Salome Rosario
St. Johns River Water Management District
Palatka,Florida
16
years of professional experience
Chemist III analyzing water and metals samples with ICP-MS and supporting adjacent methods and instrument implementation as coverage needs change. Documents quality assurance data, logs samples in LIMS, and carries out routine maintenance and troubleshooting to keep instruments ready for production. Builds consistency in the lab through training support and careful sample handling.
Work History
Chemist III
2 Years 2 Months- Perform ICP-MS analysis for routine metals testing and backfill other analytical work when priorities shift.
- Prepare samples for instrumental testing and maintain consistent sample preparation across daily workloads.
- Document results and apply Good laboratory practices to support reliable reporting.
Chemist II
1 Year 2 Months- Metals analysis and other instrument runs.
- Trained and mentored incoming and current Chemist I staff on lab procedures and daily workflow expectations.
- Applied critical thinking to resolve procedural questions during routine laboratory work.
- Performed instrument maintenance and troubleshooting procedures to support reliable day-to-day analysis.
Chemist I
6 Months- Documented quality assurance data for assigned analyses to support compliance and review readiness.
- Maintained routine instrument maintenance and troubleshooting procedures to keep laboratory equipment operational.
- Distributed sample preservations and recorded sample data accurately across laboratory records.
Quality Assurance Team Lead
8 Months- Communicated quality and safety concerns promptly to the Production Supervisor to support safe, compliant operations.
- Reported equipment maintenance and repair needs promptly to keep production and laboratory assets running reliably.
- Led the team with clear expectations, reinforcing quality standards across daily work and production handoffs.
QC Laboratory Technician
1 Year- Performed color checks on batches and directed pigment adjustments to match customer requirements.
- Documented test results and handled quality assurance documentation to support clear batch traceability.
- Checked finished batches against specification limits and flagged deviations for timely correction.
Industrial Hygienist
1 Year 3 Months- Documented survey results and quality assurance documentation to support accurate workplace hazard reporting.
- Performed sample preparation and Good laboratory practices to maintain reliable industrial hygiene testing.
- Applied critical thinking to identify workplace health hazards and recommend practical sampling approaches.
Environmental Technician
1 Year- Organized facility information and maintained clear records to support safety compliance reviews and enforcement follow-up.
- Prepared quality assurance documentation to strengthen traceability across compliance files and reporting materials.
- Supported sample preparation and handling to maintain orderly processing for environmental compliance work.
Laboratory Assistant (Intern)
3 Months- Assisted the metals department with sample digestion, preparation, and analysis using good laboratory practices.
- Prepared solutions and completed LIMS data entry to support accurate sample tracking and reporting.
- Maintained sample preparation materials and lab readiness to support efficient daily workflow.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Chemistry
Skills
ICP-MS analysis
Metals analysis
Sample preparation
Quality assurance documentation
Method validation
Good laboratory practices
Instrument maintenance
Troubleshooting procedures
LIMS data entry
Instrument implementation
Training and mentoring
Critical thinking
Personal Information
Title: Chemist
Timeline
Chemist III
St. Johns River Water Management District
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
Chemist II
St. Johns River Water Management District
07.2023 - 09.2024Read More
Chemist I
St. Johns River Water Management District
01.2023 - 07.2023Read More
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09.2011 - 09.2012Read More
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02.2011 - 05.2011Read More
Inter-American University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Science from Industrial Chemistry
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