James Ryan Golightly
Kaysville
Summary
Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lab Technician 3
Hexcel
Salt Lake City
07.2013 - Current
- Run the operations of various laboratories independently and in combination with other technicians.
- Provided technical guidance and training to new lab technicians.
- Attended lab meetings to participate in research discussions.
- Generated graphs and tables summarizing test results.
- Troubleshot instrument malfunctions and made necessary repairs.
- Train personnel in procedures and processes.
- Inspect and review product and product lines
- Identified and fixed issues with lab equipment to achieve more accurate lab results.
- Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
- Assisted in the development and maintenance of laboratory SOPs, improving process efficiency and consistency.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards, contributing to successful laboratory audits.
- Collaborated with laboratory team to develop and validate new testing procedures, improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Assisted in the troubleshooting and repair of laboratory equipment, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operation.
- Utilized Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for tracking, documenting, and reporting laboratory activities.
- Participated in regular laboratory meetings to discuss test results, quality control issues, and process improvements.
- Documented and reported test results accurately, maintaining detailed records in compliance with laboratory protocols.
- Work with engineers, management, customers, environmental and other personnel to improve processes.
- Test and evaluate various carbon fiber, fiberglass, kevlar and other product to verify product is in specified limits.
- Layup and cure product, following specific guidelines and procedures.
- Operate a forklift and palletjack to safely maneuver hazardous and non hazardous materials.
- Conducted tests on composite materials to ensure quality control.
- Operated laboratory equipment for sample analysis and preparation.
- Documented test results and maintained accurate lab records.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot material issues.
- Adhered to safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment.
- Assisted in the development of new testing procedures and methodologies.
- Evaluated laboratory supplies and managed inventory levels effectively.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment.
- Analyzed results of tests using statistical methods to determine accuracy of results.
- Prepared samples for analysis by weighing, filtering, or diluting them as needed.
- Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
- Followed strict safety protocols while handling hazardous materials in the laboratory environment.
- Performed regular inspections on all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Composites
Davis Applied Technology College
Kaysville, UTDiploma -
Layton High School
Layton, UTSkills
- Laboratory procedures
- Equipment troubleshooting
- LIMS management
- Quality control testing
- SOP development
- Data analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- Technical training
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Sample preparation and analysis
- Issue troubleshooting
- Laboratory testing
- Waste disposal protocols
- Instrument Calibration
- Equipment calibration
- Laboratory safety procedures
- Preventive Maintenance
- Sample storage management
- File and recordkeeping
- Machine maintenance
- Analytical thinking
- Document processing
- Instrumentation operation
- Quality control monitoring
- Troubleshooting instrumentation
Certification
- Certificate in Composites, Davis Applied Technology College, 10/2012.
Timeline
Lab Technician 3
Hexcel
07.2013 - Current
Certificate of Completion - Composites
Davis Applied Technology College
Diploma -
Layton High School