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Brandon Jay

Greenville,OH

Summary

Goal-oriented Chemist offering extensive knowledge in instrument operation and standard testing procedures. Keeps laboratory equipment and instruments in optimal condition. Proactive in ordering supplies, completing inventories and maintaining records. Constantly creating a positive work environment with strong team building skills while striving for professional development as well as aiding in others development when possible.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Analytical Chemist 1

Abbott Nutrition
02.2022 - Current
  • Troubleshooting equipment adjustments to meet and maintain safety, output and quality expectations
  • Collaborated with management, engineering and other personnel on quality and performance improvements
  • Communicated analytical results to various departments to effectively formulate products
  • Performed technical laboratory functions in compliance with regulatory agencies and safety requirements
  • Coordinated and performed analytical tests to comply with mandated standards and specifications
  • Repaired, calibrated and safely operated laboratory equipment to reduce costly instrument downtime
  • Resolved routine issues and escalated non-standard or critical issues to appropriate departments for corrective action.
  • Earned the Severent Leader award from the Tipp City production plant in 2023.

CNC Machinist

Crown Equipment
08.2020 - 02.2022


  • Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
  • Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures and safe operation.
  • Studied changing production and daily work orders to adjust offsets correctly.
  • Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.

Assistant Chemist 1

Abbot Nutrition
02.2019 - 08.2020
  • Performed technical laboratory functions in compliance with regulatory agencies and safety requirements.
  • Cleaned and organized laboratory and kept supplies well-stocked to save time, money and promote laboratory efficiency.
  • Maintained organized, safe and efficient laboratory environment to minimize accidents and prevent cross contamination.
  • Coordinated and performed analytical tests to comply with mandated standards and specifications.
  • Repaired, calibrated and safely operated laboratory equipment to reduce costly instrument downtime.
  • Contributed to team discussions and new project initiatives to advance progress and optimize profitability.
  • Assisted with collecting, identifying and packaging hazardous and non-hazardous waste products to comply with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act regulations.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Wrote IOQ for HPLC instrument in production environment to ensure validation for product testing.

Assembler

KitchenAid
07.2011 - 02.2019
  • Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
  • Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
  • Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
  • Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
  • Gained valuable leadership experience as acting Line Leader.
  • Variety of communication skills was obtained through working with peers and training new employees.

Education

Furthering Education - Electrical Engineering

Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH

High School Diploma -

Greenvile High School
Greenville
06.2011

Skills

  • Batch Record Analysis
  • Calibration Skills
  • HPLC calibration and maintenance
  • ICP-MS calibration and maintenance
  • Creating instrument standards for HPLC and ICP-MS
  • LIMs and Empower experience
  • Troubleshooting Techniques
  • Critical Thinking and Communication Skills
  • Follows safe workplace practices
  • Collaboration and productivity in a team environment

Timeline

Analytical Chemist 1

Abbott Nutrition
02.2022 - Current

CNC Machinist

Crown Equipment
08.2020 - 02.2022

Assistant Chemist 1

Abbot Nutrition
02.2019 - 08.2020

Assembler

KitchenAid
07.2011 - 02.2019

Furthering Education - Electrical Engineering

Sinclair Community College

High School Diploma -

Greenvile High School
Brandon Jay