Brianna Alexander
Olathe,KS
Summary
Experienced chemist and laboratory supervisor with good team leadership, problem-solving and project management skills. Independently develops and validates chemistry test methods. Specializing in wet chemistry within the environmental chemistry field.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Wet Chemistry Supervisor/Scientist 2
Pace Analytical Services -PACE
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Oversee the daily operation of the wet chemistry department
- Manage team schedules while maintaining full coverage of tasks
- Use effective communication to solve challenges and conflicts that arise that could hinder sample progress
- Work with other departments/coworkers to collaborate and provide updates and status of results to upper management and meet deadlines provided by clients
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Wet Chem. Scientist 2
Pace Analytical Services -PACE
12.2015 - 11.2022
- Provide fundamental analysis of samples using standard analytical instrumentation and procedures
- Perform analytical review, and reporting of test results
- Maintain the accuracy of reported data by performing calibrations, and instrument maintenance as needed
- Train other analysts on how to perform tests as needed
- Work as a team to make sure all hold times are met
- Use knowledge of processes and procedures to help trouble-shoot issues
- Managed laboratory operations, including budgeting, purchasing equipment, and maintaining a safe work environment.
- Trained staff members on proper laboratory procedures, fostering a culture of safety within the workplace environment.
- Identified areas for improvement in existing processes through regular audits, increasing overall lab productivity.
- Performed complex troubleshooting and assisted in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems with instrumentation.
- Read literature related to scientific area of expertise to remain current in knowledge.
- Simultaneously managed several complex projects, meeting all pertinent milestones.
Wet Chem. Chemist
Continental Analytical Services Inc. Salina, Kansas
11.2014 - 12.2015
- Use SOPs to perform accurate analysis for several environmental tests
- Report and review data to make sure accurate results are reported to clients
- Maintain the cleanliness of the lab, and provide accurate calibrations for instruments or support devices needed for the accuracy of lab results.
- Coordinated and performed analytical tests to comply with established standards and specifications.
- 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.
- Performed technical laboratory functions in compliance with regulatory agencies and safety requirements.
- Repaired, calibrated and safely operated laboratory equipment to reduce costly instrument downtime.
Laboratory Assistant
Continental Analytical Services Inc. Salina, Kansas
05.2011 - 11.2014
- Support laboratory staff by maintaining glassware, logs, and record books
- Trouble-shoot problems, and help with preparing soil and water samples.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
Sales Associate
Dollar General Sterling, Kansas
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Duties preformed include receiving payments by cash, check, and credit cards
- Issuing receipts and change due to customers
- Greet customers entering the store
- Maintain clean and orderly checkout areas
- Identify the prices of goods, and calculate bills using cash registers or price scanners
- Successfully resolve customer complaints
- Keep shelves adequately stocked and organized
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Tutor
Sterling College Sterling, Kansas
08.2012 - 12.2012
- Assisted students in academic achievement by meeting them on a regular basis to clarify learning problems and work on study skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Sterling College
Sterling, KS05.2014
High School Diploma -
Smoky Valley High School
Lindsborg, KS05.2010
Skills
- Teamwork
- Data Review
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management
- Instrument Maintenance
- Leadership
- Staff Management
- Training and Mentoring
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Inventory Oversight
- Task Prioritization
- Staff Development
- Performance Evaluation
- Decision Making
- Organizational Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Data Analysis
References
- Melissa Lundgrin, Pace Analytical, Wet Chemistry Manager, Melissa.lundgrin@pacelabs.com, (785)827-1273
- Jennifer Haley, Pace Analytical, Project Manager, Jennifer.Haley@pacelabs.com, (785)418-6810
- Melissa Voorhees, Pace Analytical, Metals Supervisor, Melissa.voorhees@pacelabs.com, (913)669-6590
Timeline
Wet Chemistry Supervisor/Scientist 2
Pace Analytical Services -PACE
11.2022 - 10.2023
Wet Chem. Scientist 2
Pace Analytical Services -PACE
12.2015 - 11.2022
Wet Chem. Chemist
Continental Analytical Services Inc. Salina, Kansas
11.2014 - 12.2015
Sales Associate
Dollar General Sterling, Kansas
08.2013 - 05.2014
Tutor
Sterling College Sterling, Kansas
08.2012 - 12.2012
Laboratory Assistant
Continental Analytical Services Inc. Salina, Kansas
05.2011 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Sterling College
High School Diploma -
Smoky Valley High School
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