April Dillard
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Dedicated professional skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Resourceful and adaptable individual with extensive experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Technician
Aiken Chemical Company
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Perform testing on finished goods, such as pH and refractometer
- Performed visual testing on new products
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
- Identified areas for process improvement, implementing changes that increased overall lab performance.
- Researched new methods and techniques to improve laboratory procedures.
- Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Entered data from results into an Excel spreadsheet.
Quality Control
Qualflex Technologies, LLC
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Perform testing such as specific gravity, and color testing using a Spectrophotometer, on finished goods
- Also performing Incoming Inspections on materials needed for packaging
- Maintaining proper documentation to keep in line with ISO-9001 specifications is also required
- Entered data into an Excel spreadsheet.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
R&D Chemist
Applied Catalysts, LLC
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Designed and tested new washcoats for different types of metal catalysts.
- Enhanced efficiency in the laboratory by streamlining workflows and optimizing processes.
- Assisted with collecting, identifying and packaging hazardous and non-hazardous waste products to comply with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act regulations.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, meeting deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
- Developed laboratory testing programs and data analysis while adhering to SOPs, ECOs, batch records and work instructions.
- Developed new chemical formulations, leading to enhanced product performance and customer satisfaction.
- Performed such tests as viscosity and moisture, along with various other types of physical testing.
Laboratory Technician
International Vitamin Corporation
04.2012 - 09.2022
- Performed Disintegration and/or Dissolution on multiple samples throughout the week, to meet due dates
- I also performed TLC, TOC, Weight Variation, Hardness, Moisture, and assisted others, as needed.
- Kept up with general lab cleanliness and maintained proper pipette cleaning and glassware cleaning.
- Entered testing results into LabWorks software, and maintained documentation to back up results.
- Checked coworker's entered data in the computer system, and checked the hard copy for errors.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Functioned as primary data generator to record and calculate data and sign assay sheets.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Reduced errors in data entry by meticulously reviewing and validating information before submission.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fountain Inn Christian School
Fountain Inn, SCSkills
- Calibration
- Pipetting
- Work extremely well within a team and alone
- Eager to learn new things
- General lab cleaning
- Data Entry
- Attention to Detail
- Test Reporting
- Quality Control
- Document processing
- Positive Attitude
- ISO 9001
Equipment Trained On
- TLC
- TOC
- Hardness
- Weight Variation
- Disintegration
- Dissolution
- Moisture
- Viscocity
- Uto-titrator
- Spectrophotometer
- FT-NIR
- Balance calibration tools
- PH meters
- Pipetting
Timeline
Lab Technician
Aiken Chemical Company
10.2023 - 01.2024
Quality Control
Qualflex Technologies, LLC
02.2023 - 10.2023
R&D Chemist
Applied Catalysts, LLC
09.2022 - 02.2023
Laboratory Technician
International Vitamin Corporation
04.2012 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Fountain Inn Christian School
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