DERREK BROWNING
Monmouth,ME
Summary
Dynamic Blood Bank, Laboratory, and Emergency Management NCO with over 13 years of experience overseeing high-value inventories and ensuring regulatory compliance in fast-paced medical and military environments. Expertise in managing revolving inventories valued at up to $10 million, including reagents, tissue products, and blood supplies, while maintaining strict adherence to CAP, TJC, AABB, FDA, and OSHA standards. Recognized for exceptional leadership, data-driven problem-solving skills, and a commitment to process optimization through SAP-based inventory workflows. Proficient in implementing effective SOPs and safety programs that enhance operational efficiency and safety protocols.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Service Engineer
Sysmex America, Inc.
01.2024 - Current
- Perform troubleshooting, calibration, and QA under FDA, CAP, and TJC standards.
- Use SAP workflows for service tickets, parts ordering, and inventory tracking.
- Diagnosed and resolved equipment issues in clinical laboratory settings.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on diagnostic instruments to ensure optimal performance.
- Manged 74 sites Maine-Wide, ensuring critical operation continuity.
Medical Lab NCO
US Army
01.2011 - 11.2023
Blood Bank NCOIC
U.S. Army
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Oversaw laboratory, administrative, and supply workflows including scheduling, documentation, and training.
- Developed and maintained SOPs and compliance documentation systems.
- Ensured CAP, TJC, AABB, and FDA regulatory compliance through audits and training.
DECON, Respiratory Safety NCOIC & Blood Bank Inventory Manager
U.S. Army
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Served as Blood Bank Inventory Manager, overseeing high-value reagent and blood product inventories.
- Led 85+ personnel in logistics, supply support, and emergency readiness operations.
- Built and implemented a respiratory safety program for 700+ medical providers during COVID-19.
- Managed 10M+ revolving inventories of reagents, tissue products, blood supplies, and Emergency DECON equipment for a Level 1 Trauma Center.
Core Lab NCOIC
U.S. Army
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Created and disseminated core concept training to
hospital personnel during monthly training meetings (SGTs
time training) - Led multiple sections to achieve 100% in annual CAP
and TJC inspections - Increased time-sensitive testing turnaround times by
30% while simultaneously decreasing employee burnout. - Managed 700K$ reagent inventories for 5 departments.
Laboratory NCOIC
SOUTHCOM Clinic
08.2012 - 08.2015
- Oversaw laboratory operations, inventory control, procurement, and vendor coordination.
- Rewrote and maintained SOPs and GHS chemical inventories for 3 departments aligned with CAP, OSHA, and TJC standards.
- Coordinated construction of a new laboratory meeting regulatory requirements.
- Managed RWM, medical gas, Quest diagnostics, LabCorp and Military eyewear contracts.
Education
Undergraduate Coursework (119 Credits Completed) - Health Science, Business Administration, Computer Science
American Military University / APUS
Charles Town06-2026
Skills
- SAP software proficiency
- Skilled in using Microsoft Office tools
- Inventory management
- Document control and compliance
- Quality Compliance (CAP, TJC, AABB, FDA)
- Data-driven decision making
- Training program management
- Efficiency optimization
Accomplishments
- Improved maintenance and compliance from 75% to 100%.
- Developed accountability systems saving 6+ staff hours monthly.
- Led DECON Team to 2018 STRAC DECON Rodeo Championship.
- Achieved multiple perfect CAP, TJC, AABB, and OSHA inspections.
- Ranked in top 10–20% of Army NCOs.
Certification
- FEMA IS-100c, IS-200c, IS-700c, IS-800d
- Defense Distribution Management
- Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education (SEJPME)
- Leadership & Management Courses
- Laboratory Safety & Quality Management
- CBRN/Patient Decontamination Operations
Timeline
Field Service Engineer
Sysmex America, Inc.
01.2024 - Current
Blood Bank NCOIC
U.S. Army
08.2021 - 11.2023
DECON, Respiratory Safety NCOIC & Blood Bank Inventory Manager
U.S. Army
08.2018 - 08.2021
Core Lab NCOIC
U.S. Army
08.2015 - 08.2018
Laboratory NCOIC
SOUTHCOM Clinic
08.2012 - 08.2015
Medical Lab NCO
US Army
01.2011 - 11.2023
Undergraduate Coursework (119 Credits Completed) - Health Science, Business Administration, Computer Science
American Military University / APUS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Active/Eligible Secret Security Clearance.
- Experience in regulated, high-stakes environments.
- Strong communicator with experience briefing senior leadership.