Erica Benjamin

This was a small science laboratory start up with a five person team. My role was working with two others to establish the business and operate it.

• Establishing the business entity and all tax IDs, logo, business name, domains, all utilities, phone, email, tech support, initial office supply and set up, establishing payroll, establishing retirement benefits, handling employee records and issues and handling year end taxes with a CPA.
• Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
• Maintained personnel records and managed related documents.
• Creation and management of accounts with scientific lab suppliers such as TCI Chemicals that sell restricted chemicals, cell lines, etc.
• Managing bank accounts and payments.

• Maintained physical condition of facilities, applying available resources and personnel to achieve safe, clean, and functional environment.
• Coordinated large-scale projects such as the facility roof or major system overhauls such as handling Gene Tools' outdated building controller and overall HVAC situation, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
• Managed vendor relationships for outsourced services, negotiating contracts to achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
• Handled minor repairs personally to save company resources while providing prompt resolution when necessary.
• Collaborated with management to develop long-term plans for facility upgrades and renovations.
• Consistently met deadlines for routine maintenance tasks while managing competing priorities effectively.
• Scheduled routine maintenance and repair of facility equipment.
• Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.