Accomplished Senior Analytical Chemist. Adept in method development, chemical analysis, and leverages a strong background in laboratory management and project completion. Expert in mass spectrometry and Excel, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and project management skills, ensuring high-quality outcomes and efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Lead Painter
9 Years 3 Months
self employed | 05.2017 - Current
Assisted in the preparation of estimates for labor costs associated with painting projects.
Reviewed blueprints and schematics prior to beginning each project in order to plan out tasks accordingly.
Provided customer service support by responding promptly to inquiries from clients regarding progress updates on their projects.
Applied primers, sealants, paints, stains, varnishes, enamels, lacquers, glazes and other finishes to interior and exterior walls using brushes, rollers and spray guns.
Managed a crew of multiple people, utilizing each person's strengths to maximize production and quality
Senior Analytical Chemist
11 Years 4 Months
NSL Analytical | 01.2006 - 05.2017
Proficient in maintaining accurate records of all laboratory activities according to established protocols.
Competent in preparing detailed reports summarizing results from laboratory experiments and tests.
Adept at operating, troubleshooting and calibrating laboratory equipment such as ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and AA.
Ability to develop new methods for analyzing samples quickly and accurately without sacrificing quality assurance standards.
Highly skilled in data analysis and interpretation using laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and Excel.
Proficient in the use of liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry techniques.
Skilled in developing quality control systems to ensure accuracy of test results and reliability of instruments used for testing purposes.
Well versed in creating standard operating procedures for conducting routine laboratory tests.
Familiar with Good Laboratory Practices, ISO 17025 standards and other regulatory requirements related to analytical laboratories.
Conducted quality control tests.
Maintained laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.
Chemical Engineering Intern
7 Months
First Energy | 01.2005 - 08.2005
Designed and installed an Ammonia injection system to stabilize pH and maintain water quality in closed loop boiler.
Obtained a variety of oil, coal, water, flue gas, and ash samples for analysis. Maintained records for results.
Tuned boiler for maximum efficiency and minimal pollutants.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Chemical Engineering
Cleveland State University | Cleveland, OH, US
Skills
Project deadlines
Sample preparation
Method development
Chemical analysis
Data interpretation
Mass spectrometry
Analytical software
Instrument maintenance
Lab documentation
Microsoft Excel
Crew oversite
Interior painting
Certification
Perkin Elmer ICP/MS ELAN DRC Training
Internal Auditing
Confidence in Analytical Results and Measurement Uncertainty
Timeline
Lead Painter
self employed
05.2017 - CurrentRead More
Senior Analytical Chemist
NSL Analytical
01.2006 - 05.2017Read More
Chemical Engineering Intern
First Energy
01.2005 - 08.2005Read More
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Chemical Engineering