Brando Pina
Houston,TX
Summary
Primate Technician at Charles River Laboratories with strong leadership and team-building capabilities. Skilled in coordinating activities while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Achievements include improving service through innovative strategies and effective communication. Committed to mission readiness and delivering exceptional results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Primate Technician
Charles River Laboratories
Houston, TX
05.2021 - Current
- Delivered on-the-job training and development initiatives to new hires and contractors.
- Maintained test equipment to safety standards, to drive process integrity, and data validity.
- Updated logs and job reports for completed and pending services at shift's end.
- Adhered to applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
- Disassembled, repaired damaged sections, and fabricated replacements.
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
- Implemented quality control measures to improve laboratory processes and workflows.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on laboratory equipment for optimal performance.
19D Cavalry Scout
U.S. Army
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2018 - 04.2020
- Operated and performed preventive maintenance on wheeled and tracked vehicles and equipment valued at millions of dollars in order to transport personnel, supplies and equipment.
- Trained and mentored new platoon members and provided assistance on how to perform daily duties, including cleaning our barracks buildings, office buildings, mechanic bay areas, record logs and servicing the Stryker and equipment. Keeping up to standards on uniforms and our physical training.
- Received and implemented combat orders and directed deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive and retrograde operations.
- Assisted with all transport functions in movement of 5 vehicles for unit consisting of 24 platoon members.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Drive-Thru Cashier
Mcdonalds Corp.
Houston, TX
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Backed up front counter employees to maximize guest satisfaction with speedy service.
- Reviewed completed orders and efficiently bagged for easy carrying and access by customers.
- Worked quickly to document orders, answer questions and process payments, keeping high-volume line moving and maintaining high customer satisfaction.
- Accepted transaction payments, making change for cash payments and processing credit cards, debit cards and gift cards.
- Checked headsets and replaced batteries prior to rush periods to maintain readiness.
- Built brand loyalty and accomplished customer satisfaction by working well with other food service team members.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving complaints with food or service.
- Completed opening, closing and shift change tasks to promote store efficiency.
- Kept drive-thru station well-stocked and organized to meet all customer needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chavez High School
Houston, TX06.2018
Skills
- Coordinating and reporting activities
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Leadership
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Team building
- Documentation and reporting
- Verbal and written communication
- Mission readiness
- Information evaluation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Timeline
Primate Technician
Charles River Laboratories
05.2021 - Current
19D Cavalry Scout
U.S. Army
07.2018 - 04.2020
Drive-Thru Cashier
Mcdonalds Corp.
11.2017 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Chavez High School
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