Megan Brockhaus
Citrus Heights,CA
Summary
Dynamic laboratory professional with extensive experience in quality control and analytical testing. Proven track record in training staff and enhancing product quality through effective R&D involvement, ensuring compliance with industry standards and improving operational efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Coordinator/ Quality Control Technician
Immuno Concepts
Rancho Cordova, CA
05.2020 - 07.2026
- Trained and performed manufacturing and quality control laboratory testing.
- Operated, serviced and interpreted results for slide assays with fluorescent and light microscopes and associated autopipette instruments.
- Operated, serviced and interpreted results for ELISA assays.
- Coordinated daily lab activities and lab meetings to ensure smooth operations.
- Supported Technical Support inquiries and engaged in Research and Development projects to enhance product quality.
Senior Chemist
Community Fuels
Stockton, CA
10.2012 - 08.2016
- Maintained and managed daily lab functions to ensure operational efficiency.
- Operated, serviced and interpreted results for instruments such as PE Clarus 500 GC with both Headspace and single injector auto samplers, Antek 9000 HS Sulfur Analyzer, Mettler Coulometric and Potentiometric Karl Fischer, Optima 2100 DV ICP (Na, K, Mg, Ca, P, S analyzer), 873 Biodiesel Rancimat for Oxidation Stability, DM45 Delta Range Digital Density, and FTNIR.
- Executed cGLP compliance for ASTM and EU methods, ensuring quality evaluation of raw materials and biodiesel.
- Produced R&D batches of biodiesel from various feedstock oils, contributing to product development.
In Process Quality Control Associate Chemist
AMPAC Fine Chemicals
Rancho Cordova, CA
02.2012 - 08.2012
- Chemical analysis using HPLC, GC, UPLC, FTIR, and NMR.
- Analyzed in-process chemical compounds for reaction completion, purity, loss on drying, and water content to ensure quality standards.
- Developed reports according to cGLP and cGMP guidelines to maintain compliance and support quality assurance.
- Analyzed and reported data for various procedures, contributing to accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.
- Extensive training with hazardous materials.
- Completed contract assignments
Quality Control Chemist
Cosmetic Technologies
Newbury Park, CA
03.2009 - 02.2012
- Conducted chemical and product analyses using various instruments, ensuring quality and stability of all products.
- Wrote regulatory paperwork and technical reports, including OTC Annual Reviews and Process Validations, ensuring compliance with FDA requirements.
- Performed microbiological tests and maintained instruments, including calibration management for optimal performance.
- Trained in laboratory procedures, protocols, and were familiar with reading and analyzing data.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Minor in Chemistry
California State University, Channel Islands
Camarillo, CASkills
- ELISA testing
- Slide assay testing
- Immunological techniques
- Analytical testing
- Quality control procedures
- Microbiological plating techniques (Letheen broth, TSA, PDA)
- Biochemical assays
- Cell culture techniques
- Cytogenetic analysis
- Immunohistochemistry
- Wet chemistry procedures
- Tissue microtomy techniques
- Sample preparation
- Agilent HPLC proficiency
- Agilent gas chromatography expertise
- Waters ACQUITY UPLC training
- FTIR and FT-NIR analysis
- NMR operation (JEOL and Varian)
- Karl Fischer titration methods
- Mass spectrometry
- Instrument troubleshooting
- PH meter and electrode training
- Laboratory documentation
- Laboratory safety protocols
- SOP training
- R&D execution
- Laboratory work supervision
- Biomedical device testing
- Cosmetic product testing
- Petroleum product analysis
- Pesticide residue analysis
- Staff management
- MS Office proficiency
- Clinical chemistry
- Biomedical device testing
- Petroleum product analysis
Timeline
Lab Coordinator/ Quality Control Technician
Immuno Concepts
05.2020 - 07.2026
Senior Chemist
Community Fuels
10.2012 - 08.2016
In Process Quality Control Associate Chemist
AMPAC Fine Chemicals
02.2012 - 08.2012
Quality Control Chemist
Cosmetic Technologies
03.2009 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Minor in Chemistry
California State University, Channel Islands