Niara Baraka
Wilson,NC
Summary
Experienced in enhancing lab efficiency and safety, demonstrated proficiency in managing numerous projects at Pfizer. Skilled in laboratory testing and customer service, excels in problem-solving and meticulous attention to detail for exceptional quality and service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Defect Lab Analyst
Pfizer
09.2023 - Current
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and ensuring accuracy in results delivery.
- Gathered laboratory samples and read test results to make accurate care decisions.
- 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.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring timely completion of projects and effective communication of results.
Tech Ops 1- Drug Product Mfg.
Pfizer
08.2022 - Current
- Monitor, troubleshoot, perform quality checks on products and document processing steps including manufacturing and packaging.
- Prepare and perform cleanings in accordance with cleaning schedules.
- Perform line clearances and changeovers.
- Prevent delays and/or downtime of equipment.
- Process, inspect, and package commodities through various processing stages.
- Meet all gowning/uniform requirements.
- CDA certification in progress.
- Troubleshoot machinery.
- Inspected final products for defects and flaws using proper QA procedures.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
Mechanical Assembler 2 /Certified Crew Trainer
Collins Aerospace
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Performs inspection of parts, coating, labeling/boxing, and general preparation for shipment.
- Examines parts for cracks, loose connections, faulty bonds, and faulty assembly. (QUALITY EXPERIENCE)
- Records test results in testing log; route products for rework or salvage of usable parts.
- Assembles parts according to blueprint specifications.
- Use simple hand and machine tools.
- Report unsafe practices and/or conditions to the appropriate individuals to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.
- Trained new employees and ensure up to date trainings.
- Ensure flow of work is consistent.
- Support audit preparation.
- Strong discipline to procedures, work instructions, compliance, policies, personal protective equipment, EH&S, and quality cardinal rules.
- Plan and perform a variety of mechanical or electro-mechanical assembly, tests, fabrication, and inspection procedures.
- Back up supervisor when needed.
- Maintained neat and clean work area, clearing debris, organizing parts and keeping spaces open.
- Performed repeated tasks while sitting or standing over extended periods of time.
- Tested finished products for compliance with tolerances and overall quality.
- Collaborated with other line workers and team members to assemble and repair parts.
Veterinarian Assistant/Laboratory Technician
Countryside Animal Hospital
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Maintain sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
- Give medication or immunizations that veterinarians prescribe.
- Assist in collecting blood, urine, and tissue samples.
- Capable to read, understand, and execute instructions in basic laboratory procedures.
- Restrain animals during examinations.
- Feed, bathe, and exercise animals
- Processing blood, fecal, and urine samples through in-house analyzers, preparing and interpreting blood smears, basic cytology, intestinal parasite screens, urinalysis, and milk/urine cultures.
- Preparing and documenting samples for external laboratories, recording all appropriate results in patient electronic medical records, and invoicing of laboratory samples.
- Surgical assistance, assisting doctors when needed.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
Assistant Manager
Sonic Drive Inn
06.2016 - 07.2020
- Recruit, train, hire, and coach over 20 staff members on customer service skills, food and beverage knowledge, sales, and health safety standards.
- Consistently exceeded monthly sales goals by a minimum of 10%.
- Created and implement staff health and safety standards, achieving a score of 97% from the board of health.
- Scheduled shifts for crew members.
- Interviewed and recruited new employees.
- Oversaw day-to-day business operations on the floor.
- Fill in for General Manager in times of absence. (Make executive decisions, hold meetings and provide accountability.)
- Handle complaints from customers.
- Kept track of inventory.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices and operational procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Business & Administration
Edgecombe Community College
Rocky Mount, NC06.2024
High School Diploma -
Fike High School
Wilson, NC06.2017
Skills
- Safety oversight
- Implementation of corrective actions
- Defect tracking and analysis
- Sample preparation
- Quality management protocols
- Problem-solving skills
Certification
- CDA certified - 2022
- Veterinary Assistant Training - 2019
Timeline
Defect Lab Analyst
Pfizer
09.2023 - Current
Tech Ops 1- Drug Product Mfg.
Pfizer
08.2022 - Current
Mechanical Assembler 2 /Certified Crew Trainer
Collins Aerospace
09.2020 - 07.2022
Veterinarian Assistant/Laboratory Technician
Countryside Animal Hospital
09.2019 - 10.2020
Assistant Manager
Sonic Drive Inn
06.2016 - 07.2020
Associate of Science - Business & Administration
Edgecombe Community College
High School Diploma -
Fike High School
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