Ravneet Kaur
Torrance,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
QC Microbiology Tech. II
Kite Pharma A Gilead Company
El Segundo, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Performed environmental monitoring of cleanrooms and support review as needed.
- Collected and tested water samples to ensure all sample collected per schedule.
- Performed and reviewed microbiological assays such as Gram Stain, Endotoxin, Sterility, Microbial Identification, Growth Promotion, Bioburden and Plate Reading.
- Data entry/review in LIMS and trend data as needed.
- Routine maintenance of lab equipment and lab spaces.
- Supported how to troubleshoot and remediate non-routine issues.
- Helped maintain a safe work environment by working in accordance with all safety SOPs.
- Scheduled and trained new staff members for QC micro operations.
- Ensured assigned tasks are completed on time, while adhering to operational standards and regulatory requirements
- Additional duties as assigned
- Supported 5S and Lean Lab projects
- Performed huddles and shift updates
- Performed different studies/projects as per management instructions.
- Reduced overall waste in laboratory procedures by implementing cost-effective measures such as efficient material usage and waste disposal methods.
- Scheduled and trained technical staff members.
- Assisted in study of storage of media at room temperatures.
- Assisted in study of using materials up to expiration date.
- Assisted in the Aseptic process validation for manufacturing process.
- Certified in lean six sigma yellow belt.
QC Microbiology Tech. I
Kite Pharma A Gilead Company
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Quality Control microbiological testing for clinical and commercial manufactured product, responsible for product testing, microbial growth promotion testing, utility testing and environmental monitoring
- Environmental monitoring of cleanrooms
- Performing and reviewing Microbial Identification, Growth Promotion, Bioburden and Plate Reading
- Data entry and trend data as needed
- Routine maintenance of lab equipment and lab spaces
- Perform other duties as required.
QC Microbiologist
Sunrider International Manufacturing
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Prepare and sterilize standard microbiological culture media and test samples for microbiological analyses utilizing aseptic techniques
- Perform quality control on samples, media, serial dilutions and targeted microorganisms following SOP’s
- Perform skillfully using all standard microbiological techniques- plating, streaking, pouring, diluting, autoclaving
- Analyze and report lab results, aerobic plate count, yeast and mold, E.coli, Salmonella, P.aeruginosa and S.aureus
- Generate pass/fail decisions per country specs
- Uphold regulations for laboratory safety and clean area mandates.
Biology Tutor
Independent
05.2016 - 11.2020
- Assisted 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade students learn and understand a wide range of Biology concepts in a classroom setting as well as provided one-on-one attention
- Prepared and delivered lectures in a classroom environment
- Learned student’s strengths and taught them how to apply those skills to areas in which they were lacking
- Graded students work in a timely fashion allowing ample time for students to learn the correct information
- Kept grades up to date and kept regular and accurate records of tutoring sessions
- Gathered and distributed materials needed for lessons
- Coordinated tutorial hours in the areas of basic and advanced biology to assist college-level students with their understanding of complex concepts.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology -
Guru Nanak Dev University
Skills
- Proficiency in Outlook, MS Office, PowerPoint
- Knowledge of cGMP and SOP’s
- Extensive experience with laboratory safety and QA/QC procedure
- Adeptness in aseptic technique for bacterial, fungal pathogenic bacteria identification
- Experience in testing cosmetics, environmental and water screening
- Ability to work in clean room environmental
- Capability for handling responsibilities independently
- Proficiency in waste management and maintenance
- High attentiveness to detail and accuracy
- Cell Culturing
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- Aseptic Procedures
Coursework
- Analytical Techniques
- Animal Tissue Culture
- Biochemistry
- Bioprocess Engineering & Technology
- Cell Biology
- General Microbiology
- Immunology
- Molecular Biology
- Plant Tissue Culture
- Lab in Biochemistry & Analytical Techniques
- Lab in General Microbiology
- Lab in Plant Tissue Culture
- Lab in Immunology & Animal Tissue Culture
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
QC Microbiology Tech. II
Kite Pharma A Gilead Company
05.2023 - Current
QC Microbiology Tech. I
Kite Pharma A Gilead Company
11.2021 - 05.2023
QC Microbiologist
Sunrider International Manufacturing
04.2021 - 11.2021
Biology Tutor
Independent
05.2016 - 11.2020
Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology -
Guru Nanak Dev University