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Nico Suarez

Boston,MA

Summary

Accomplished Laboratory Technician with a robust background in managing lab operations and ensuring safety at Flagship Lab Services. Demonstrates expertise in hazardous materials handling and critical thinking, enhancing workflow efficiency. Proven track record in training staff and optimizing lab processes, showcasing exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to excellence.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laboratory Technician

Flagship Lab Services
Somerville, USA
10.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated with lab management to ensure all laboratory operation needs are met, including lab safety requirements, bio waste management, satellite waste management, consumable needs, instrument management, and instrument relocation.
  • Responsible for autoclaving reusable glassware and SAB units.
  • Coordinated with UPS and other service vendors for deliveries, shipments, and repairs.
  • Stored samples and cells, and handled all shipping and receiving responsibilities.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on instruments, such as incubators, water baths, and freezers.
  • Handled and maintained laboratory tools and machinery, such as cryo machines, oxygen and nitrogen cylinders, LN2, and CO2 dewars.
  • Kept a record of asset inventory and hazardous manifests.
  • Trained floating and new staff regarding laboratory services.
  • Acted in an on-call capacity when needed to maintain the laboratory during off-hours.

Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

The Millenniums Group/JLL/BMS
Cambridge, USA
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Distributed all packages throughout laboratories in a timely manner.
  • Prepared outgoing shipments and packages.
  • Filled out packaging slips as a record of delivery.
  • Assisted with preparing, packaging, and shipping requested packages per DOT/IATA guidelines.
  • Prepared laboratories decontaminating lab materials.
  • Restocked and supplied materials for laboratories.
  • Oversaw the maintenance and operation of shipping equipment to ensure reliability.
  • Managed inventory levels to optimize shipping and receiving processes.
  • Monitored the movement of materials in the warehouse by utilizing tracking systems.

Mailroom/Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

Colliers International/Joslin Diabetes Center
Boston, USA
04.2019 - 04.2023
  • Led the mailroom and receiving department, fulfilling tasks in a timely manner.
  • Picked up, dropped off, and sent out all mailing correspondence.
  • Retrieved packages from the loading dock and entered the packages into the computer.
  • Delivered packages throughout laboratories and departments throughout the building.
  • Corresponded with all lab managers regarding packages and deliveries.
  • Ensured that all necessary paperwork is completed accurately prior to shipment release.

Education

High School Diploma -

East Boston High School
Boston, MA
06.2017

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Critical thinking proficiency
  • Laboratory documentation
  • Lab equipment maintenance
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Workflow planning
  • Organizational skills

Certification

DOT/IATA

Lab Safety

RCRA

Pathogens

Fire prevention

SAA

Waste Manifest

Timeline

Laboratory Technician

Flagship Lab Services
10.2023 - Current

Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

The Millenniums Group/JLL/BMS
06.2023 - 09.2023

Mailroom/Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

Colliers International/Joslin Diabetes Center
04.2019 - 04.2023

High School Diploma -

East Boston High School
Nico Suarez