Christopher Talarico
Nazareth,PA
Summary
Lab Technologist seeking career advancements. Experience in Lab Work through Crayola’s Research and Development and coursework in Penn State’s Food Science curriculum. Skills in leading/running trials of both small and large scale, reports on both lab and trial work, product testing, analysis, and optimization. Hardworking in both team and solo settings. Has the ability to lead and support work through to completion.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lab Technologist II
Crayola R&D
Easton, PA
10.2023 - Current
- Leads/Runs/Analyzes Trials and Reports to facilitate growth in products nationally and globally
- Evaluated new materials for potential use in product innovation, contributing to strategic planning efforts.
- Assists with Cost Management and Process Development
- Optimizes Standard Work and System Improvements
- Conducted experiments to develop new color formulations and enhance existing product lines.
- Analyzed data from research trials to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced turnaround time for product development cycles.
- Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety regulations.
- Developed comprehensive documentation of experimental procedures and results for future reference.
- Promotes Team Building and Company Culture as a Member of Brand Ambassadors, CYP, Hola! and MVERG
Lab Technologist I
Crayola
Easton, PA
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Conducted quality control tests to ensure product safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and improve product formulation.
- Displayed strong attention to detail while managing high sample volumes under tight deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy of results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA05-2022
Associate of General Studies - General Studies
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA05-2019
Skills
- Product Testing including Washability, Stability, Product Analysis
- Product Production/Trials (Leading/Running/Analysis)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Scientific writing
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Sample preparation
- SAP
- IBM Notes
- PLC Recipe Builder
- Minitab
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Good laboratory practices (GLP)
- Team collaboration
Certification
Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Timeline
Lab Technologist II
Crayola R&D
10.2023 - Current
Lab Technologist I
Crayola
05.2022 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
Pennsylvania State University
Associate of General Studies - General Studies
Northampton Community College