David Sedgwick
Portland
Summary
Reliable individual with skills and experience as Laboratory Technician. Smart and committed to job well done and offering exceptional drive. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Experienced with conducting chemical experiments and analysis. Utilizes advanced laboratory techniques to achieve accurate and reliable results. Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety protocols ensures high-quality outcomes in research and development environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemist
Apex Anodizing
11.2024 - Current
- Conducted chemical analyses to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Developed and optimized anodizing processes to enhance product quality and performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions.
- Trained junior chemists on laboratory techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Documented experimental results accurately for regulatory submissions and internal reporting purposes.
- Developed laboratory testing programs and data analysis while adhering to SOPs, ECOs, batch records and work instructions.
- 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.
- Assisted with collecting, identifying and packaging hazardous and non-hazardous waste products to comply with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act regulations.
- Repaired, calibrated and safely operated laboratory equipment to reduce costly instrument downtime.
- Managing inventory logistics in order to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the overall production process
- Preforming fine cosmetic changes to various parts ultimately being used on Starlink Satellites and Space X rockets
Lab Technician
State Of Idaho
01.2022 - Current
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
Front End Employee
Costco Wholesale
06.2017 - 12.2023
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
- Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
- Trained new employees on customer service.
Teachers Laboratory Assistant
Lewis-Clark State College
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
- Assisted and taught students proper laboratory techniques.
- Assisted and taught students in the proper and effective use of Laboratory Instruments.
- Monitoring and assessing students in order to accurately record and present data gathered in the Laboratory.
Landscaping and Maintenance Technician
La Salle High School
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Lewis-Clark State College
Lewiston, ID05-2024
Skills
- Chemical Reagent Preparation
- Instrument Calibration
- Test Reporting
- Laboratory Testing
- Specimen Preparation
- Positive Attitude
- Laboratory Work Competency
- Attention to Detail
- Quality Control Procedures
- Laboratory Safety Protocols
- Organizational Skills
- Problem Solving Abilities
- Teamwork Abilities
- Data Collection
- Lab Result Interpretation
- Lab operations
- Chemical handling
- Report writing
Timeline
Chemist
Apex Anodizing
11.2024 - Current
Teachers Laboratory Assistant
Lewis-Clark State College
01.2023 - 05.2023
Lab Technician
State Of Idaho
01.2022 - Current
Front End Employee
Costco Wholesale
06.2017 - 12.2023
Landscaping and Maintenance Technician
La Salle High School
06.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Lewis-Clark State College