Josherl Rayford-Bordwell
Houston
Summary
Dedicated chemical professional with a proven track record of achieving company objectives through consistent and organized practices. Expertise in thriving under pressure while effectively adapting to new challenges, ensuring optimal contributions to organizational success. Strong commitment to enhancing brand reputation through innovative problem-solving and strategic thinking. Recognized for fostering collaborative environments that drive team performance and exceed expectations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Shift Supervisor
Texas Petrochemicals
Houston, TX
04.2008 - Current
- Perform analysis on Production samples and raw materials.
- Review, validate, interpret and accurately enter sample results, into LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System).
- Integrate and interpret Gas Chromatography results for shipping and incoming material.
- Calibrate, troubleshoot and maintain integrity of instrumentation.
- Document actions and decisions associated with generation of data.
- Participate in writing and reviewing procedures and SOP's.
- Conduct routine inspections of incoming materials to check quality and compliance with established product specifications.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issues directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Establish effective employee schedules and delegated tasks to take advantage of individual abilities and meet expected demands.
- Evaluate employee skills and knowledge regularly, providing hands-on training and mentoring to individuals with lagging skills.
- Assist in hiring, training, and continued professional growth of employees.
- Prepare and enforce quality standards according to OSHA's safe work practices.
- Conduct JSA's and Behavior based training observations to strive for safety excellence.
QC Analyst
Dixie Chemical
Pasadena, TX
05.2007 - 04.2008
- Pre-product release testing of intermediates, and or other combination drug device products
- USP, ASTM, and cGMP testing
- Interpret data and calculate results
- Calibrate and maintain and lab equipment
Senior Lab Technician
Aqua Solutions, Inc
Deerpark, TX
02.2005 - 05.2007
- Performs analytical & large-scale batches
- Preparing and Standardizing aqueous solutions (Acids and Bases)
- Record data and calculate results
- Calibrate, maintain and Troubleshoot lab equipment used in assigned duties
- Maintain and sustain stocks of solutions, reagents, and Lab equipment
- Minimized lab accidents by adhering to safe work practices and procedures
Personnel Administrative Specialist
Louisiana Army National Guard
Ruston, La
11.1994 - 11.2000
- Responsible for personnel records, accountability, awards, and merits
- Other duties included field duties, weapons training, and AT (Annual Training, Simulated War Training)
- Overseas tour to Belize, Central America to aid in building schools
- Facilitated employee termination process and performed employee exit interviews to relay pertinent information to appropriate personnel.
- Cross-trained to cover other personnel staff duties to facilitate office management.
- Initiated and maintained personnel and employee-related files and records and established archives to support internal audits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA2001
Skills
- Data interpretation
- Project Management
- Analytical problem solving
- Laboratory compliance standards
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Safety hazard identification
- Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Military veteran
Certification
ERT (Emergency & Rescue Training)
Industrial Interior Fire Fighting
HazMat
Rescue
Army Veteran
Timeline
Laboratory Shift Supervisor
Texas Petrochemicals
04.2008 - Current
QC Analyst
Dixie Chemical
05.2007 - 04.2008
Senior Lab Technician
Aqua Solutions, Inc
02.2005 - 05.2007
Personnel Administrative Specialist
Louisiana Army National Guard
11.1994 - 11.2000
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Grambling State University