Matt Gaines
Trenton,OH
Summary
Lab chemist with years of experience doing both wet and dry chemistry using a variety of instruments and methods. Excellent reputation for resolving problems with critical thinking, improving customer satisfaction, driving overall operational improvements and maintaining ISO 9001 standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Inspector
Webb Property Inspections
03.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of residential properties to identify structural, electrical, plumbing and other issues in accordance with the ASHI standards of practice.
- Prepared detailed inspection reports outlining findings and recommendations for homeowners.
- Collaborated with real estate agents to facilitate smooth transactions during property sales.
Assistant Lab Technician
Shepherd Color
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Maintain a high standard of work quality and quantity everyday
- Assist in managing plant inventory and deciding which lots customers will receive
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Developed and implemented new protocols to improve accuracy of laboratory results.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Kept abreast of current industry, scientific and regulatory developments and issues.
- Maintain ISO 9001 standards in the lab
Apprentice Lab Technician
Shepherd Color Company
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Developed and implemented new protocols to improve accuracy of laboratory results.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Kept abreast of current industry, scientific and regulatory developments and issues.
- Maintain ISO 9001 standards in the lab
Quality and Service Chemist
Quaker Houghton
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Operated specialized scientific equipment and performed complex procedures to execute high-level analytical testing tasks.
- Performed preventive maintenance and calibrated equipment to keep laboratory in compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
- Analyzed lab test findings to monitor quality and provide reports for steel industry customers.
- Maintained analytical instrumentation and laboratory equipment to maximize availability and functionality.
- Performed standard and proprietary physical testing and chemical analysis of raw chemical materials and finished products.
- Generated technical reports and other documentation to record analytical test results and conclusions.
- Cleaned and organized laboratory and kept supplies well-stocked to save time, money and promote laboratory efficiency.
- Leveraged computerized management system and labeling process to conduct inventory of reagents, chemicals and supplies.
- Resolved routine issues and escalated non-standard or critical issues to management for corrective action.
- Contributed to team discussions and new project initiatives to advance progress and optimize profitability.
QA Intern
Quaker Chemical Corp.
07.2014 - 07.2018
- Worked extensively with plant's main computer system to configure critical production systems and ensure timely production.
- Analyzed production processes and worked to reduce cost by increasing efficiency.
- Implemented ISO 9000 quality systems, defining business practices, leading to certification and better business practices.
- Assured consistent quality of production by implementing and enforcing automated practice systems.
- Recorded, analyzed and distributed statistical information.
- Worked regularly with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Theatre Usher
Springdale 18 Cinema De Lux
05.2011 - 05.2013
- Assisted patrons with seating by giving directions and lighting paths.
- Greeted customers with smile and provided friendly, knowledgeable service.
- Reviewed tickets for authenticity and applicability to particular event.
- Refused admittance to patrons on basis of lack of ticket possession.
- Interacted with dozens of customers per day.
Education
No Degree - Chemistry
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OHCompTIA A+ Cerification - Information Technology
Butler Technology And Career Development Schools
Hamilton, OH12.2020
High School Diploma -
Northwest High School
Cincinnati, Ohio05.2013
Skills
- Sewer Scope
- Technical Writing
- Home Inspection SOPs
- Lead Paint Testing
- Water Quality Testing
- GC
- Karl-Fischer
- FTIR
- Oxford X-ray Spectrometer
- Mettler-Toledo Autotitrator
- Great Communication
- Process Improvement
- Data Analysis
- Lab hardware expertise
- Equipment/Production Troubleshooting
- ISO 9001
- Multitasking/Time Management
Certification
- CompTIA A+ Technician
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Home Inspector
Webb Property Inspections
03.2025 - Current
Assistant Lab Technician
Shepherd Color
10.2023 - 03.2025
Apprentice Lab Technician
Shepherd Color Company
08.2022 - 10.2023
Quality and Service Chemist
Quaker Houghton
07.2018 - 08.2022
QA Intern
Quaker Chemical Corp.
07.2014 - 07.2018
Theatre Usher
Springdale 18 Cinema De Lux
05.2011 - 05.2013
No Degree - Chemistry
University of Cincinnati
CompTIA A+ Cerification - Information Technology
Butler Technology And Career Development Schools
High School Diploma -
Northwest High School
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