James Barbour
Martinsville,VA
Summary
Experienced Chemical Technician with 14-year record of success. Prepares and analyzes materials to understand properties and develop enhancements. Strong knowledge of compliance requirements and safety practices. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking and reliable Chemical Technician with strong ability in self motivation. Offering equipment and forklift skills.Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Technician
Mehler Engineered Products
Martinsville, VA
06.2013 - Current
- Participated in team meetings to discuss current projects or brainstorm solutions for challenges faced within the department.
- Replenished laboratory supplies and maintained equipment to support optimal productivity.
- Monitored safety standards in the lab to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Troubleshot problems encountered during testing or experimentation activities.
- Documented test procedures, methods, results, and conclusions in reports for review by senior staff members.
- Conducted laboratory experiments, such as mixing chemicals and monitoring reactions.
- Collaborated with colleagues from other departments on joint projects involving chemistry-related topics.
- Contributed ideas toward advancing existing technologies or developing new ones relating to chemical engineering principles.
- Identified areas where improvements could be made to existing processes or products.
- Prepared and tested samples of chemical compounds according to established protocols.
- Maintained inventory of chemicals, supplies, and other necessary items needed in the lab environment.
- Conducted sampling programs to analyze quality standards of raw materials, chemical intermediates and products.
- Collected samples from production batches to test for impurities or issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Halifax County High School
South Boston, VA05-1984
Skills
- Process Optimization
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Assembly
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Chemical Analysis
- Excellent Communication
- Reporting and Documentation
- Adaptability
- Self Motivation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Supply Management
- Problem-Solving
- Quality Control
- Attention to Detail
- Professional Demeanor
- Time Management Abilities
- Task Prioritization
- Time Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Professionalism
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
Timeline
Chemical Technician
Mehler Engineered Products
06.2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
Halifax County High School
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