sanitation
  • Set up, calibrated and ran wide range of laboratory equipment
  • Inspected laboratory devices, completed basic maintenance and identified complex issues needed skilled repairs
  • Handled high workloads by monitoring lead times and successfully prioritizing workloads
  • Inoculated bacteriological media with organisms such as Gram Negatives and Streptococcus species

KITCHEN CREW MEMBER

HY-VEE
03.2013 - 11.2020
  • Strategically plated hot meals and salads in aesthetically pleasing arrangements
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols
  • Used downtimes to prepare ingredients and restock supplies for expected busy periods
  • Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy
  • Prepared and expedited food orders to support waitstaff and other team members
  • Cleaned and sanitized all work surfaces between preparation of various foods, avoiding cross-contamination while maintaining food safety guidelines

Education

Associate - Culinary Arts

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
05.2021

High school or equivalent - undefined

West Senior High School
Iowa City, IA
05.2015

Skills

  • Food safety measures -7 years
  • Verbal and written communication -7 years
  • Preparation techniques -7 years
  • Specimen Handling -1 year
  • Equipment Knowledge -1 year
  • Good laboratory practices
  • Microbial identification
  • Quality control procedures
  • Antibiotic susceptibility testing
  • Microbiological techniques

Disclaimer

I hereby confirm that the information below is true to my knowledge and belief. 19Dec2024 Allison Fuhrmeister

Timeline

Microbiologist 1

Element Materials Technology
11.2022 - Current

Laboratory Assistant

Element Materials Technology
11.2020 - 11.2022

KITCHEN CREW MEMBER

HY-VEE
03.2013 - 11.2020

High school or equivalent - undefined

West Senior High School

Associate - Culinary Arts

Kirkwood Community College
Allison Fuhrmeister