Kahlil Lewis
Summary
Reliable individual with skills and experience as Laboratory Technician. Smart and committed to job well done and offering exceptional drive.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Associate/ DNA Purification Specialist
Zoetis Genetics/ Adecco
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Helped create multi test system to bring turnaround time from 17 days (about 2 and a half weeks) to 10 for test types of PHATH, STR1, STR2, CAMOS and UGC
- Trained incoming lab associates on lab procedures such as DNA extraction, sample digestion, use of LIMS computer system and reagent creation.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system
Sales Associate
The Den Party Store
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
Telephone Operator
Western Michigan University Bronco Express
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Answering various questions about student financial aid (loans, scholarships, grants)
- Solved customer inquiries regarding products, orders and account balances quickly to meet service targets
- Maintained accurate records of calls placed and received
- Provided helpful, informative technical support to customers on product usage and installation
Sales Associate I
Western Michigan University Bookstore
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
EVS Associate
Bronson Methodist Hospital
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2017
- Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material
- Collected, sorted, and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards
- Monitored inventory levels and reported low stock of cleaning supplies and consumables for timely replenishment
Store Associate
Macy’s
Portage, MI
01.2016
- Answering questions regarding handbag and fashion jewelry department from customers
- Signing customers up for Macy’s credit card account to be eligible for store coupons and discounts
- Stocking and shipping handbag and jewelry for customers in state and out of state
Education
Bio Medical Science, Chemistry Political Science
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MISkills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Office
- Calm Under Pressure
- Excellent Communication
- Computer Skills
- Task Prioritization
- PPE use
Timeline
Lab Associate/ DNA Purification Specialist
Zoetis Genetics/ Adecco
01.2017 - 01.2023
EVS Associate
Bronson Methodist Hospital
01.2017
Sales Associate
The Den Party Store
01.2016 - 01.2017
Store Associate
Macy’s
01.2016
Telephone Operator
Western Michigan University Bronco Express
01.2015 - 01.2016
Sales Associate I
Western Michigan University Bookstore
01.2013 - 01.2015
Bio Medical Science, Chemistry Political Science
Western Michigan University
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