Rachel Updegrove
Aberdeen
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instruction and Classroom Technician III
Grays Harbor College
07.2022 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Maintained and managed budgets
- Created Inventory Systems, laboratory SOPs, and Chemical Hygiene Proceedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Streamlined inventory management, ensuring optimal levels of spare parts and materials at all times.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and safety drills for technical team.
Laboratory Assistant 2
Grays Harbor College
12.2020 - 07.2022
- Handled hazardous materials responsibly following proper waste disposal procedures to minimize environmental impact.
- Actively participated in lab safety inspections, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Enhanced lab safety measures by conducting regular equipment maintenance and implementing updated protocols.
- Reduced sample contamination risks through rigorous adherence to proper specimen handling techniques.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Trained new laboratory personnel on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistent performance across team members.
- Managed inventory levels effectively by tracking supply usage and placing orders for required materials before depletion.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
Fish Hatchery Technician
Grays Harbor College
03.2019 - 12.2020
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime.
- Coordinated closely with other departments such as nutritionists and veterinarians for holistic fish care throughout their lifecycle stages within the facility.
- Enhanced biosecurity protocols to reduce the risk of disease outbreaks in the hatchery.
- Managed waste disposal according to environmental regulations, demonstrating commitment to sustainability initiatives within the facility''s operation scope.
- Collaborated with a team of technicians to manage day-to-day responsibilities in the hatchery environment.
- Stayed current on industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure best practices were applied in daily hatchery operations.
Chemistry Laboratory Technician 1
Olympic College
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Managed hazardous waste disposal according to regulations, ensuring compliance and environmental responsibility.
- Contributed to successful project completion by preparing clear reports detailing experimental methodologies and findings.
- Enhanced data accuracy through meticulous calibration of analytical instruments and equipment.
- Supported quality assurance initiatives by performing routine tests on incoming materials and finished products.
- Participated in continuous improvement efforts aimed at optimizing laboratory performance and reducing costs.
- Stayed current with advancements in chemistry techniques through participation in relevant training programs, enhancing overall skills as a Laboratory Technician.
Biology Laboratory Technician 1
Olympic College
09.2013 - 11.2017
- Ensured reliable data collection through careful calibration and maintenance of sensitive laboratory instruments.
- Reduced contamination risks by consistently following proper labelling, storage, and disposal methods for hazardous materials.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to stay informed about current trends in the field, enhancing experiment design and interpretation skills.
- Assisted in the development of new experimental techniques, streamlining processes and improving overall productivity.
- Provided support to fellow technicians by sharing knowledge and best practices in handling laboratory equipment and specimens.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by implementing proper inventory management and organization of samples.
- Educated students on basic laboratory techniques during hands-on training sessions or workshops, fostering an appreciation for biology research among aspiring scientists.
Forestry Intern
Kitsap County Parks
04.2016 - 07.2016
- Contributed to sustainable forestry initiatives by tracking growth rates and harvesting schedules.
- Assisted in reforestation efforts by planting, tending, and monitoring new saplings.
- Assisted researchers in collecting data for long-term studies on topics such as climate change impacts on forests or pest control strategies.
- Developed strong communication skills by regularly presenting findings from fieldwork assignments at meetings with supervisors or other stakeholders.
- Educated community members on the importance of forestry conservation through outreach programs and presentations.
- Supported ecosystem restoration projects, removing invasive species and promoting native flora growth.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively across various tasks such as tree planting, data collection, and community outreach activities.
- Utilized GIS technology to create maps that aided in decision-making processes related to land use planning and resource allocation.
- Conducted soil sampling and analysis to inform strategic decisions about tree planting locations.
- Improved wildlife habitats through the implementation of effective forest management practices.
- Optimized trail maintenance efforts, ensuring safe recreational access for visitors while minimizing environmental impact.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA06-2017
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
Olympic College
Bremerton, WA08-2015
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Written/Verbal communication
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Maintenance and repairs
- Quality control
- OSHA compliance
- Safety Equipment
- Inventory oversight
- Environmental compliance
- Critical thinking
- Cost control
Certification
- Chemical Safety- GHC- 11/12/2024
- Laboratory Safety, GHC- 11/12/2024
- Hazard Communication, GHC - 9/13/2024
- Laboratory Safety/Chemical Hazards, GHC - 9/13/2024
- Preventing Spills, GHC- 06/13/2024
- WA- State small purchases, GHC - 1/3/2020
- Data Security, GHC - 11/6/2023
Timeline
Instruction and Classroom Technician III
Grays Harbor College
07.2022 - Current
Laboratory Assistant 2
Grays Harbor College
12.2020 - 07.2022
Fish Hatchery Technician
Grays Harbor College
03.2019 - 12.2020
Chemistry Laboratory Technician 1
Olympic College
07.2018 - 03.2019
Forestry Intern
Kitsap County Parks
04.2016 - 07.2016
Biology Laboratory Technician 1
Olympic College
09.2013 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Western Washington University
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
Olympic College
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