Azriel Espinal Velazquez
Dallastown,USA
Summary
Professional scientist prepared for impactful contributions in microbiology. Skilled in microbial analysis, laboratory techniques, and data interpretation. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable performance under changing conditions. Known for critical thinking, precision, and problem-solving abilities.
Quality assurance professional known for high standards and results-driven approach. Extensive background in laboratory testing and maintaining rigorous quality control. Valued team collaborator with focus on achieving objectives and adapting to evolving requirements. Proficient in analytical testing, problem-solving, and maintaining compliance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QA Lab Technician
Church & Dwight
York, PA
01.2024 - Current
- Perform finished product testing according to current specifications and SOP’s for vitamin using HPLC and LCMS. Perform Microbiology testing utilizing aseptic technic to vitamins for E.coli, Salmonella, Total Plate count (TPC) and Yeast and Mold, utilizing Petrifilm and/or FDA Bacteriological Analytical Method (BAM). Perform Environmental testing to the production area, utilizing ATP swap, Quick Swab (Listeria, Enterobacteriaceae and Staph) and Air sampler. Perform water testing for Listeria, Pseudomonas, TPC, Coliform and Yeast&Mold. Perform review of other analyst’s notebooks and analysis reports Maintain/standardize laboratory equipment according to current SOP’s. Write and Investigate possible root cause analysis when a non-conformance results was obtain. Prepare/standardize laboratory solutions according to current SOP’s Provide analytical testing for validations. Provide analytical testing to support finished product expiration (stability). Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures and Job Safety Analysis in all areas of the job. Adhere to all safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE. Perform qualification of the laboratory equipment. Maintain a clean work environment. Perform other duties as assigned
- Full time
Quality Assurance Technician
Church & Dwight
York, PA
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Conducts audits on operating, high speed production line, Performed raw material, in-process and finished product QC analytical testing which includes viscosity, pH, solids, color/odor, titration and HPLC analysis, etc. Actively participated in roots cause analysis and support non conformance’s product, and take appropriate action to contain material/product. Responsible for the calibration of laboratory equipment such as HPLCs, balance, etc.
- Full time
Quality Control Technician III (QC)
HR Pharmaceuticals
York, PA
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Same responsibility has a Quality Control Technician II, In charge of second shift QC tech. Train new QC tech. Give task to other QC tech. Approved and Release material for production to use. Help on internal audits. Help on the company lab when needed (FTIR, Viscosity, pH, etc). Collect and send samples to the lab for micro testing.
- Full time
Quality Control Technician II (QC)
HR Pharmaceuticals
York, PA
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Verify components and material are correct before the line start producing product. Inspect raw material in incoming inspection. Performed environmental test using RCS and a particle counter. Inspect pallets that come from production. Assist with validation procedures, NCR/CAPA investigations and root causes analysis, and internal audits. Review and approved documents. Review and Release MRB, Review and Updates SOP (document Control). Performed viscosity test and pH test on lubricant. Do hourly inspections on line, including perform weight on product. Provided label to production when needed.
- Full time
Product Auditor (QA)
Vantage Food
Camp Hill, PA
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Working with USDA in inspecting and verifying line that are properly clean before production start running. Certify to lock out, tag out. Check product and verify that pass specs, Put product on hold if don’t pass specs, Train in Metal Detector, Read gas level using the Dan sensor and Bridges, Verify leak from mother bag using water tank.
- Full time
Administrative Assistant
Alternativa Psico-Educativa (APPR)
Puerto Rico
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Serve the general public, Coordinate appointment through the phone or in person, archive document, manage cash and Atm.
- Part time
Administrative Assistant
Integrated Psychological Services (IPS)
Puerto Rico
06.2012 - 12.2017
- Serve the general public, medical billing (1500 sheets), Coordinate appointment through the phone or in person, archive document, manage cash and Atm.
- Part time
Quality Assurance Assistant
Scienza Labs (Pharma Bio-Ser)
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Prepare growth media, use an autoclave, assist QA in whatever task they assign me
- Coop Program
Assistant of Laboratory Technician Program
University of Puerto Rico Arecibo (UPRA)
Puerto Rico
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Prepare growth media, clean instruments, uses the autoclave, organizes inventory, help students.
- Study and Work
AAA’s Lab of the Treatment Plant of Barceloneta
Puerto Rico
06.2015 - 07.2015
- Analysis of water including BOD, COD, Ammonia.
- Summer internship
Education
Degree - Microbiology Enfasys in Industry
University of Puerto Rico in Arecibo
Arecibo, Puerto Rico01-2017
Skills
- Microbial cultivation
- Problem solving & troubleshooting
- Good laboratory practices
- Sample preparation
- Chemical handling
- Environmental monitoring
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Audit inspections
- Quality control knowledge
- Microsoft Excel
- Laboratory techniques
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Computer skills
- Gram staining
- Microbial identification
- Aseptic techniques
- Strong attention to detail
Accomplishments
White Belt Certification
Yellow Belt Certification
PCQI Certification
Certification
- White Belt
- Yellow Belt
- PCQI Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
QA Lab Technician
Church & Dwight
01.2024 - Current
Quality Assurance Technician
Church & Dwight
09.2022 - 01.2024
Quality Control Technician III (QC)
HR Pharmaceuticals
05.2020 - 09.2022
Quality Control Technician II (QC)
HR Pharmaceuticals
04.2019 - 05.2020
Product Auditor (QA)
Vantage Food
03.2018 - 04.2019
Administrative Assistant
Alternativa Psico-Educativa (APPR)
12.2016 - 12.2017
Quality Assurance Assistant
Scienza Labs (Pharma Bio-Ser)
08.2016 - 12.2016
Assistant of Laboratory Technician Program
University of Puerto Rico Arecibo (UPRA)
08.2015 - 05.2016
AAA’s Lab of the Treatment Plant of Barceloneta
06.2015 - 07.2015
Administrative Assistant
Integrated Psychological Services (IPS)
06.2012 - 12.2017
Degree - Microbiology Enfasys in Industry
University of Puerto Rico in Arecibo