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Rachel Irvin

Edinburg,VA

Summary

Organized and Dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Can work well independently and in team environments. Applies great attention to detail and critical thinking. Seeking to utilize excellent time management and problem solving skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Control Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Middletown, VA
07.2022 - Current
  • Performs analytical, functional, stress, and value assignment testing on Abbott and Siemens Hematology products.
  • Direct and Indirect Coombs testing for Blood Bank Salines.
  • Assists in conducting analytical tests for a diverse product portfolio.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for process optimization within the laboratory setting.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards through diligent monitoring of test results and documentation.
  • Removed waste by implementing efficient use of resources in laboratory processes.
  • Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge, best practices, and improving team performance as a whole.
  • Enhanced lab efficiency by maintaining and calibrating equipment regularly.
  • Reported problems and concerns to management.
  • Conducted investigations into questionable test results to determine root cause.

Restaurant Server

Texas Roadhouse
Harrisonburg, VA
02.2021 - 06.2022
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Efficiently resetting and cleaning tables to promote quick turnaround and enhance guest flow.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing queries, suggesting products, and maintaining precise order details across several table sections.

Education

Bachelor of Science: Chemistry

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05-2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
  • SAP and MasterControl
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Sample Preparation
  • GMP/GDP/ISO Requirements
  • Instrument Maintenance, Operation, Calibration, and Troubleshooting
  • Lean Six Sigma/PPI
  • High Work Ethic and Determination to Performance
  • Quality Control Knowledge
  • Attention to Detail and Organized
  • Data Entry
  • Note taking

Certification

  • SDG Lean Academy Certificate of Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt- January 2024
  • JDI of the Month at SDG Thermo Fisher Middletown Site for January 2024- 5s'd the Hematology Department in the QC Lab.

Affiliations

  • Volunteering with the Community Action Council at Middletown

Worked alongside Special Love Mar 2023 Aug 2023

  • Practical Process Improvement (PPI) Ambassador- May 2023

Timeline

Quality Control Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
07.2022 - Current

Restaurant Server

Texas Roadhouse
02.2021 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science: Chemistry

James Madison University

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