Kimberly L. Ytuarte
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Professional scientist prepared for impactful contributions in microbiology. Skilled in microbial analysis, laboratory techniques, and data interpretation. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable performance under changing conditions. Known for critical thinking, precision, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST
VIATRIS/DPT LABORITORIES
11.2022 - 04.2025
- Initiate, document, and perform microbiological analysis on received test samples.
- Ensure timely testing of chemical components, bulk products, finished products and special request items to support projected release dates.
- Recover and identify microbial isolates from test materials.
- Follow GMP, GLP, USP/EP.
- Ensure availability of general and specialized microbiological test media.
MICROBIOLOGIST
FOOD SAFETY NET SERVICE (FSNS)
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Perform analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmentals
- Prepare and analyze samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries
- Apply aseptic/microbiological techniques in daily workload
- Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and equipment quality control.
- Responsible for training, directing work activities and monitoring performance
- Perform the application and evaluation of approved microbiological techniques and methodologies.
- Assist with managing priorities and schedules, such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved
- Assist in quality duties by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, and running media controls.
DAIRY/FROZEN MANAGER
NATURAL GROCERS
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Managed Dairy and Frozen departments, ensuring fully stocked, clean, and profitable sections.
- Trained and supervised staff, supported hiring, and coordinated cross-training with other departments.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, handled special orders, returns, and resolved complaints.
- Controlled inventory, shrink, and COGS; utilized SAP and BEx for reporting and purchasing decisions.
- Oversaw merchandising, store operations, and opening/closing procedures, including cash handling.
CASHIER/CUSTOMER SERVICE
NATURAL GROCERS
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided friendly, efficient service by assisting customers, processing sales, and maintaining a clean, organized environment.
- Supported daily store operations including stocking, facing, produce upkeep, and register balancing.
- Ensured product quality and freshness, performed price audits, and maintained store cleanliness.
- Collaborated with team members across departments to meet shifting priorities and customer needs.
- Developed strong communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced setting.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Biomedical Science
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY- KINGSVILLE
12.2018
Skills
- Business Explorer (Bex)
- Research and experiments
- Laboratory techniques
- Data accuracy
- Time management skills
- Attention to detail
Languages
English
Timeline
ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST
VIATRIS/DPT LABORITORIES
11.2022 - 04.2025
MICROBIOLOGIST
FOOD SAFETY NET SERVICE (FSNS)
03.2021 - 11.2022
DAIRY/FROZEN MANAGER
NATURAL GROCERS
02.2020 - 07.2021
CASHIER/CUSTOMER SERVICE
NATURAL GROCERS
04.2019 - 02.2020
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Biomedical Science
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY- KINGSVILLE