Jennifer Blanchett
Greenwood,SC
Summary
With over 35 years of combined experience in nylon and aluminum forgings, specializing in QA and Chemical Lab operations. Expertise lies in optimizing lab workflows and enhancing safety protocols for efficient and secure operations. Consistently demonstrates excellence in analytical techniques and successfully trains teams for peak performance. Strong problem-solving and organizational skills have led to significant productivity improvements while maintaining high-quality control. Takes pride in fostering a collaborative environment that encourages teamwork and innovation.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
QA Chemical Lab Technician
Ascend Performance Materials
10.2011 - Current
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Optimized laboratory workflows, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity through careful scheduling and resource allocation.
- Increased lab safety by conducting regular inspections and ensuring proper storage of hazardous materials.
- Streamlined sample preparation processes for faster turnaround times without compromising accuracy or reproducibility of results.
- Provided training for new technicians on laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and equipment usage to ensure consistent performance across the team.
- Technical proficiency in various analytical techniques such as spectroscopy, chromatography,RV, AE, GC,DSC,TOC, X-ray PH, capro, and centrifuge used in daily operations.
- Inspected and performed basic maintenance on laboratory equipment.
- Prepare reagents for various chemical analyses, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Utilized Sample Manager LIMS for efficient sample tracking and data management.
- SPC charting techniques to monitor instrumentation performance and ensure accuracy.
- Developed strong working relationships with engineers, control room staff and other site personnel to ensure quality products.
- Work with multiple lab instruments performing both automated and manual chemical analyses as well as physical testing on raw material..
- Consistently met project deadlines by effectively prioritizing tasks, managing time efficiently, and communicating progress updates to management and staff.
- Actively participate in Hazard Recognition Plus Program, monthly safety meetings, Stop the Job, computer based safety and OSHA required training, and actively contribute to a safe working laboratory environment.
Heat Treat/ Lab Operator
Kaiser Aluminum
09.1989 - 10.2011
- Read technical drawings and understand technical operations.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication channels among coworkers.
- Monitor production equipment to detect problems. Install equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures.
- Conducted hardness testing, pressure testing, furnace programming, tensile testing, and conductivity testing.
- Operated hoist, overhead crane, and forklifts.
- Documentation of heat treatment parameters, batch numbers, and test results to maintain accurate records and traceability.
- Advanced quality assurance by performing routine checks on lab instruments and monitoring control samples for accuracy.
- Operated Turret lathes, machined parts to blueprint and inspected parts with gauges to check all tolerances.
- Test and charge chemicals.
- Troubleshoot and correct quality issues and disposition deviations and non conformances.
- Used micrometers, calipers, gauge blocks,and indicators to mic parts.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to verify quality control.
- Proficient in operating and moitoring heat treat furnaces, anneal furnaces, quench tanks,and bonderlube- etch lines.
- Cut and machine mechanical testing bars for tensile testing.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Adhered to all related regulations for health and environmental compliances to meet OSHA standards to ensure safe workplace.
- Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols.
Education
Chemistry 110
Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC12.2015
Metallurgy
Gannon University
Erie, PA05.1993
Skills
- Proficient in Laboratory Procedures
- Experienced in Software Utilization
- Standard operating procedures
- Proficient in Sample Preparation
- Chemical handling
- Tensile Strength Evaluation
- Hazardous Waste Disposal
- Skilled in Analytical Laboratory Techniques
- Proficient in Spectroscopy Methods
- Formulation Chemistry Knowledge
- Laboratory Safety Compliance
- Chemical Reagent Preparation
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Proficient in Heat Treating Concepts
- Organizational skills
- Versatile Response to Change
- Knowledge of aluminum alloys
Timeline
QA Chemical Lab Technician
Ascend Performance Materials
10.2011 - Current
Heat Treat/ Lab Operator
Kaiser Aluminum
09.1989 - 10.2011
Chemistry 110
Piedmont Technical College
Metallurgy
Gannon University
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