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Douglas Keeley

Mount Pleasant,MI

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Calibration TechnicianFacilities ManagerTechnologist Lab OperationsQuality assurance technicianSRA Coordinator

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote
Location: Mount Pleasant, MI
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

45000/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leavePaid time off

Summary

Expert in calibration and facility management with a focus on enhancing quality assurance processes. Skilled in conducting inspections, maintaining safety standards, and training staff to meet industry regulations, driving continuous improvement in operational performance.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Calibration Technician

MWC Michigan LLC
Saint Johns, Michigan
02.2025 - Current
  • Calibrated measuring instruments for precision and compliance with industry standards.
  • Inspected and tested equipment against specifications, promptly identifying and addressing discrepancies.
  • Performed routine maintenance on calibration equipment, ensuring compliance with performance standards.
  • Documented calibration results accurately for quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
  • Repaired minor faults with precision measuring devices such as pH meters and scanning devices for dairy products.
  • Assisted lab team members to streamline workflow and support calibration processes.

Facilities Manager

Element Materials Technology
Midland, Michigan
06.2023 - 10.2024
  • Coordinated facility maintenance schedules and repairs with vendors to ensure timely service delivery.
  • Oversaw safety compliance and ensured adherence to industry regulations.
  • Conducted regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety hazards.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with service providers and contractors to enhance collaboration and service quality.
  • Evaluated vendor performance and negotiated service agreements for cost efficiency.
  • Trained staff on facility protocols and emergency response procedures.
  • Executed sample receiving processes to uphold quality control standards.

Technologist Lab Operations

Impact Analytical
Midland, Michigan
12.2018 - 06.2023
  • Partnered with technologists to create innovative solutions addressing specific customer needs, enhancing service delivery.
  • Implemented quality control measures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Oversaw receipt, handling, and logging of customer samples to ensure accurate tracking and quality assurance.
  • Provided technical support to clients, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize operational workflows.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new employees on waste handling and procedures, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Quality assurance technician

Saint Gobain PPL
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Collaborated with QA personnel to inspect incoming parts and raw materials for quality compliance.
  • Inspection includes use of calipers, tape measures, Instron, FTIR, roll mill, thermal presses and Rheometer.
  • Utilized software including QAD, Factivity, MQ1, Excel, and label printer software to streamline QA processes.
  • Conducted GDP reviews of outgoing component work packets, managed inventory effectively, and eliminated bad components.
  • Achieved certification as a fork-lift operator, ensuring safe material handling.

SRA Coordinator

Impact Analytical
03.2010 - 01.2018
  • Coordinated with partner laboratories to obtain pricing, sample size, and due dates for necessary tests.
  • Work with sales department to ensure quotes are correct.
  • Assign analyst to projects.
  • Initiate project reports.
  • Handle purchase requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and outsourced projects.
  • Collaborated with the Quality department to meet ISO/GLP requirements for lab, storage, and data acquisition equipment.
  • Provided support to analyst during testing (DSC, FT-IR, TGA, and Viscosity).
  • Communicated with customers to clarify sample and testing requirements.
  • Assisted Facilities Manager during critical operations as primary backup to ensure continuity.

Chemist

Michigan Molecular Institute
05.2002 - 03.2010
  • Conducted various analytical test methods to deliver precise data and insights for research objectives.
  • Supported senior research staff PhDs by maintaining laboratory operations and ensuring availability of necessary resources.
  • Maintained detailed and accurate data books to facilitate research tracking and analysis.
  • Ordered necessary chemical and general lab supplies for research work using purchase orders.
  • Responsible for processing purchase orders and invoices and ordering supplies.
  • Served as Building Manager for 8 months and organized contractors for maintenance.

Research Technologist

The Dow Chemical Company
05.1989 - 04.2002
  • Managed lab scale reactors, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for experimental processes.
  • Performed various analytical testing methods on products made (GC, DSC, DMA, FT-IR, Tensile, Particle Size).
  • Coordinated procurement and organization of chemical and lab supplies to facilitate uninterrupted research activities.
  • Supported senior research personnel by maintaining lab operations and ensuring timely availability of resources.
  • Served as the liaison between the large scale production facility and the research lab.
  • Six Sigma Green Belt trained.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Workplace Leadership

Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI
05-2023

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Mid-Michigan Community College
Harrison, MI
12-2021

Skills

  • Equipment calibration
  • Quality Control
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Compliance Standards
  • Laboratory Standards
  • Document Control
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • CRM
  • Safety regulations
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Technical Training
  • Communication

References

Available upon request

Leadership Experience

  • DEA Controlled Substance/Regulated Chemical Officer
  • Safety Staff member experience for 20+ years
  • RCRA and Hazardous Waste Training Officer
  • New Employee trainer for sample handling and report creation

Communication Skills

  • Co-authored 7 research papers published in worldwide publications.
  • Authored and co-authored over 20 standard operating procedures and work instructions.
  • Effectively collaborated with Sales, Vendors, Clients and Partner Labs to ensure timely completion of projects.

Timeline

Calibration Technician

MWC Michigan LLC
02.2025 - Current

Facilities Manager

Element Materials Technology
06.2023 - 10.2024

Technologist Lab Operations

Impact Analytical
12.2018 - 06.2023

Quality assurance technician

Saint Gobain PPL
01.2018 - 12.2018

SRA Coordinator

Impact Analytical
03.2010 - 01.2018

Chemist

Michigan Molecular Institute
05.2002 - 03.2010

Research Technologist

The Dow Chemical Company
05.1989 - 04.2002

Bachelor of Science - Applied Workplace Leadership

Northern Michigan University

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Mid-Michigan Community College

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