Dryden Groat
Yukon,OK
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong record in quality control, analytical chemistry, equipment maintenance, and process documentation. Experienced in developing SOPs, calibrating instruments, and solving technical issues to support accurate results, safe operations, and steady production.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Specialist
Bethany Children's Health Center
Bethany, Oklahoma
09.2025 - Current
- Completed routine repairs for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment and facility systems.
- Responded to work orders from nursing and support departments.
- Implemented a new make-ready program for tracking patient discharges, and ensuring rooms were prepared for new admissions.
- Inspected buildings regularly to identify potential hazards or areas that require improvement.
- Responded promptly to emergencies involving facilities operations.
Analytical Chemist II
Highgrade Labs
Oklahoma City, OK
09.2019 - 05.2025
- Weighed, extracted, and tested all laboratory sample data using GC, HPLC, ICP-MS, and water analysis systems.
- Maintained daily sample tracking spreadsheets and manually entered data into sample reporting websites.
- I organized and streamlined the sample worklist filing system and spreadsheets, and maintained a daily log of quality control check samples.
- Performed troubleshooting and routine maintenance on HPLC, GC, and ICP-MS instruments.
- Developed ISO-accredited standard operating procedures for laboratory extractions and analysis.
- Implemented approved procedure changes to increase workflow and sample throughput, leading to an increased completed sample count each year.
- Trained laboratory technicians and analysts on sample preparation and analysis of heavy metal and potency SOPs.
- I spoke to clients about test results and provided knowledge and insight on how to implement changes to increase sample quality.
Quality Control Technician
Buddy's Plant Plus
Ballinger, TX
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Prepared samples and analyzed data on daily instrument calibrations, quality control samples, and production batch samples on HPLC, GC, nitrogen/protein analyzers, and titration systems throughout the laboratory.
- Performed troubleshooting, routine, and scheduled maintenance on HPLC, GC, and nitrogen/protein analyzer systems.
- Tested water and cleanout samples for nitrates using a spectrophotometer, and pH, conductivity, and free chlorine on an Ultrameter.
- Created new SOPs for HPLC, GC, Titrando, and nitrogen/protein analyzers, and updated existing SOPs, approved by the manager.
- Participated in the quality control startup of new products, including Miracle-Gro Liquafeed, and the Miracle-Gro Performance Organics line of products.
Construction Materials Technician
CSA Materials/Reece Albert Inc.
San Angelo, TX
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Performed daily tests on aggregates, including sieve analysis, micro-Deval, magnesium sulfate soundness, and wet ball mill tests.
- Performed daily tests on hot mix and cold mix asphalt to ensure quality meets state and federal specifications. Tests included sieve analysis and sample molding using the Texas Gyratory Compactor and SuperPave presses, and determined the densities of molds and "rice."
- Collected samples of aggregates from multiple quarries and asphalt mix from production facilities to bring to the laboratory for appropriate testing.
- Assisted the manager and level II technicians in preparing mix designs by entering data, mixing samples, and running the necessary tests needed to collect data for the final sample design.
- Ordered, received, and stocked all necessary materials to complete testing of aggregates and asphalt mixes.
- Made repairs to testing equipment, trained new employees, and performed all secretarial duties in the laboratory.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Multidisciplinary Studies
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OKBachelor of Science - Psychology
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX05-2014
Degree Minor - Criminal Justice
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX05-2014
Skills
- Data analysis
- Instrument calibration
- Equipment maintenance
- SOP writing
- Attention to detail
- HPLC operation
- ICP-MS operation
- Process optimization
Affiliations
- Sketching and graphic design
- 3D printing and design
Timeline
Facilities Specialist
Bethany Children's Health Center
09.2025 - Current
Analytical Chemist II
Highgrade Labs
09.2019 - 05.2025
Quality Control Technician
Buddy's Plant Plus
04.2018 - 07.2018
Construction Materials Technician
CSA Materials/Reece Albert Inc.
01.2016 - 05.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Multidisciplinary Studies
Oklahoma City Community College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Angelo State University
Degree Minor - Criminal Justice
Angelo State University