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Melanie Griffin

Jonesboro,AR

Summary

Insightful Laboratory Technician brings dedication to excellence and calm demeanor. Team player trained in laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance and inventory management. Supports lab operations with accurate documentation and organized spaces.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Manager

Anderson Engineering Consultants, Inc.
2016.04 - Current
  • Dispatched engineering technicians to job sites
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Generated and distributed reports for clients.
  • Assisted in the laboratory(construction materials testing)
  • Ordered and maintained lab and office supplies

Lab Technician

Arkansas State University
2011.01 - 2015.09
  • Performed quarterly whole effluent toxicity(WET) tests.
  • Maintained organisms used in water/soil testing.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
  • Guided student tours of the laboratory.
  • Trained student workers in the testing procedures and good lab practices.

Lab Analyst

American Interplex
2006.06 - 2009.12
  • Improved lab efficiency by streamlining sample processing and data analysis procedures.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to safety guidelines and promoting best practices among colleagues.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting complex issues by conducting root cause analysis and identifying areas for improvement or corrective action.
  • Trained new team members on laboratory techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols to maintain a high level of productivity.
  • Maintenance of organisms used for water/soil testing.

Histotechnician

Pathology Services Laboratory
2001.08 - 2006.03
  • Stayed current on industry advancements and best practices, incorporating new techniques into daily work processes as appropriate.
  • Collaborated with pathologists to ensure accurate diagnoses, assisting in the examination of tissue samples.
  • Ensured high-quality patient care through precise execution of histotechnician duties and attention to detail, this includes recreating slides for the pathologist's review, gross anatomy, etc.
  • Conducted periodic audits of laboratory practices to identify areas for improvement, leading to increased overall performance rates.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Geology

Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

Arkansas Tech University

Skills

  • Quality Control
  • Instrument Calibration
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Attention to Detail
  • Sample Preparation
  • Quality control monitoring
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Chemical Handling
  • Analytical Thinking

Timeline

Office Manager

Anderson Engineering Consultants, Inc.
2016.04 - Current

Lab Technician

Arkansas State University
2011.01 - 2015.09

Lab Analyst

American Interplex
2006.06 - 2009.12

Histotechnician

Pathology Services Laboratory
2001.08 - 2006.03

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Geology

Arkansas Tech University

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

Arkansas Tech University
Melanie Griffin