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Gretchen Martin

Bossier City,LA

Summary

Detail-oriented Laboratory Technician with proven expertise at Purina Animal Nutrition LLC in maintaining rigorous quality control and delivering reliable lab results. Skilled in specimen preparation and interpersonal communication, I fostered a collaborative environment while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Recognized for accuracy and dependability in high-stakes testing scenarios.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Technician

Purina Animal Nutrition LLC
06.2009 - 11.2016
  • 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.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
  • Performed complex analyses using various instrumentation, delivering reliable data for informed decision making.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.

Substitute Teacher

Bossier Parish Schools
01.2004 - 07.2009
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, collaboration, and open communication among students.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Education

Sociology

Colorado State University
Fort Dix, NJ
05-2005

Skills

  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Sample preparation
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Safety compliance
  • Supply maintenance
  • Specimen collection
  • Specimen preparation

Timeline

Laboratory Technician

Purina Animal Nutrition LLC
06.2009 - 11.2016

Substitute Teacher

Bossier Parish Schools
01.2004 - 07.2009

Sociology

Colorado State University

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