Austrid Cohrs
Lewis,Iowa
Summary
Skilled Lab and Oil Technician with proven expertise at Elite Octane in optimizing equipment performance and reducing downtime through effective technical issue resolution. Knowledgeable in instrument calibration and hazardous materials handling. I foster strong supplier relationships, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring consistent product quality. Committed to safety and continuous improvement in high-pressure environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Oil Technician
Elite Octane
03.2022 - Current
- Operated and maintained oil extraction equipment for optimal performance.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling hazardous materials during operations.
- Learned routine maintenance procedures to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency.
- Recorded and utilized daily datasets to optimize chemical additions, ensuring consistent corn oil quality and minimize production costs.
- Participated in training sessions on safety practices and equipment handling techniques.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in oil production machinery.
- Streamlined operations through effective communication with team members during maintenance projects.
- Maximized productivity by efficiently scheduling maintenance tasks around production demands.
- Developed strong working relationships with key suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of essential parts at competitive prices.
- Ensured accurate inventory management, ordering necessary replacement parts and tools as required.
- Optimized performance by calibrating instruments and replacing worn parts as needed.
- Assisted in the successful completion of major projects through collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Laboratory Technician
Elite Octane
04.2018 - 03.2022
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, enhancing accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for testing processes, enhancing consistency across the laboratory.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, GC, IC, HPLC, spectrophotometer, KF analyzer, NIR, NMR.
- Conducted thorough quality control tests on ethanol samples to ensure compliance with ASTM industry standards.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Collected and performed analytical testing on in-process product.
- Utilized statistical analysis and historical data trends to predict and prevent production issues before they impacted output.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
- Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
Pharmacy Technician/Buyer
Cass Health System
10.2006 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with pharmacists and healthcare providers to verify medication accuracy and ensure optimal care.
- Maintained detailed inventory records and conducted cycle counts, reducing medication stockouts and shrinkage.
- Managed purchasing of prescription and OTC medications, maintaining optimal stock levels while reducing overstock and back orders.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to address patient medication inquiries and resolve issues effectively.
- Conducted medication reconciliation to verify accuracy of patient prescriptions upon discharge.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Aided pharmacists by preparing sterile compounding products for IV administration using aseptic techniques.
- Engaged in continuous learning to stay updated on pharmaceutical practices and products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hiram Johnson
Sacramento, CA01-1992
Skills
- Valve operation
- Instrument Calibration
- Technical issue resolution
- Hazardous materials handling
- Mechanical aptitude
- Pump operations
Timeline
Oil Technician
Elite Octane
03.2022 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Elite Octane
04.2018 - 03.2022
Pharmacy Technician/Buyer
Cass Health System
10.2006 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Hiram Johnson
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