Michael Williams
North Royalton,OHIO
Summary
Methodical professional with an organized approach and good multitasking skills. Experienced in decontaminating, sterilizing and testing medical instruments. Friendly and positive team player with good planning and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemistry Technician
Quaker Houghton
Cleveland, OH
09.2023 - Current
- Evaluated product performance by conducting tests such as functional testing, stress testing, and burn-in testing.
- Developed corrective action plans when needed to resolve quality issues.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding product quality in a timely manner.
- Provided feedback on existing processes in order to develop more efficient methods of performing tasks while still meeting required quality standards.
- Conducted tests on product samples and recorded results.
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts.
- Provided lab staff with samples for testing to check quality and safety of finished products.
- Produced thorough reports detailing findings and proposed recommendations.
- Calibrated, validated or maintained laboratory equipment.
- Maintained lab cleanliness and safety standards.
- Identified and troubleshot equipment problems.
Sterile Processing Technician
Mercy Health Hospital
Lorian , OH
09.2023 - Current
- Sorted incompatible sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment.
- Placed orders and restocked supplies for decontamination area.
- Recorded sterilizer test results in job-related software.
- Conducted daily rounds to collect equipment for processing and distributed equipment throughout facility to maintain required levels.
- Operated sterilizers, aerators and washers to disinfect and sterilize respirators and hospital beds.
- Installed and set up medical equipment with necessary hand tools.
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
Quality Control Technician
RPM International Inc.
Medina, OH
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Perom daily, weekly, monthly, and annual batch testing activities per product and procedural requirements
- Perform periodic calibrations of lab and paint equipment
- Participate in the development of quality specifications for raw materials, fished products or substitute materials
- Support ISO quality system by understanding quality expectations, work instructions, and completing proper quality documentation
- Communicate with other departments about the status of quality material
- Perform first piece inspections on finished products
- ISO knowledge
- Knowledge of lab testing and extrusion/mixing raw materials preferred
- Re-testing boxes of material on QC hold
- This process involves the lab tech lifting boxes and spools of EnerEDGE which cam weigh between 25-50lbs
- Instruments and Techniques used: Viscosity, Gallon weight, draw down method, PH, Rubber test, V.O.C, Alumni reflected test, Raw material test, Latex.
Chemistry Lab Technician
BASF
Elyria, OH
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Assessed quality and integrity of products against specifications
- Documented test results, compiled data and reported on findings to supervisor
- Completed analyses of solids, liquids and gaseous materials to assess nature and reactivity
- Collaborated with scientists and engineers to coordinate work and determine solutions
- Documented experiment findings in technical lab reports and data graphs
- Instrumentation and Techniques used: Varian ICP OES,ICP-OES LOI, LOD, Chemi, XRF, XRD, SA (Tristar and Monosorb), Density (He and Particle), LABD, PABD, CBD, Filtration, Attrition, HF Digestions, Rotap, C%-S% (LECO), Pore volume determinations, Titrations (VELP), KF, IC
- Collected samples from production batches to test for impurities or issues
- Set up and maintained laboratory instruments using troubleshooting and correction of malfunctioning equipment
- Conducted sampling programs to analyze quality standards of raw materials, chemical intermediates and products
- Executed tests and experiments using chromatography
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others
- Delivered products to customer locations on time
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Pathology Lab Assistant
University Hospitals
Cleveland, OH
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintained compliance with laboratory, company and legal regulations
- Isolated, identified, typed and grouped bacteria and fungi present in bodily fluids, autopsies, skin scrapings and surgical specimens
- Received specimens and reviewed for quality, labeling and accessioning, Promoted and enforced compliance with regulatory agencies
- Evaluated test system performance and corrected issues to address underperformance
- Maintained and calibrated lab instruments and equipment to streamline use
- Applied established policies and procedures to performed assays of biological specimens
- Completed routine sample processing, validations and reagent QC runs
- Identified and reported issues affecting test performance
- Prepared, stained, cover slipped and catalogued cytology specimens
- Conducted analysis using microscope or test equipment to detect diseases or irregularities
- Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens
- Recorded test or medical data for reports using narratives, charts or graphs
- Used microscope to examine cells stained with dye to identify anomalies
- Inoculated bacteriological material with test organisms
- Obtained serum or viral swab samples for analysis
- Collected blood or tissue samples from patients for lab work
- Tested raw materials to determine quality and characteristics of substance
- Performed complete blood counts using automated hematology analyzer
- Prepared standard solutions to combine with samples according to formulas or procedures
- Cleaned and calibrated laboratory equipment
- Cut, stained and mounted samples for assessment by pathologist.
