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James Williams

Indiana,PA

Summary

With my my background Biochemistry I am proficient in the use of laboratory instruments such as spectrophotometers, centrifuges, and microscopes. I am also knowledgeable in the preparation of solutions, buffers, and other laboratory reagents. I have worked in Analytical, Microbial and Packinging Laboratories as well as also spending time in the field acquiring experience in industrial waste laboratory needs. I am familiar with transportation of hazardous chemicals and am capable of preparing manifests for transportation of chemical waste products. I have additionally provided consultation to large companies for their industrial needs and provided solutions to customers from start to finish of various projects. Some of these companies include Siemens Energy, Kraft Heinz and Phillips. am open to any opportunity, if you believe I may contribute to your business or organization, please feel free to reach out and I can provide you with more information over the phone or via email.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Chemist / Operations Solutions Engineer

McCutcheon Enterprises
02.2024 - Current

I frequently travel to various businesses to assess their waste needs. This involves being aware of regulatory compliance in relation to EPA, RCRA, the DEP and DOT. Inventorying chemicals, and labpacking for transit is one of the primary responsibilities. Corresponding with clients, writing proposals and researching various documents such as SDS's, EPA ID numbers, and chemical profiles occurs regularly. Testing chemicals via IR instrumentation is done in the field with a mobile IR station, and sampling is also done when dealing with unknown substances, sending such samples out for Analytical TCLP's. I frequently scheduled and sent out drivers, and field techs to perform industrial jobs at power plants and manufacturing facilities. Managing drivers, their qualifications and trucks became one of my additional responsibilities.

Aide

Maple Valley Personal Care Home
01.2010 - Current

Fulfilled the roles of aiding residents in everyday life activities along with performing regular maintenance on the building and grounds. Responsibilities in regard to the aid work include preparing residents for the day by helping with their personal hygiene. Completing housekeeping duties such as cleaning, doing laundry, and passing out ice. As well as answering call bells for immediate resident assistance.

The normal maintenance issues addressed were painting, installing flooring, replacing and restoring leaky valves in bathrooms, along with ground maintenance such as landscaping and mowing.

Kitchen work was also performed which included prepping for meals. Distributing such meals along with specific drinks for the residents was also required. Finally keeping the kitchen sanitized along with the dishes clean was performed throughout the day.

Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician

City Brewing
08.2023 - 02.2024

Performed a variety of required analytical laboratory tests on in process product samples and finished goods. Tests were also performed on product and packaging materials as well as incoming products as needed.
Performed government compliance testing on products that contain alcohol prior to release.
Able to evaluate all quality data in order to ensure a quality product. This included shutting down packaging equipment in order to maintain quality standards.
Quarantined out of specification product.

Required to audit operator quality checks to determine completeness and operators ability to perform the tasks appropriately.
Calibrated and maintained laboratory instrumentation.
Evaluated instrumentation control through the use of statistical process control.
Recorded data accurately and in a timely manner.
Data entry utilizing internal and external databases.
Completed of paperwork required for record maintenance.
Communicated with other departments as needed regarding status of in process product streams, various materials and/or finished products.
Assisted departments in other Quality Assurance duties as needed.
Evaluated all quality data in order to ensure a quality product. This included shutting down packaging and/or brewing equipment in order to maintain quality standards

Installer

Affordable Interiors
02.2018 - 08.2022

Installation was the primary responsibility required, which included prep work, installation and cleanup. Materials such as carpet, ceramic tile, laminate, vinyl, and carpet tile were all utilized extensively. Different teams were chosen everyday based on the skill set of each individual. Heavy machinery was often utilized and attention to detail in measuring was needed in achieving the optimal concentrations when producing in house adhesive blends.

Perscription Filler

Tomson Pharmacy
05.2022 - 07.2022

Responsiblities included sorting perscriptions and filling them based on time of day to be taken, the milligram needed for each dose, and most importantly making sure the correct drug was filled for the correct patient. Other responsiblities included making sure the workplace was sanatized, being aware of who came in and out of the narcotics room and working with a team in order to fill thousands of prescriptions in a day. 

Laborer

Kuntz Associates
03.2018 - 04.2018

The tasks performed at this job were very miscellaneous, which included everything from basic construction, to driving to different towns for various items or equipment. 

Window Cleaner

03.2016 - 04.2016

The responsiblities included cleaning windows both inside and outside homes and businesses, moving furniture and objects away from areas to be cleaned, utilizing ladders to clean in hard to reach places. 

Landscaper

Don Huey Custom Homes
04.2013 - 08.2013

The general responsiblities included in this job included weekly mowing of various properties along with the landscaping of such properties as well. The detailing of Indiana country's state trooper vehicles also was a task performed once a week. This included working at the state trooper barracks to wash and clean the inside of each vehicle. 

Education

Biochemistry - STEM

The Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne Florida
07-2023

High School Graduate -

The Kiski School
Saltsburg
05-2017

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • DOT Regulatory Compliance
  • Proficient in Microsoft apps like Excel, Powerpoint and Word along with Google versions such as Sheets, Docs and Slides, capable of utilizing developer controls in Word and many Excel commands I am also competent in using Microsoft SL and CRM
  • Capable of analyzing data sets and using models to predict or find various results
  • Laboratory safety
  • Micro pipetting
  • Gram Staining
  • Capable of producing in house databases

Timeline

Field Chemist / Operations Solutions Engineer

McCutcheon Enterprises
02.2024 - Current

Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician

City Brewing
08.2023 - 02.2024

Perscription Filler

Tomson Pharmacy
05.2022 - 07.2022

Laborer

Kuntz Associates
03.2018 - 04.2018

Installer

Affordable Interiors
02.2018 - 08.2022

Window Cleaner

03.2016 - 04.2016

Landscaper

Don Huey Custom Homes
04.2013 - 08.2013

Aide

Maple Valley Personal Care Home
01.2010 - Current

Biochemistry - STEM

The Florida Institute of Technology

High School Graduate -

The Kiski School
James Williams