Brandon Chrisentery

Baton Rouge,LA

Summary

Results-oriented Quality Control Analyst with expertise in polymer testing and laboratory management. Led startup of a new facility, improving efficiency through innovative workflow design. Committed to safety standards and team development, ensuring continuous improvement and regulatory compliance in demanding environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Analyst / Senior Lab Technician

ExxonMobil

Baton Rouge, USA

06.2017 - Current

Provide shift leadership for team of 6 laboratory technicians in high-volume polymer manufacturing environment.
Qualified in polypropylene and polyethylene analytical testing using advanced instrumentation and SampleManager LIMS.
Played key leadership role in startup of new Polypropylene Unit (PP2), including equipment procurement, calibration, qualification, technician training, and customer trial support.
Established SQC charts to ensure regulatory compliance and accuracy of new/existing instrumentation.
Designed workflow systems to improve efficiency and throughput
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support 2025 laboratory facility launch.
Polyolefins Plant (BRPO) | Baton Rouge, LA

Quality Control Specialist (Contract)

Westlake Chemical

Geismar, USA

01.2017 - 06.2017

Executed gas chromatography, ICP, and centrifuge operations for precise analysis of chemical samples.
Conducted grading and analytical testing of chemical products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Maintained full compliance with safety standards in caustic and chlorine processing environment.
Collaborated with shift teams to achieve quality and production targets in a timely manner.
Geismar, LA

Science Educator (Biology Certified)

East Baton Rouge Parish School System

Baton Rouge, USA

01.2011 - 01.2017

Taught Biology I & II; enhanced student engagement and understanding through structured academic programs.
Led after-school and summer science initiatives; optimized use of Edgenuity digital learning systems to support diverse learning needs.
Cultivated leadership, coaching, and team-building skills applicable to industrial supervision.
Baton Rouge, LA

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology (Pre-Medicine, Zoology, Botany)

Southern University

Baton Rouge, LA

Additional Training -

Local 198 Plumbing & Welding School

Skills

Quality Control Leadership
Statistical Quality Control (SQC)
Polymer Testing (PP/PE)
Regulatory Compliance
Process Improvement
LIMS (SampleManager)
Instrumentation calibration

Chemical Handling (Caustic/Chlorine)
Data reporting
Laboratory Management
Lab commissioning
Emergency response leadership
Team development
Cross-Functional Collaboration

Certifications And Safety

CPR Certified
Confined Space Entry
Fire & ROCO Team Member
Industrial Safety Compliance

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