Annie Parayil
Northville,MI
Summary
Qualified analytical chemist with exceptional problem solving skills,with many years of laboratory experience,good educational background,work well with others, recognize quality and hard work, seeking a challenging and rewarding position.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemist
RTI Laboratories Inc.
Livonia, MI
03.2020 - Current
- Conducted phosphorous analysis utilizing Lachat ion analyzer to ensure accurate measurement.
- Conducted analysis of PCB and pesticide levels in soil and aqueous samples utilizing GC ECD instrumentation.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of gas range organics, diesel range organics, and oil range organics in aqueous and soil matrices utilizing gas chromatography with flame ionization detection.
Laboratory Analyst
Bureau Veritas Of North America
Novi, MI
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Compiled and recorded data for documentation needed for testing and reports preparation
- Reviewed and updated SOPs related to quality control
- Maintained and managed accurate and precise documentation
- Recorded data on computer following standard operating methods
- Proficient in GC FID for various analysis of air samples in different media
Laboratory Analyst
Labs Mart Inc
Farmington Hills, MI
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Routine testing of supplements and food samples in accordance with standard operating procedures using HPLC.
- Interpretation and management of analytical data.
- Troubleshooting and maintenance of analytical instruments.
- Developing and validating analytical methods.
Chemist
RTI Laborataries
Livonia, MI
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Analysed aqueous and solid samples for NH3 ,Residual Chlorine,Alkalinity and TKN using Ion Analyzer , Phenol by distillation and Spectrometer.
- Instrumental analysis of soil,aqueous,oil,and wipe samples for PCB, Herbicides, and Pesticides using GC Varian ECD and GC Agilent Technologies and reporting data using the Omega Khemia Lims system.
- Conducted quality control tests and directed test procedures.
- Determination of Hardness and Specific Conductivity.
- Organized lab test solutions, compounds and reagents.
- Operated and maintained analytical instruments such as GC and Calorimeter.
- Accurately inventoried lab chemicals and supplies.
- Performed wet methods and instrument analysis.
- Processed test results using a variety of chemistry-specific software programs sch as Chem station, MS Chem station and Varian Star.
- Ordered chemicals and prepared reagents for analysis.
Analytical Chemist
City of Detroit
Analytical Lab, Detroit Water & Sewerage Department
01.1992 - 10.2015
- Chemical and physical analyses of waste water ,solid and industrial samples for Total Suspended Solids,Total Solids,Volatile Suspended Solids,% dryness,Phosphorous,total and amenable cyanide,Biochemical oxygen demand(BOD),Oil and Grease,Ammonia and Total kjeldahl Nitrogen(TKN),Chemical Oxygen Demand(COD) and Phenol.
- Instrumental analysis of plant and industrial waste samples for Trace Organics such as Pesticides,Herbicides,HCB,HCBD using Gas Chromatography(GC) by ECD and FID detectors (SCHIMADZU,VARIAN,PERKIN-ELMER)and available cyanide using OI Analytical FS3100,FS3000,NH3 and Phenol using Lachat Instrument etc.
- Operation,Calibration,maintenance check and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments,
- Sample custody,distribution,preservation and data entry in Laboratory Information Management System(LIMS).
- Prepare leachate of RMP samples by rotation and stirring method.
- Record keeping of operating conditions and calibrations of various analytical Instruments.
- Prepare QA/QC and Matrix Spike standards for various analysis and prepared control charts .
- inventoried lab chemicals and supplies.
- Operated and maintained analytical instruments such as GC and Calorimeter.
- Assisted in purchasing chemicals and other lab supplies for various analysis
- Prepared reagents and standards for a variety of analysis.
- Trained chemists in analytical test methods.
Junior Chemist
City of Detroit
Operations Lab,WWTP,DWSD, Detroit.
04.1991 - 01.1992
- Analyzed wastewater samples for Total Suspended Solids(TSS),Total Solids(TS), Settleable Solids(SS), and dissolved oxygen for support of wastewater treatment process
- Collected influent,sludge,cake,RMP samples,mixed liquor,and effluent from different plant locations of WWTP .
- Adjusted dosage of chlorine and ferrous chloride during treatment process of waste water to maintain regulatory compliance.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Chemistry
Gandhiji University
Kottayam, Kerala State, South India.1987
Bachelor of Science - Education
Kerala University
Peet Memorial Training College, Kerala State, South India1989
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Kerala State University
St.Thomas College, Ranny, Kerala State, South India1985
Skills
- Separation and purification techniques
- Gas Chromatography and HPLC
- Tuning and calibration
- Distillation and Extraction
- MS Office proficiency
- Excellent to work as team member
- Certified in Hazardous Communication, General Safety, Waste Management and Spill Prevention
- Knowledge of Spectrophotometer, pH meter and DO meter
- Familiar with MSDS and strong awareness of Lab safety procedures, standards and regulations
- Proficient in Laboratory Information Management system(LIMS)
- Results interpretation
Timeline
Chemist
RTI Laboratories Inc.
03.2020 - Current
Laboratory Analyst
Bureau Veritas Of North America
06.2018 - 01.2020
Laboratory Analyst
Labs Mart Inc
07.2017 - 06.2018
Chemist
RTI Laborataries
04.2016 - 06.2017
Analytical Chemist
City of Detroit
01.1992 - 10.2015
Junior Chemist
City of Detroit
04.1991 - 01.1992
Master of Science - Applied Chemistry
Gandhiji University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Kerala University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Kerala State University