Jason Dempsey
Coshocton
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience in quality assurance and laboratory operations. Expertise in calibrating equipment, analyzing product performance, and maintaining compliance through meticulous documentation and technical support.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Development Technician
Transcendia
Hebron
07.2023 - Current
- Operated laboratory equipment to analyze product performance and quality.
- Documented research findings and maintained accurate lab records for compliance.
- Performed daily maintenance and calibration of lab equipment.
- Maintained functionality of laboratory equipment through regular operation and upkeep.
- Provided technical support to staff members by troubleshooting issues with lab equipment.
- Trained junior staff on safety protocols and proper equipment usage.
Quality Lab Technician
Three Rivers Energy
Coshocton
09.2020 - Current
- Conducted quality control tests on energy products and materials.
- Testing of in process samples. Quality control and reporting results to operations. Cleaned and calibrated lab equipment to maintain accuracy and reliability of test results. Completed test protocols and certificates of analysis for leads and customers, ensuring compliance with quality standards. Recorded lab activities in logbooks, facilitating accurate tracking and traceability of processes. GC, PH probes, proof meters, HPLC machines, balance, oven and more. Following strict safety protocols and quality lab procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of lab results and procedures.
- Operated laboratory equipment for analysis of samples.
Quality Laboratory Technician
Tenneco - Federal Mogal
Cambridge
01.2019 - Current
- Conducted quality tests on automotive components and materials for compliance.
- Conducted quality control inspections to verify compliance with product standards. Quality checks in all stations and areas. Part line and computer Calibration With verification paperwork. Troubleshot equipment and press lines to maintain optimal functionality. Strong communication and safety values. Executed data entry, maintained spreadsheets, and developed quality sheets to facilitate problem solving. Collaborated with engineers and scientists to address technical issues.
- Performed routine inspections to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Maintained accurate records of testing procedures and results in laboratory databases.
Train Coordinator Dispatcher
G&W Ohio Central Railroad
Coshocton
01.2011 - 04.2019
- Planned and troubleshot railroad transportation logistics to ensure timely deliveries and efficient resource coordination. Communicated effectively with team members and management to maintain clear information flow while dispatching crews, jobs, and work orders.
- Coordinated schedules for rail operations and maintenance activities.
- Managed communication between departments to ensure smooth workflows.
- Managed professional office tasks supporting management and crews, handling high-volume communications via phone, fax, and email. Assisted with scheduling, typing, payroll, and maintained strong safety and FRA compliance while performing various railroad office duties.
- Developed training materials for new staff on safety procedures.
Laboratory Technician Quantum Binder Team
Owens Corning S&T
Granville
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Conducted sample testing to support experimental outcomes. Managed material handling and preparation for experiments to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Mixing of chemical formulations, certified in radiation.
- Completed data entry into spreadsheets for analysis. Assisted with laboratory tasks and experiments.
Laboratory Technician QA Resin Lab
PPG Industries
Delaware
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Conducted acid value and pH testing using titrations and gas chromatography to support quality assurance processes.
- Calibrated and maintained lab equipment to ensure accurate testing results.
- Performed in-process sample testing to ensure compliance with customer and product specifications.
Laboratory Technician
AK Steel Coshocton Works
Coshocton
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Cutting and various sample testing for company standards.
- Computer-aided machinery, forklift certification, lockout safety team
- Utilizing teamwork to complete group projects to meet deadlines
Education
Associate - Communications and Health in Communications and Health
Ohio University
Zanesville, OH01-1995
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- QA/QC
- Calibration
- Laboratory Experience
- Quality Inspection
- SAP
- Quality Control
- Research & Development
- Computer Networking
- Internal Audits
- Fast paced atmosphere
- Phone Etiquette
- Professional Development
- Microsoft Excel
- Manufacturing
- Strong communication skills (10 years)
- Working directly with top management (10 years)
- Constant safety training and updates (10 years)
- Troubleshooting- on the spot decision-making (10 years)
- Inventory
- Word
- Fast learner ASSESSMENTS Scheduling
- Highly Proficient January 2020 Measures a candidate's ability to cross-reference agendas and itineraries to avoid conflicts when creating schedules Full results: https://shareindeedassessmentscom/share_to_profile/1f179f1ba9c45c09a4ddafl42efc2751eed53dc074545cb7 Customer Focus & Orientation
- Highly Proficient October 2019 Responding to customer situations with sensitivity Full results: https://shareindeedassessmentscom/share_to_profile/51ba0379c42c6bf3f1d9e0074759b53eed53dc074545cb7 Organizational Skills
- Highly Proficient January 2020 Arranging and managing information or materials using a set of rules Full results: https://shareindeedassessmentscom/share_assignment/zgjb19k-wvo7z1bn Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or development in any professional field
Assessments
- Analyzing data Completed
- January 2020
- Interpreting and producing graphs, identifying trends, and drawing justifiable conclusions from data.
- Full results: Completed
- Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Timeline
Research and Development Technician
Transcendia
07.2023 - Current
Quality Lab Technician
Three Rivers Energy
09.2020 - Current
Quality Laboratory Technician
Tenneco - Federal Mogal
01.2019 - Current
Train Coordinator Dispatcher
G&W Ohio Central Railroad
01.2011 - 04.2019
Laboratory Technician Quantum Binder Team
Owens Corning S&T
01.2009 - 01.2010
Laboratory Technician QA Resin Lab
PPG Industries
01.2007 - 01.2009
Laboratory Technician
AK Steel Coshocton Works
01.2004 - 01.2007
Associate - Communications and Health in Communications and Health
Ohio University