Heather McBride
Senior Laboratory Technician And Beekeeper
Texarkana,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented laboratory scientist and beekeeper with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Passionate about improving the bee industry and helping Texas beekeepers.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Beekeeper and Owner
McBs Bees
Texarkana, TX
01.2017 - Current
- Enhanced colony health through regular inspections, disease prevention measures, and timely interventions.
- Grafted and raised queen bees using best practices to improve genetics within the apiary for higher honey yields, improved temperament, and disease resistance.
- Implemented integrated pest management strategies to minimize the impact of pests on colony health.
- Assisted fellow beekeepers through mentoring in troubleshooting challenges related to hive health or management techniques by sharing valuable knowledge gained through experience in the field.
- Educated local community members, and school and other youth groups about the importance of bee conservation through workshops, presentations, and hands-on demonstrations.
- Served local community in the area of beekeeping through various volunteer opportunities such as serving as member of the Longview Arboretum Bee Squad and serving as an officer in Longview and Marshall Bee Associations.
- Ensured sustainable growth of colonies by effectively managing swarm control and making splits.
- Continual educational growth though attendance of conferences, clinics, and schools, as well as volunteering for and shadowing more experienced beekeepers.
- Shadowed and volunteered as assistant to two local commercial queen producers in Spring 2024, resulting in better understanding of queen breeding best practices and overall apiary management on a larger scale.
- Current participant in the Texas Master Beekeeper Program-Advanced Level Exam Passed.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with a wide range of customers in the local communities of Longview and Texarkana.
Senior Laboratory Technician, Analytical Chemistry
Eastman Chemical Company
Longview, TX
01.2015 - Current
- Championed safety and quality initiatives, resulting in safe, compliant, and superior quality analysis for in-process and final product samples.
- Performed method validations, cGMP instrument qualifications, preventative maintenance and calibrations, resulting in laboratory equipment and methodology performing to the highest standards.
- Spearheaded the development of new testing methods, improving process efficiency and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced equipment downtime through meticulous maintenance and timely calibration of instruments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex technical issues and identify areas for improvement in laboratory procedures.
- Optimized workflow by reorganizing laboratory space for better accessibility and functionality.
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions for junior technicians and laboratory analysts, fostering culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Utilized management of change processes in the installation and setup of new instrumentation and for non-routine sample analysis in the quality and analytical development laboratories.
- Managed capital inventory for the manufacturing laboratories and led capital equipment recommendations for both the quality and manufacturing labs.
- Contributed to new product development through collaboration with R&D engineers and chemists.
- Fostered positive work culture through leadership service in EVETs veteran's resource group, Texas high school partnership team, and Texas Eastman beekeeper's group.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Good Shepherd Medical Center
Longview, TX
7 2013 - 12.2015
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Ensured patient confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
High School Science Teacher
Longview High School
Longview, TX
08.2009 - 06.2012
- Established positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect among students.
- Served as a faculty advisor for UIL Science Team helping students prepare for competitions and achieve success at the regional level.
- Mentored struggling students, offering additional support and resources to improve their academic performance.
- Integrated real-life examples into lessons, demonstrating the practical applications of scientific concepts.
Undergraduate Student Researcher and Teaching Assistant
University of Texas at Tyler and UT Dallas
Tyler, TX
01.2007 - 05.2009
- Performed heavy metal analysis to determine total mercury concentration present in cotton mouth snakes.
- Synthesized/characterized silver nanostructures on carbon wafers for potential use in medical testing.
- Synthesized and purified various peptides for dispersion with single-walled carbon nanotubes in collaboration with UT Southwestern Medical Center for use in tumor irradiation treatment studies.
- Setup student laboratory experiments, supervised and safely aided students during laboratory activities with independent teaching of some introductory student labs during my senior year.
Medical Laboratory Technician
United States Air Force
Tampa, FL
09.2000 - 09.2004
- Completed general basic training, followed by medical laboratory technician job training, and on the job training.
- Performed venipuncture and processed and analyzed all types of clinical specimens, including chain of custody samples for drug screen samples.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Enhanced patient care through accurate and timely diagnostic testing for various medical conditions.
- Ensured patient confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
Education
B.S. in Chemistry and Biology -
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX 01.2006 - 05.2009
A.A. in Chemistry -
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX 08.2004 - 05.2006
Skills
Honey bee biology
Honey bee Nutrition
Hive Management
Technical report writing
Queen Production
Problem Solving
IPM
Analytical
Honey bee biology
Websites
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Affiliations
- Texas Beekeepers Association
- Texas Master Beekeeper Program
- Texas Master Gardener Program
- American Chemical Society
- Local East Texas Beekeepers Associations
Professional References
Jimmy Middlebrooks, LBA Beekeeper and Real Texas Honey Board Member
jimmymiddlebrooks@gmail.com
138 Private Road 3759
Kilgore, TX 75662
903-987-0420
Candace Treat, BS Chemist
ctreat@eastman.com
Eastman Chemical, TXO Analytical Development
PO Box 399
Leesburg, TX 75451
903-285-5814
Keith Humphries, PhD Chemist
khumphries@eastman.com
Eastman Chemical, TXO Analytical Development
1105 Tiffany Lane
Longview, TX 75604
903-445-9741
Timeline
Texas Master Gardener Intern
04-2024
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
12-2023
Texas Advanced Level Beekeeper - TMBP
11-2023
Beekeeper and Owner
McBs Bees
01.2017 - Current
Senior Laboratory Technician, Analytical Chemistry
Eastman Chemical Company
01.2015 - Current
High School Science Teacher
Longview High School
08.2009 - 06.2012
Undergraduate Student Researcher and Teaching Assistant
University of Texas at Tyler and UT Dallas
01.2007 - 05.2009
B.S. in Chemistry and Biology -
University of Texas At Tyler
01.2006 - 05.2009
A.A. in Chemistry -
Tyler Junior College
08.2004 - 05.2006
Medical Laboratory Technician
United States Air Force
09.2000 - 09.2004
Medical Laboratory Technician
Good Shepherd Medical Center
7 2013 - 12.2015
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