Deep Gandhi
Des Plaines,IL
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with experience as a Chemistry Lab Assistant at Oakton Community College. Proven expertise in chemical handling and optimizing lab efficiency, coupled with strong problem-solving skills. Recognized for enhancing team collaboration and maintaining high safety standards, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemistry Lab Assistant
Oakton Community College
03.2025 - Current
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Collaborated with team members on various projects, resulting in timely completion of experiments.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues with instruments or methodologies, leading to prompt resolution of problems experienced during experimentation processes.
- Enhanced lab safety by conducting regular equipment checks and implementing updated protocols.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating laboratory notebooks and electronic databases.
- Optimized chemical inventory management, reducing waste and lowering overall costs.
- Prepared lab for experiments using chemistry knowledge and instructional information.
- Organized instructional materials, facilities and solutions for experiments.
- Improved lab efficiency by streamlining sample preparation and analysis processes.
- Restocked laboratory workstations and sterilized surfaces, maintaining readiness for project requirements.
- Handled nitric acid, sulfuric acid, and hydrofluoric acid, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Applied chemistry knowledge and expertise to enhance applications.
Shift Leader
Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robbins
05.2024 - Current
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service, addressing concerns immediately.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
- Provided ongoing training for new hires, fostering a positive team atmosphere that encouraged growth and development.
- Distributed necessary tasks and duties during each shift.
- Maintained accurate cash handling procedures throughout each shift while managing register transactions efficiently.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Associate of Science - Engineering
Oakton Community College
Des Plaines, IL01-2027
Skills
- Chemical storage
- Chemical handling
- Preparing solutions
- Good laboratory practices
- Employee training
- Customer service focus
- Team motivation
- Inventory review
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Work ethic and integrity
- Time management skills
- Cash handling
Certification
- Food Handler Training - MAY 2024-MAY 2027
Languages
English
Professional Working
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chemistry Lab Assistant
Oakton Community College
03.2025 - Current
Shift Leader
Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robbins
05.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Engineering
Oakton Community College
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