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Korinne Lowes
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Summary
Dedicated chemist with a strong foundation in laboratory practices, focusing on quality control procedures and data interpretation techniques. Successfully developed documentation for standard operating procedures, ensuring product safety and consistency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Technician
Carpenter Company
Rochester Hills , MI
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted titrations to determine OH%, NCO%, and water percentages in polyurethane foams and isocyanates, ensuring quality compliance
- Evaluated reaction times of polyurethane and isocyanate for quality assurance, contributing to reliable product performance
- Input all data into correct Excel spreadsheets to see and keep track of trends
- Log and track chemical inventory
- Organize and clean the lab to maintain high standards
- Standardized equipment in the lab to ensure consistent operation and results.
- Solve issues that cause the polyurethane + isocyanate reaction to not need specifications
- Develop foams that meet customer specifications and standards
Research Assistant
Oakland University
Rochester Hills, Michigan
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Assisted faculty with data collection and analysis for academic studies and experiments, contributing to research outcomes.
- Ran GCMS, UV-VIS and HNMR and interpreted the data
- Documented research procedures and maintained precise records of experimental results to support ongoing research efforts.
- Maintained laboratory operations and ensured adherence to established procedures.
- Managed laboratory equipment maintenance and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Learned to operate various laboratory equipment and handle materials safely.
- Learned the proper procedure for using and maintaining a chemical glove box.
Chemist
Paragon Laboratories
Livonia, Mi
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted chemical analyses using advanced laboratory equipment and techniques to determine different properties of petroleum products.
- Maintained laboratory cleanliness and organization, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Calibrated and validated laboratory equipment and instrumentation according to manufacturer recommendations.
- Developed protocols for quality control procedures in order to ensure product safety and consistency.
- Reviewed raw material specifications prior to use in order to ensure they meet required quality standards.
- Documented standard operating procedures for routine laboratory tests, promoting consistency and reliability.
- Investigated contamination causes and variations in test results, identifying root causes to enhance testing accuracy.
Education
Master of Science - Chemistry
Oakland University
Rochester Hills04-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Hanover College
Hanover, IN05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Hanover College
Hanover, IN05-2022
Skills
- Chemical analysis
- Quality control
- Data interpretation
- Equipment calibration
- Operating procedures
- Inventory management
Timeline
Chemist
Paragon Laboratories
06.2024 - Current
Lab Technician
Carpenter Company
01.2023 - 06.2024
Research Assistant
Oakland University
05.2022 - 06.2024
Master of Science - Chemistry
Oakland University
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Hanover College
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Hanover College