Jade Thomas
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Dynamic Sr. Lab Technician with extensive experience at DFA, excelling in quality control and laboratory safety protocols. Proven track record in optimizing workflows and mentoring teams, enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in fluid analysis and inventory control, fostering a collaborative environment that drives results and ensures compliance with industry standards.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Lab Technician
DFA
2024 - Current
- Supervised laboratory workflows, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
- Streamlined sample processing protocols, resulting in improved turnaround times for testing.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational readiness.
- Analyzed test data and provided actionable insights to support decision-making processes within the lab.
- Managed inventory of laboratory supplies, optimizing resource allocation and reducing waste effectively.
- Managed inventory and procurement of lab supplies, ensuring optimal resource utilization while minimizing costs.
- Optimized workflow by reorganizing laboratory space for better accessibility and functionality.
- Championed safety initiatives within the lab, resulting in fewer incidents and a safer working environment for all team members.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address potential food safety issues promptly.
- Led investigations into food safety incidents, ensuring thorough documentation and reporting.
- Enhanced food safety compliance by conducting thorough inspections and audits of food establishments.
Lab Technician
Pepsi
09.2021 - 09.2024
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test 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.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
Lab Technician
Mountaire Farms
03.2018 - 09.2021
- Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
- Kept abreast of current industry, scientific and regulatory developments and issues.
- Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
- Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols.
- Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test 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.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
Quality Control Inspector
Smithfield Packing
03.2015 - 04.2017
- Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
Trainer
House of Raeford Farms
02.2012 - 05.2015
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
- Developed and implemented successful onboarding program.
- Wrote contracts for company employees, working towards satisfactory agreement between executives, employees and personal goals.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
- Designed and delivered web-based, self-directed learning materials.
- Worked with vendors to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
- Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
- Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Hanover High
Wilmington, NC06.2009
Skills
- Fluid analysis
- Sample handling
- Laboratory safety procedures
- Specimen classification
- Antibody screening
- HACCP
- SSOP
- SPS
- Chemical identification
- Quality control monitoring
- Specimen handling
- Test reporting
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Specimen preparation
- Specimen collection
- Clinical lab settings
- Positive attitude
- Inventory control
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety protocols
- Quality control
- Laboratory information systems
Certification
HACCP, Food Safety
Timeline
Lab Technician
Pepsi
09.2021 - 09.2024
Lab Technician
Mountaire Farms
03.2018 - 09.2021
Quality Control Inspector
Smithfield Packing
03.2015 - 04.2017
Trainer
House of Raeford Farms
02.2012 - 05.2015
Sr. Lab Technician
DFA
2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
New Hanover High