John Carden
NC
Summary
Experienced laboratory professional with expertise in all aspects of medical laboratory testing. Proficient in adhering to TJC, OSHA, and FDA guidelines to ensure compliance and safety. Quality-driven team player with a strong focus on accuracy and efficiency, delivering reliable results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plasma Processor II / Designated Trainer
Grifols Biomat USA
08.2023 - Current
- Proactively communicated with management regarding any discrepancies or issues, ensuring swift resolutions and minimal disruptions to production.
- Assisted in maintaining a consistent supply of high-quality plasma products by accurately analyzing samples at various stages of the process.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring accurate labeling, packaging, and timely shipment of processed plasma products.
- Implemented strict documentation practices which bolstered overall traceability throughout every step within the workflow.
- Acted as a mentor for new team members, providing guidance on proper techniques and fostering an environment of collaboration and continuous learning.
- Operated centrifuge machines to separate plasma from whole blood donations.
- Ensured smooth operations by communicating regularly with management regarding any issues or improvements needed within the center.
Quality Assurance Associate I
Grifols Biomat USA
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Document review
- Review daily donor record file review
- Perform equipment quality control review (daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual)
- Perform a review of donor center records
- Perform weekly review of equipment incident logs
- Verification and release of sample shipment(s)
- Perform Staging of plasma for shipment
- Inspection and release of incoming supplies
- Assist the Center Quality Manger to ensure all cGMP regulations and SOPs are followed, and regulatory requirements are met
- Perform all product release activities
- Perform a review of medical incident reports and all applicable related documents
- Reviewed production reports to confirm compliance with quality guidelines.
- Recorded observations and findings during quality checks for review.
- Monitored equipment performance to identify potential quality concerns.
Plasma Processor I / Designated Trainer
Grifols Biomat USA
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Collects and processes all donor tubes for testing
- Prepares donor testing samples for shipment
- Labels samples and freezes plasma bottles collected for final packing and shipment
- Monitors the temperature of the stored product in freezers and performs routine maintenance of freezer equipment
- Maintains stored products by organizing plasma inventory in freezers
- Maintains communication with other service areas to ensure quality and complete, accurate documentation practices
- Assisted in maintaining a consistent supply of high-quality plasma products by accurately analyzing samples at various stages of the process.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring accurate labeling, packaging, and timely shipment of processed plasma products.
Assistant Manager
Eagles
02.2016 - 11.2018
- Led training initiatives, enhancing employee skills and confidence.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
- Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to maintain proper stock levels and minimize waste.
- Trained new staff members, equipping them with skills needed for success in their roles.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed efficiently and to high standard.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC05-2025
High School Diploma -
Topsail High School
Hampstead, NC06.2014
Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Standard operating procedures
- Quality control management
- Biological safety
- Time management
- Reliability
- Sample collection
Certification
- BLS Certification
- June2023 to June2025
Timeline
Plasma Processor II / Designated Trainer
Grifols Biomat USA
08.2023 - Current
Quality Assurance Associate I
Grifols Biomat USA
08.2022 - 02.2023
Plasma Processor I / Designated Trainer
Grifols Biomat USA
12.2020 - 08.2022
Assistant Manager
Eagles
02.2016 - 11.2018
- BLS Certification
- June2023 to June2025
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
Cape Fear Community College
High School Diploma -
Topsail High School
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