Michael Guilford
Standish,ME
Summary
Skilled and dependable Lab Technician with experience in quality testing, equipment inspection, and supply management. Recognized for attention to detail, problem-solving, and maintaining reliable lab performance. Committed to accurate testing and strong compliance standards.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Technician
HP Hood LLC
Portland, Maine
12.1988 - Current
- Performed routine quality tests on HP Hood dairy samples in plant lab.
- Performed quality control tests on incoming and outgoing materials to ensure safety standards were met.
- Calibrated lab instruments according to HP Hood quality procedures.
- Followed GMP and HACCP standards during daily Hood lab operations.
- Recorded test results in quality logs and batch documentation.
- Monitored and maintained laboratory equipment such as pipettes, thermometers and microscopes.
- Performed regular inspections on all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Identified and fixed issues with lab equipment to achieve more accurate lab results.
- Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment.
- Ordered laboratory supplies to ensure consistent availability.
- Oversaw lab equipment stock and placed orders to expand inventory.
- Communicated sample concerns to production teams and quality supervisors.
- Weighed and diluted samples for analysis.
- Provided technical guidance and training to new lab technicians.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oxford Hills
South Paris, ME06-1984
Skills
- Quality control testing
- GMP compliance
- HACCP procedures
- Laboratory testing
- Laboratory analysis
- Sample preparation
- Instrument calibration
- Sample handling
- Laboratory inventory
- Stock monitoring
- Inventory control
- Data management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Lab Technician
HP Hood LLC
12.1988 - Current
High School Diploma -
Oxford Hills