Brian Strange
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Trained Teams to analyze processes and eliminate waste.
Trained employees on Standard Operating Procedures, Safety and Environmental Procedures. New employee onboarding. Followed chemical and bio-chemical processes and instructions to make diagnostic products.
Overview
70
70
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Coordinator
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Norcross, GA
04.2015 - 12.2020
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Planned and conducted monthly staff training for safety, environmental, and standard operating procedures for processes and equipment.
Safety Inspector
Thermo Fisher
Norcross , GA
04.2015 - 12.2020
- Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines, monthly and annualy.
Practical Process Improvement Manager
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Norcross , GA
06.2014 - 12.2020
- Managed change among staff to achieve buy-in and cooperation and overcome resistance.
- Gathered and analyzed data to determine improvement projections.
- Developed streamlined manufacturing process, which boosted productivity.
- Improved efficiency and effectiveness of performance and management of processes across departments.
Laboratory Technician
Thermo Fisher
Norcross, GA
01.1987 - 12.2020
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Followed written instructions and procedures to manufacture product.
Dispensing Supervisor
Thermo Fisher
Norcross, GA
06.2000 - 06.2012
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Inventory of raw materials and supplies.
Laboratory Supervisor
Thermo Fisher
Norcross, GA
08.1991 - 07.1997
- Maintained equipment and facilities in good working order.
- Maintained inventory of chemicals, supplies and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA07.2010
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Georgia Perimeter College
Decatur, GA06.2003
High School Diploma -
Brentwood High School
Sandersville Ga06.1983
Skills
- Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
- New Employee Training
- Maintaining Safety Rules
- Continuous Improvement Methods
- Workspace and Equipment Layout
- Inventory Audits
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Reagent Mixing
- Aseptic Techniques
- Continuous Improvement Projects
- Waste Elimination
Timeline
Training Coordinator
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
04.2015 - 12.2020
Safety Inspector
Thermo Fisher
04.2015 - 12.2020
Practical Process Improvement Manager
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
06.2014 - 12.2020
Dispensing Supervisor
Thermo Fisher
06.2000 - 06.2012
Laboratory Supervisor
Thermo Fisher
08.1991 - 07.1997
Laboratory Technician
Thermo Fisher
01.1987 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Georgia State University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Georgia Perimeter College
High School Diploma -
Brentwood High School
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