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Education
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Nicholas Frez

Charlotte,NC

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Chemist Supervisor

Arcadium Lithium
Bessemer City, NC
12.2023 - Current
  • Supervised laboratory infrastructure operations, ensuring efficient management of daily testing activities to ensure adherence to protocols, and high standards of accuracy.
  • Managed and maintained accurate data entry into the Laboratory Quality Management (LQM) database to release samples for production use.
  • Trained junior staff on routine testing methodologies, promoting a high level of competence and consistency in lab operations.
  • Coordinated cross-functional projects with product development and process optimization teams, aligning stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables to drive operational improvements.

Quality Chemist

Arcadium Lithium
Bessemer City, NC
03.2023 - 12.2023
  • Performed quality control testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and final packaged products to ensure compliance with specifications
  • Operated and maintained advanced analytical instruments, including Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP), Gas Chromatography (GC), and Auto-tiltrotors
  • Ensured timely and accurate documentation of test results in accordance with regulatory and industry standards.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve product quality issues
  • Standardized laboratory equipment and ensured proper calibration and functionality prior to use, contributing to consistent and accurate testing results.

Process Improvement Specialist

Greiner Bio One
Monroe, NC
11.2021 - 02.2023
  • Led complex setups, troubleshooting, and calibrations for electrical, mechanical, and dimensional controls, ensuring precision and operational efficiency.
  • Planned and coordinated internal and external calibration schedules, managing vendor relationships and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Developed and refined calibration procedures (SOPs), driving process improvements and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Diagnosed and resolved equipment malfunctions, implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
  • Ensured compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025 quality standards.
  • Managed and maintained the CAQ (Computer-Aided Quality) inspection system, streamlining data accuracy and reporting for quality assurance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hil
Chapel Hill, NC
11-2020

Certification

  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
  • Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP)
  • Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (OSHA HAZWOPER)

Timeline

Quality Chemist Supervisor

Arcadium Lithium
12.2023 - Current

Quality Chemist

Arcadium Lithium
03.2023 - 12.2023

Process Improvement Specialist

Greiner Bio One
11.2021 - 02.2023

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hil

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