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SAIVASAN MOHAN

Texas City,Texas

Summary

Seasoned Chemist with a proven track record at AmSpec LLC, showcasing expertise in analytical chemistry and R&D. Excelled in fast-paced environments, demonstrating rapid adaptability and strong team collaboration. Achieved significant improvements in lab processes and data reliability through advanced troubleshooting and lab equipment calibration.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Crude Assay Chemist II

AmSpec LLC
Pasadena, TX
12.2021 - Current
  • Official Chemist and Lab Technician trainer for newly hired staff in the Crude Assay department
  • Performed chemical experiments to develop new products and processes for various industries
  • Conducted laboratory tests to analyze the properties of compounds, such as pH levels, solubility, and boiling points
  • Analyzed data from laboratory experiments using statistical methods to verify accuracy and reliability of results
  • Operated sophisticated analytical instruments such as mass spectrometers, chromatographs, calorimeters, viscometers, refractometers, titrators, spectrophotometers
  • Reviewed raw samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations and viscosities
  • Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions
  • Provided guidance and training on proper handling techniques for hazardous chemicals or materials used in laboratory settings
  • Tested product material specifications prior to use in order to ensure they meet required quality standards
  • Conducted onboarding sessions to orientate new staff members about company policies and procedures
  • Performed laboratory testing following ASTM methods on petroleum crude oil, light and middle distillates, gas oils, and residual tower bottoms to determine chemical and physical characteristics
  • Proficient with ASTM and UOP test methods: Vapor pressure (D5191, D323, D6377), API (D5002, D4052), Sulfur (D2622, D4294, D5453), Acid Number (D664), Total Nitrogen (D4629, D5762), Basic Nitrogen (UOP163), K Factor (UOP375), FIA (D1319), HPLC (D6591), SimDis (D7169, D2887), Detail Hydrocarbon Analysis (D7900, D6730, D5134)
  • Has experience using and performing basic troubleshooting for the following instruments: Sulfur (Bruker/Sindie/Horiba), Total Nitrogen and Sulfur (Antek, MultiTek), Titrations (Mettler Toledo), Cold Properties (Phase Analyzer), Metals (ICP, AA)
  • (UOP269), Viscosity (D445, D341), Cold Properties (D2386, D2500, D97, D5972, D5773, D5949), Metals (D5863, D5708), Micro Carbon (D4530), Flash Point (D93, D92), Smoke Point (D1322), Water (D4928, D1796, D4007), Saybolt Color (D1500,D156), Aniline Point (D611), Salt (D3230), TAN(D3227),Acid Number (D8045), Cetane Index (D4737), Organic Chloride (D4929c), Acid number(D8045), Distillation (D86, D1160).

Analytical Chemist

A&B LABS
Houston, TX
12.2021 - 11.2022
  • Preparing and analyzing environmental waste water, soil and other liquid samples as per ASTM, TCEQ discipline methods and A& B labs standard operating procedures (SOP'S) from various analytical techniques
  • Ensuring operation of analytical equipment by calibrating equipment, performing preventive Maintenance procedure and troubleshooting equipment
  • Technical proficiency with GC-FID
  • Troubleshoot and maintain test instruments, and procedures to ensure the highest level of accuracy and reliability
  • Preparing standards and reagents as per SOP requirements
  • Responsible for solving environmental issues by developing process on pilot level by with applying chemical and Environmental Engineering concepts
  • Entering the data in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management systsem) along with documenting all lab activities and maintaining logbooks and record books
  • Excels at interpersonal communication and able to form effective relationships across departments
  • Conducted laboratory tests to analyze the properties of compounds, such as pH levels, solubility, and boiling points
  • Analyzed data from laboratory experiments using statistical methods to verify accuracy and reliability of results.

Production Manager

COUNCEL OF SCIENTIFIC AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE
06.2016 - 06.2020
  • Responsible for assisting the manufacturing supervisor and technician in technical and administrative tasks
  • Assisting manufacturing supervision with shop loading, monitoring program schedules, assisting project managers and shop supervisors with work kit preparation, handling day to day administrative tasks in the division, acting as liaison between production control and manufacturing, ensuring that all the raw materials are stocked in appropriate quantities, availing the workers and technicians with required machineries and Equipments and performing several other tasks as required.

Education

M.Tech In CHEMICAL ENGINEERING -

SRM University
06.2015

B.Tech In Chemical Engineering -

ANNA University, India
06.2012

Honor Diploma In Computer Application(HDCA) -

CSC EDUCATION
06.2007

Skills

  • Fast learning skill and easy adaptability with different working environments
  • Good team player
  • MS Office
  • Autocad
  • Troubleshooting and analysis
  • Lab equipment calibration
  • Research and Development
  • Analytical chemistry
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Computational chemistry
  • Data Interpretation

Certification

  • OSHA 10 (UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA)
  • TWIC CARD

Languages

English
Full Professional
Tamil
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional
MALAYALAM
Professional

Timeline

Crude Assay Chemist II

AmSpec LLC
12.2021 - Current

Analytical Chemist

A&B LABS
12.2021 - 11.2022

Production Manager

COUNCEL OF SCIENTIFIC AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE
06.2016 - 06.2020
  • OSHA 10 (UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA)
  • TWIC CARD

M.Tech In CHEMICAL ENGINEERING -

SRM University

B.Tech In Chemical Engineering -

ANNA University, India

Honor Diploma In Computer Application(HDCA) -

CSC EDUCATION
SAIVASAN MOHAN