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Dwanna Connally

Vandalia

Summary

QC Chemist with extensive experience in analytical chemistry and hazardous waste management, developed at Perrigo Nutrition. Exceptional multitasking and computer skills bolster quality control and compliance efforts. Recognized for enhancing laboratory processes and data accuracy, utilizing proficiency in SAP systems, and Microsoft Excel to achieve operational excellence. Aiming to further optimize laboratory efficiency in a dynamic environment. QC Chemist offering experience identifying trends and drawing conclusions to promote accuracy in laboratory setting. Successful at planning and conducting research to analyze results and improve operations and effectiveness. Extensive knowledge of equipment operating principles and chemistry best practices.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

QC Chemist I

Perrigo Nutrition's
Covington
07.2024 - 06.2025
  • Provided technical support regarding quality assurance issues to other departments within the organization. Performed chemical and physical analyses, including wet chemistry, to test raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods to ensure they meet quality and safety standards, often utilizing scales for accurate ingredient weighing and product consistency checks. Conducted pH testing, and prepared buffers for various laboratory analyses.
  • Conducted titration for accurate quantitative analysis. * Identified out-of-spec results, and initiated corrective actions.
  • Partnered with staff to manage updates to the laboratory computer system.
  • Monitored the packaging and storage of hazardous materials and waste to comply with laboratory, state, and federal safety regulations, including the removal of hazardous waste.
  • Presented reports and information to department staff and leaders.
  • Prepared test solutions, compounds, and reagents for laboratory tests.
  • Contributed to the development of SOPs related to quality control processes and ensured strict adherence to following the SOPs.
  • Calibrated lab instruments regularly according to the manufacturer's instructions, including daily weight checks.
  • Analyzed data from laboratory experiments using statistical methods to verify the accuracy and reliability of results, demonstrating a high level of precision and attention to detail. Participated in investigations into quality issues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized laboratory environment through daily lab cleaning and cleaning of glassware.

Stocker

Target
Fairborn
12.2022 - 07.2024
  • Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
  • Replenished items to maintain stock availability.
  • Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous material or dangerous goods.
  • Palletized merchandise for easy movement to sales floor locations.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure availability of products for customers.

Merchandise Associate

Sam's Club
Fairborn
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Built effective partner store relationships to improve customer satisfaction.
  • Helped customers locate desired items and assisted with carrying heavy loads.
  • Enhanced store and display appearance utilizing seasonal promotions and trends to drive strategy.
  • Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock to discard outdated items.
  • Restocked shelves with current merchandise in attractive displays to promote sales.
  • Transported and positioned floor displays with pallet jacks.
  • Completed updates to signage, marketing materials and item price tags to reflect current promotions.
  • Followed prepared sketches and planograms to arrange consistent shelves, racks and bins across various locations.

Sales Associate

Bath & Body Works
Beavercreek
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
  • Handled returns and exchanges according to company policies.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Wilberforce University
Wilberforce, OH
05-2024

Skills

  • Sampling
  • Analytical Methods
  • Good manufacturing practices
  • Hazardous waste management
  • Analytical chemistry
  • Documentation review
  • Computer skills
  • Multitasking
  • Lab equipment maintenance
  • Chemistry
  • SAP systems
  • Chemical handling
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Instrument calibration
  • Standard operating procedures
  • Microscopy techniques
  • Testing specimens and samples
  • Raw materials testing
  • Wet chemistry techniques
  • Wet chemical processing
  • Laboratory safety
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Data log maintenance
  • Process validation
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Technical writing
  • Data interpretation
  • Hazardous material handling
  • Troubleshooting and analysis
  • Data management

Relevant coursework

  • Microbiology with Lab
  • Chemistry I and II with lab
  • Biology I and II with lab
  • Organic chemist I and II with lab
  • Biochemistry

Timeline

QC Chemist I

Perrigo Nutrition's
07.2024 - 06.2025

Stocker

Target
12.2022 - 07.2024

Merchandise Associate

Sam's Club
05.2022 - 11.2022

Sales Associate

Bath & Body Works
09.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Wilberforce University
Dwanna Connally