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Blanka Proko

Macomb,MI

Summary

Highly accomplished and goal-driven Project Leader with over 5 years of exceptional experience in laboratory environments. Proficient in executing experiments, scrutinizing data, and overseeing research projects. Demonstrates thorough mastery in cutting-edge techniques and possesses extensive familiarity with laboratory safety protocols. Eagerly seeking an opportunity to leverage technical acumen and research proficiency within a dynamic team, aiming to spearhead extraordinary breakthroughs in the field.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Leader

Sika Automotive
05.2019 - Current
  • Manage research and development (R&D) support for domestically manufactured and global BIW Bulk products
  • Led research projects focused on technology understanding, product improvements (chemical and manufacturing), test method development, and raw material replacement for supply chain security and cost savings
  • Devise and deploy cost-saving initiatives, encompassing capability analysis of available resources before outsourcing lab testing
  • Plan and organize regular repair, calibration, and preventative maintenance for on-site equipment, ensuring continuous support for lab development
  • Support design and development of research projects, including literature review, experimental design, and protocol development
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams providing support for group discussions, communicating experimental findings and progress updates, and presenting such findings to internal and external audiences
  • Develop and implement quality control plans, processes, and procedures to ensure product and process conformance to established standards
  • Conduct regular inspections, tests, and audits to identify non-conformities and deviations
  • Document and investigate quality issues to implement corrective and preventive actions and monitor their effectiveness
  • Efficient R&D representation in TS/IATF quality audits, procurement/deployment of traceable standards for IATF and alignment of lab equipment in line with IATF 16949 guidelines
  • Contributed to production plant operations by conducting quality testing, re-verifying out-of-specification batches, and facilitating implementation of quality procedures

Senior Research Technician

Sika Automotive
10.2014 - 05.2019
  • Expertly perform laboratory experiments and procedures based on established protocols and research objectives
  • Prepared samples, set up equipment, and conducted tests, measurements, and observations
  • Aid in formula creation of polymer-based products
  • Accurately collect and record data, ensuring data integrity and consistency
  • Analyze experimental results using appropriate statistical methods.
  • Prepare detailed reports summarizing findings and conclusions
  • Identify and resolve technical issues and deviations encountered during experiments
  • Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and optimize experimental procedures for improved efficiency and accuracy
  • Ensure compliance with research protocols, safety regulations, and ethical guidelines
  • Kept work areas extremely clean and sanitized properly to avoid errors in research.
  • Verified regulatory compliance and protocol adherence through comprehensive inspections.
  • Handled all troubleshooting tasks on malfunctioning lab equipment working with manufacturers to resolve problems.
  • Reduced operational roadblocks and solved product and process issues to optimize efficiency.
  • Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
  • Maintain accurate and organized laboratory records, including experimental procedures, data, and results.
  • Eliminated procedure gaps by effectively guiding and teaching 5 Technicians on operations of machinery, inspection protocols and processes

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, MA
2013

Skills

  • Adept in project management, product development, and regulatory compliance
  • Practiced in comprehensive quality management including R&D equipment maintenance, raw material
  • Replacement and supply chain security
  • Expertise in equipment usage, testing methods, project coordination, data interpretation, sample preparation and technical report writing
  • Proficient in reviewing research proposals and contributing to long-term product planning
  • Committed to following standard operating procedures and maintaining accurate records
  • Self-driven strategic thinker with focus on innovation

Patents

• ONE-COMPONENT THERMOSETTING EPOXY ADHESIVE WITH IMPROVED ADHESION
Patent nr: US20220064505
Issuing Authority: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Issued on: March 03, 2022
• PUMPABLE AND THERMALLY EXPANDABLE FILLER COMPOSITIONS
Patent nr: US20180037708
Issuing Authority: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Issued on: February 08, 2018

Timeline

Project Leader

Sika Automotive
05.2019 - Current

Senior Research Technician

Sika Automotive
10.2014 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Massachusetts Boston

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