Geraci Helmick
Dalton,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented Extrusion Lab Technician at Engineered Floors, skilled in sample preparation and lab result interpretation. Achieved high accuracy in testing through rigorous quality control and safety compliance. Proficient in data collection and entry. Effectively trained new personnel to uphold best practices in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Extrusion Lab Technician
Engineered Floors
06.2020 - Current
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Reduced errors in data entry by meticulously reviewing and validating information before submission.
- Collected and performed analytical testing on in-process product.
- Prepared detailed documentation for each experiment, facilitating effective communication of results to colleagues and stakeholders.
- Supported regulatory compliance efforts through adherence to guidelines and thorough record-keeping practices.
- Adapted quickly to changes in test protocols or methodologies, maintaining productivity during periods of transition.
- Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
- Performed complex analyses using various instrumentation, delivering reliable data for informed decisionmaking.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
Education
GED - General Studies
Model High School
Rome, Ga06.1995
Skills
- Sample preparation
- Lab result interpretation
- Safety compliance
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Research and documentation
- Chemical handling
- Equipment calibration
- Materials testing
- Data entry
- Experienced extrusion operator, lab technician, LTO
- Forklift and squeeze hyster certified
- Familiar with CAMS, MS Office, and Excel
Timeline
Extrusion Lab Technician
Engineered Floors
06.2020 - Current
GED - General Studies
Model High School