Kurt Maneval
Carthage,Missouri
Summary
A very capable and dependable operations professional with solid experience in product testing and quality control. Performed functions required for testing in both electronic R&D laboratory environments and wet chemistry analytical, following written and verbal instructions, and operating temperature chambers as instructed by supervisor. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others. A results-driven contributor with an eye for detail, proves integral in securing the continued success of an organization. Capable of working without supervision.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Technician
Bartlett
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Operated laboratory equipment such as ICP mass spectrometer, NIR, Velp extractor, CDR, flash testing and analytical scales.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
Quality Control Laboratory Analyst
ESM TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
05.2017 - 02.2024
- Over six years experience in an Analytical Lab environment
- Proficient in various test methods and equipment, ranging from analytical scales, microscopes and micrometers to HPLC, FTIR, UV-VIS, NIR and wet lab testing
- Performed bench tests on products that included Hyaluronic Acid Assay, Collagen, sGAG, Calcium Carbonate Assay, Ash testing and Physicals testing
- Maintained Lab environment and equipment per daily cleaning log and performed monthly and quarterly maintenance on all test equipment
Environmental Lab Test Technician
EAGLE PICHER TECHNOLOGIES
01.2001 - 07.2016
- Created and implemented test programs and parameters into computer test systems
- Worked closely with engineering staff to resolve issues with both test systems and/or product
- Followed strict guidelines and procedures and interpreted schematics, blueprints, and procedures
- Set up and tested both manual and automated test systems
- Programmed temperature chambers for environmental testing
- Versed in setting up and performing bench, acceleration, shock, and salt/fog testing
- Part of team to improve process in thermal testing, which resulted in25% decrease in setup time
Contractor
Fed Ex Ground
05.1997 - 05.2001
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Coordinated timely delivery of materials and resources to job sites, preventing delays in project timelines.
- Established long-term relationships with clients, resulting in increased repeat business.
- Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
Education
B.S. - History
MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE COLLEGE
Joplin, MissouriSkills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Sample preparation
- Microscopy techniques
- Lab result interpretation
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Microbiology techniques
- Safety compliance
- Research and documentation
- Chemical handling
- Hazardous materials handling
- Equipment calibration
- Reagent preparation
- Instrument Calibration
- Materials testing
- Analytical chemistry
- Titration techniques
- Spectrophotometry
- Chromatography techniques
- Assay development
- Ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy
- Infrared spectroscopy
- Laboratory equipment management
- Laboratory safety
- Western blotting
- Laboratory documentation
- Laboratory instrumentation
- Mass spectrometry
- Laboratory techniques
- Positive attitude
- Quality control monitoring
- Laboratory testing
- Documentation and reporting
Certification
- NCRC Silver
- Certified in Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms
- Federal Explosive License/Permit
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- FEDEX GROUND, Joplin, Missouri, Self-Employed Contractor,1997-2001. Owner/Operator of a small parcel delivery route.
- UNITED AUTOMOTIVE DISTRIBUTOR, Carthage, Missouri, Route Driver,1992-1997. Overnight delivery driver for four-state area.
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Bartlett
04.2024 - 11.2024
Quality Control Laboratory Analyst
ESM TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
05.2017 - 02.2024
Environmental Lab Test Technician
EAGLE PICHER TECHNOLOGIES
01.2001 - 07.2016
Contractor
Fed Ex Ground
05.1997 - 05.2001
B.S. - History
MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE COLLEGE
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