Daliris Colon-Lopez
Bridgeport
Summary
Experienced leader in laboratory management ISO compliance and Responsible Care with a strong background at Vanderbilt Chemicals, LLC. Achievements include significant enhancements in quality control processes and effective customer relationship management. Expertise in advanced analytical instrumentation and team leadership, promoting operational efficiency and adherence to regulations. Methodical director with several years of comprehensive experience overseeing daily manufacturing and analytical laboratory operations. Skilled analytical chemist with background in research and development. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex laboratory equipment issues and implement innovative solutions. Contributed significantly to product improvements by ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability in all testing procedures.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Analytical Services Laboratory
Vanderbilt Chemicals, LLC
01.2013 - Current
- Lead and oversee ISO 9001:2015-compliant Analytical Services Laboratory operations.
- Manage laboratory workflows, prioritizing analytical requests to meet business and customer needs.
- Serve as primary liaison with manufacturing plants, customers, suppliers, and vendors.
- Provide technical expertise using advanced instrumentation and wet chemistry methods.
- Act as Technical Liaison to the Risk Group supporting REACH product registration.
- Conduct internal ISO audits and maintain laboratory procedures, records, and documentation.
Manager, Analytical Services Laboratory
Vanderbilt Chemicals, LLC
01.1999 - 01.2013
- Supervised laboratory personnel and daily analytical operations.
- Ensured accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance of all testing activities.
- Served as NAFTA and Harmonized System Classification Technical Liaison.
- Managed laboratory safety programs and quality initiatives.
- Partnered with Quality to develop specifications and conduct internal audits.
Chemist, Analytical Services Laboratory
R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Performed quality control testing supporting multiple manufacturing facilities.
- Investigated customer complaint samples and validated analytical findings.
- Evaluated new raw material sources and resale products.
- Supported Research & Development through method development and validation.
- Calibrated and maintained analytical instrumentation per ISO requirements.
Laboratory Technician
R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
01.1993 - 12.1993
- Supported analytical chemists with routine and non-routine testing.
- Conducted testing across subsidiary operations.
- Maintained laboratory inventory and assisted with NAFTA classifications.
Laboratory Technician
Carruba Inc.
Milford
01.1991 - 01.1993
- Conducted quality control testing in a manufacturing laboratory environment.
Education
Master of Science - Analytical Chemistry & Environmental Chemistry
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Minor: Chemistry)
Sacred Heart University
01.1991
Skills
- Laboratory management
- ISO compliance
- Analytical instrumentation
- Quality control
- Method validation
- Customer relationship management
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Internal auditing
- Safety regulations
- Team leadership
- UV/Vis
- Atomic Absorption
- Elemental Analysis
- DSC
- TGA
- Particle Size Analysis
- Liquid Chromatography
- Gas Chromatography
- ICP
Affiliations
- American Chemical Society (ACS)
- ACS Rubber Division
- ACS Petroleum Division
- American Society of Mass Spectrometers (ASMS)
- ASTM D02 Committee
Certification
- RABQSA ISO 9001:2000 Certified Internal Auditor
- Hazardous Waste and DOT Compliance
Timeline
Director, Analytical Services Laboratory
Vanderbilt Chemicals, LLC
01.2013 - Current
Manager, Analytical Services Laboratory
Vanderbilt Chemicals, LLC
01.1999 - 01.2013
Chemist, Analytical Services Laboratory
R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
01.1994 - 01.1999
Laboratory Technician
R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
01.1993 - 12.1993
Laboratory Technician
Carruba Inc.
01.1991 - 01.1993
Master of Science - Analytical Chemistry & Environmental Chemistry
Sacred Heart University
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Minor: Chemistry)
Sacred Heart University