Lab Technician
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications
- Managed laboratory supplies and equipment, providing maximum output to meet data deadlines
- Performed daily housekeeping tasks driving efficient laboratory operations
- Supported cleanliness and health standards to foster safe and effective sample analysis
- Assisted engineers in addressing failure modes using test methods
- Prepared specimens and forms for transport to outside laboratories
- Collected and organized data to perform data analysis and prepare technical reports
- Researched and developed recommendations to resolve process, department and related customer issues
- Attended lab meetings to participate in research discussions
- Collected clinical and forensic data, contributing to high-quality knowledge database
- Used time management and adaptability skills to prioritize and run multiple tests
- Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment
- Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions
- Performed routine checks on sensitive lab equipment to achieve consistent and high-performing functionality
- Processed hematology and chemistry samples
- Compiled field observations and converted into data to prepare for experiments and tests
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances
- Analyzed experimental results and determined whether results fit within standard procedures
- Used scientific method to assist colleagues and supervisors with experiments.
Funeral Assistant
Busch Funeral Home
Cleveland, OH
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Offered administrative expertise in managing funeral home operations
- Organized chapels for visitations and maintained calm and orderly atmosphere
- Consulted with families of deceased to make funeral arrangements
- Communicated with funeral attendees to provide information and facilitate organized services
- Removed deceased from place of death and transported to funeral home
- Led and directed funeral and graveside services.
Crime Scene Technician
Bio-One Trauma Response Team
Dayton, OH
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Mitigated risk, accurately analyzing and evaluating criminal information while processing crime scenes
- Used crime scene equipment to identify, collect, forensically examine and preserve physical evidence
- Reviewed bloodstain patterns to determine bloodshed event details
- Kept accurate records of evidence collected at crime scenes
- Operated photographic and video equipment to document evidence of crime scenes
- Analyzed samples, including body fluids, glass, paint, hair and drugs
- Coronavirus cleaning and disinfection of contaminated areas
- Suicide cleanup
- Medical waste disposal
- Emergency vehicle decontamination
- Teargas cleanup.
Juvenile Detention Officer
Montgomery County Juvenile Court
Dayton, OH
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Secured entrances from unauthorized individuals during routine operations and prevented exits during emergency situations
- Detected and reported criminal acts to appropriate law enforcement agencies for resolution
- Collaborated with probation officers, school representatives and other key individuals in community to support adolescents and their families
- Completed daily reports
- Followed medical orders and dispensed medications, when needed
- Observed and recorded progress of each juvenile offender
- Patrolled correctional facility to ensure it's clean, secure and maintained
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities
- Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
Education
Master of Science in Forensic Psychology -
Walden University
02.2022
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice -
Central State University
Skills
- Technical Support
- Data Assessments
- Reporting and Documentation Personnel Training
- Laboratory Testing
- Equipment Sterilization
- Organizational Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Microsoft Office
- PPE Use
- First Aid/CPR
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Resolution
- Calibration Standards
- Product Sampling
- Measurement Tools
- Chemical Handling
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician, 200 + hours classroom and clinical / 2 years of lab experience
- Forklift Certified
- Hazcom (Hazard Communication)
- Regulated Medical Waste
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Crime scene tech certification
- Biohazard
- SURG Accessioning Comp Problem solving (University Hospitals)
Accomplishments
- Army R.O.T.C
- Created highly effective new program that significantly impacted efficiency and improved operations.
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Recognized as Employee of the United States Army for outstanding performance and team contributions.
- Required to lead 40+ peers.
- Assisted in leading staff meetings
- Helped to facilitate programs and activities
- ROTC Recruitment team.
- ROTC Color guard.
- Air Force ROTC Arnold Air Society, Wright State
Activities
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.
- Member, Small Business Association (2020 - Currently)
- Member, Walden University Alumni Association
- First International fraternal organization founded on the campus of a historically black college.
Timeline
Chemistry Technician
Quaker Houghton
09.2023 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Mercy Health Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Quality Control Technician
RPM International Inc.
03.2023 - 08.2023
Chemistry Lab Technician
BASF
02.2022 - 03.2023
Pathology Lab Assistant
University Hospitals
05.2021 - 03.2022
Lab Technician
Cleveland Clinic
12.2020 - 04.2021
Funeral Assistant
Busch Funeral Home
07.2020 - 11.2020
Crime Scene Technician
Bio-One Trauma Response Team
03.2019 - 06.2019
Juvenile Detention Officer
Montgomery County Juvenile Court
01.2018 - 05.2018
Master of Science in Forensic Psychology -
Walden University
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice -
Central State University
- Emergency Medical Technician, 200 + hours classroom and clinical / 2 years of lab experience
- Forklift Certified
- Hazcom (Hazard Communication)
- Regulated Medical Waste
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Crime scene tech certification
- Biohazard
- SURG Accessioning Comp Problem solving (University Hospitals)
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