Bilingual analytical chemist with extensive experience in utilizing various analytical techniques. Expertise in performing assays and troubleshooting issues. Recognized for delivering accurate results and maintaining excellence. Known for superior quality assurance and meticulousness in recording results. Proficient in wet chemistry, SiH Analysis, and foam processes. Seeking to join a new organization to collaborate with professionals and contribute to team success.
Hi, I’m
Leah Nottingham
Parkersburg,WV
Summary
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Momentive Performance MaterialsFriendly, WV
Quality Control Analytical Chemist
04.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Develop QC analytical methods to meet the needs of the business
- Facilitate root-cause analysis investigations
- Perform over 30 gage R&R studies
- Manage and update methods for over 400 products and Raw Materials
- Perform analyses to qualify new raw materials and/or raw material suppliers
- Develop analytical methods and perform analyses to characterize new materials and products
- Develop and validate new and/or improved QC test methods to support products
- Perform analyses required for Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure analytical equipment is calibrated and maintained
- Perform analytical testing on samples to ensure that the facility is operating within compliance
- Assist laboratory technician and supervisor with complex analytical testing
- Collaborate with various sites globally to assist them in developing new methods and equipment integration
- Work closely with R&D Chemists to develop new products for customer needs.
- Troubleshot equipment adjustments to meet and maintain safety, output and quality expectations.
Momentive Performance MaterialsFriendly, WV
Research and Development Chemist
05.2022 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Assist the engineers with troubleshooting and recovering products while in process resulting in a value of $825k
- Develop new emulsion formulations and polyurethane additives to meet customer's needs
- Qualify and study new raw materials alternatives
- Generate and maintain appropriate data and recordkeeping while using laboratory notebooks and computer word processing or spreadsheet software programs
- Perform laboratory experiments, chemical syntheses, preparations of polyurethane foams
- Proactively contributes to the departments and site's Environmental Health and Safety goals and demonstrates strong EHS values and laboratory housekeeping practices
- Assists with project coordination and special assignments as necessary to assure timely completion of testing in accord with existing timelines
- Demonstrates strong teamwork characteristics in working with other technicians and professionals
- Familiarity with FDA and TSCA requirements.
St Marys Veterinary ClinicSt Mary's
Veterinary Technician
01.2019 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Key member of the hospital team, supported veterinarians during exams, and ensured the safety of pets, clients, and team members while providing continuous, high-quality veterinary care
- Provide care to injured, ill, and recovering animal patients
- Administer anesthesia, vaccinations, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
- Perform diagnostic laboratory testing, including blood counts and cultures, and take X-rays
- Communicate with pet owners about an animal's condition and care.
Education
Tyler Consolidated High SchoolSistersville, WV
High School Diploma
05.2019
University Overview
GPA: 4.0
Purdue University GlobalWest Lafayette, IN
Bachelor of Science
07.2023
University Overview
GPA: 3.8
Purdue University GlobalWest Lafayette, IN
Master of Science from Statistics And Data Science
05.2024
University Overview
GPA: 3.8
Purdue UniversityWest Lafayette, IN
Ph.D. from Analytical Chemistry
05.2026
University Overview
GPA: 4.0
Skills
- ISO 9001 manufacturing standards
- Microsoft Applications Proficient
- FDA, Kosher, and EPA regulatory knowledge
- Minitab Application Proficient
- SAP Application Proficient
- Organic/Process Chemistry
- Project Management
- Chemical Engineering
- Data Entry
- Laboratory Management
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
- AEST Agricultural Communications Certified
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Process Chemistry
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Root-Cause Analysis
- Leading a team
- Project Management
- Microbiology and Biomedical applications
- Public Health
- Research and Development
- New Product Implementation (NPI)
- Data Entry and interpretation
- Excellent Communication
- Detail-oriented
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
- National Honors Society
- National Art Honors Society
- Red Cross CPR Certified
Personal Information
Personal Information
Title: Quality Control Analytical ChemistLanguages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Quality Control Analytical Chemist
Momentive Performance Materials
04.2024 - Current
Research and Development Chemist
Momentive Performance Materials
05.2022 - 04.2024
Veterinary Technician
St Marys Veterinary Clinic
01.2019 - 01.2021
Tyler Consolidated High School
High School Diploma
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science
Purdue University Global
Master of Science from Statistics And Data Science
Purdue University
Ph.D. from Analytical Chemistry