Kevin Davis
Sikeston,MO
Summary
Experienced Analytical Chemist with solid background in chemical analysis and laboratory procedures. Successfully contributed to daily production of ultrapure water, monitoring of food borne pathogens of manufactured products, and quality control of detergent formulations, ensuring accurate and reliable results. Demonstrated expertise in maintaining laboratory equipment, calibration, data trending, problem-solving, GMP, and GLP.
With solid background in chemical analysis, laboratory procedures, and data interpretation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving precise results, ensuring reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Proficient in using advanced laboratory equipment, conducting experiments, and maintaining safety standards. Known for analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and effective communication.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemical Lab Tech
AECI, Inc.
Marston, MO
06.2015 - 03.2026
- 3 different areas of coverage rotating bi-weekly between- Coal lab, Water lab, & Leg man
- Coal Lab-collect daily coal samples and perform sieve analysis to determine daily grind percent
- Grind daily samples for thermogravimetric and bomb calorimetry analysis to determine BTU’s of coal brought in from trains
- Collect monthly and quarterly oil samples for in-house particle count to monitor the cleanliness of lube oil as well as packaging samples and send them to a 3rd party for more in-depth analysis
- Perform monthly PM’s
- Water Lab-take daily readings of four main monitoring points for pH, conductivity, oxygen content, sodium, and silica
- Weekly readings of data points for degas oxygen, silica content, and TOC
- Sodium analyzer calibration for condensate and boiler samples
- Take thermometer readings of refrigeration and ovens for constant temps that are used for drying and holding water samples for storage
- Spectrophotomer analysis for iron and copper
- Perform monthly PM’s
- Leg Man-fill acid, caustic soda, phosphate, and ammonia holding tanks as needed
- Pick up packages for the lab from the warehouse
- Take reverse osmosis readings
- Outside data entry
- Regeneration of Mixed bed polishers of the Reverse Osmosis system upon exhaustion
- Pre-coat condensate polishers upon exhaustion or for start-ups after unit shutdown
- Collect monthly wastewater samples for pH, chlorine, and settable solids
- Collect well water samples for compliance of MO DNR permits of wastewater monitoring for third party for analysis
- Perform monthly PM’s
Quality Control Chemist
Church & Dwight Co.
Harrisonville, MO
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Collect detergent samples from production lines for analysis-viscosity, enzymes, and oxygen content using auto-titration, viscometer, and HPLC
- Analysis of bulk products used to batch different detergent formulas upon delivery
- Conduct oxygen content analysis of Oxi-clean products every other hour
- Data entry
Bio-Lab Tech
Nestle Corp
Jonesboro, AR
04.2009 - 12.2014
- Sample prep of finished products and bulk materials for bacterial content-E. coli, Lysteria, Staph, and Salmonella
- Prepare nutrient agar for petri dishes used for incubation
- Record bacterial counts of daily finished products taken from production lines
- Cleaning of containers used for incubation of finished products using an Auto-clave
- Data entry of bacterial counts for review by the FDA
Welder
Trinity Marine
Caruthersville, MO
06.2006 - 04.2008
- Weld barge bays as specified by barge design and company parameters using a flux-core welder
Leadman
Ingram Barge Co.
Paducah, KY
02.1999 - 06.2006
- Manage two deckhands while building 15 barge tows for transport and locking of bulk materials from St. Louis, MO to St. Paul, MN
- Rigging swaps after barge delivery, pick-up, and turn-around
- Train green deckhands
- Daily sanitation of galley and living areas
- Secondary tow guidance for pilots on approach into a lock
- Painting of vessel as specified by the Captain
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12-2013
M.S. - Chemistry
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12-2013
Skills
- Quantitative gravimetric analysis
- Adherence to safety standards
- Standard operating procedures
- Sample analysis preparation
- Proficient in analytical techniques
- Management of chemical stock
- Accurate calibration of instruments
- Data evaluation
- Safety protocols adherence
- Safe chemical handling
- Troubleshooting instruments
- Analytical problem-solving
- Effective time management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Detail-oriented approach
- Proficient in managing multiple tasks
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 3-7 deckhands while building 15-35 barge tows for locking on the Upper Mississippi River or for transport on the Lower Mississippi.
- Completed training in Hazmat Response, Firefighting, Confined Space and High angle rescue as well as answering pages for plant emergencies when needed.
- Collaborated with team of 2 lab techs to change out condensate polisher resin elements, replace mixed bed polisher resin and Activated Carbon used in Carbon Filters.
- Completed quarterly and annual well water sampling for compliance with DNR permits.
Certification
Certified in CPR
Registered Firefighter in the state of Missouri
Trained in Hazmat Response,High Angle & Confined Space Rescue since 2019
Timeline
Chemical Lab Tech
AECI, Inc.
06.2015 - 03.2026
Quality Control Chemist
Church & Dwight Co.
12.2014 - 06.2015
Bio-Lab Tech
Nestle Corp
04.2009 - 12.2014
Welder
Trinity Marine
06.2006 - 04.2008
Leadman
Ingram Barge Co.
02.1999 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Arkansas State University
M.S. - Chemistry
Arkansas State University