Crystal Hinson
Lancaster SC,SC
Summary
Driven Quality Coordinator/Lead Chemistry Technician with a proven track record at MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center. Excelled in implementing quality management systems and spearheading corrective actions, enhancing production performance. Skilled in critical thinking and relationship building, significantly improved operational standards through strategic planning. Methodical Quality Assurance Coordinator with superb problem-solving and analytical abilities. Keeps meticulous records and identify and troubleshoot problems. Specialties include operational improvements, program implementation and documentation. Organized and dependable managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Coordinator/Lead Chemistry Technician
MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center
02.2002 - Current
- Addressed non-conformance issues, pausing production to correct errors.
- Recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team to implement corrective actions.
- Assisted with quality control audits.
- Updated inspection journals and daily summary logs with quality-related data.
- Created and collaborated in implementation and maintenance log.
- Performed standard first article inspections and random sampling inspections to verify adherence to standards.
- Analyzed quality and performance data to support operational decision-making.
- Collaborated with management to provide training on improved processes and assisted with creation and maintenance of quality training.
- Developed educational materials used to train staff on QA standards.
- Applied coaching techniques and tools to support team members in improving performance.
- Determined quality department standards, practices, and procedures.
- Assured consistent quality of production by implementing and enforcing automated practice systems.
- Recorded, analyzed, and distributed statistical information.
- Recorded test results using variety of chemistry-specific software programs.
- Restocked laboratory workstations and sterilized surfaces, maintaining readiness for project requirements.
- Efficiently organized and maintained equipment to keep laboratory productive and safe.
- Assisted with preparation of technical reports, data presentation, and protocols.
- Inspected and performed basic maintenance on laboratory equipment.
- Established standard operating procedures for safe and effective operation of chemical testing setups.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH12.2024
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC05.2000
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School
Lancaster, SC06.1997
Skills
- Document Control
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Relationship Building
- Training and Development
- Material Specifications
- Strategic Planning
- Quality Control Analysis
- Internal Auditing
- Visual inspections
- Quality Management Systems
Certification
American Society for Clinical Pathology
Timeline
Quality Coordinator/Lead Chemistry Technician
MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center
02.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
York Technical College
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School
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