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Scott Schneider

Lincoln,NE

Summary

Training Manager motivated to improve organization and employee performance by creating an environment of mutual respect, trust, consensus-building and accountability. Exceptional talent delivering multi-modal training across functions to improve knowledge and performance.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training Manager

Neogen
02.2023 - 08.2024
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive training program including technical training for nearly 100 individuals in 3 departments.
  • Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Directed training programs and development paths for managers and supervisors.
  • Selected and assigned instructors to conduct specific training programs.
  • Researched and obtained relevant course materials to achieve training objectives.
  • Analyzed effectiveness of training programs at all levels and recommended updates.
  • Implemented new learning strategies depending upon employees' skill levels.
  • Monitored and evaluated training performance.
  • Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.

Production Manager, DNA Extraction

Neogen
10.2019 - 02.2023
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output increasing average monthly output by 15%.
  • Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
  • Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action
  • Performed root cause investigations and implemented corrective and preventative actions.

QA Analyst II

Nestle Purina Petcare
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Perform analytical testing on in-progress and finished products
  • Evaluate information provided by team leads to make immediate decisions regarding product quality and next steps
  • Monitor product formulas for accuracy
  • Monitor processing and packaging conditions to ensure compliance
  • Coordinate with multiple team leaders to troubleshoot issues and maintain efficient production flow.

DNA Extraction Lab Supervisor

Neogen
09.2017 - 10.2018
  • Lead team of up to 8 individuals
  • Write SOPs when procedures are established.
  • Train or coordinate training
  • Monitor workload and adjust resources accordingly
  • Point of contact for inquiries from other departments.
  • Provide support and guidance to junior lab staff.
  • Interpret laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
  • Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.

Lab Technician II

Neogen
03.2016 - 09.2017
  • Organize submitted samples and track using LIMS
  • Extract and purify DNA using magnetic bead kits
  • Quantify DNA using spectrophotometry and fluorometry
  • Maintain aseptic conditions ensuring sanitation and sterilization as appropriate
  • Establish and manage workload for a team of up to 8 individuals
  • Train new personnel
  • Troubleshoot inconsistencies in tasks
  • Process items unique or complex tasks.

Lab Technician I

Neogen
05.2015 - 03.2016
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results
  • Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results
  • Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues

Lab Aide

Zoetis
07.2014 - 05.2015

Overnight Stocker

Target
04.2013 - 07.2014

Resource Coordinator

University of Nebraska LGBTQA Resource Center
01.2012 - 08.2013

Computer Lab Attendant

University of Nebraska
01.2012 - 05.2013

Security Forces

Nebraska Air National Guard
01.2006 - 01.2012

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology And Psychology

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE
05.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of The USAF
San Antonio, TX
01.2009

Associate of Science - undefined

Southeast Community College
Lincoln, NE
01.2009

Skills

  • New hire on-boarding
  • Adult Learning Theories
  • Program Optimization
  • Strategic thinker
  • Training solutions development
  • Needs Assessment
  • Technical training
  • Performance Management
  • Expectation setting

Equipment

  • Centrifuge
  • Single and multi-channel Micro Pipettes
  • Autoclave
  • MagMax 96
  • NanoDrop 8000 spectrophotometer
  • Vortemp incubator
  • Hybridization oven
  • Fluorometer
  • LGC Oktopure
  • Repeater
  • Synergy Neo2
  • CEM Microwave Moisture/Solids analyzer
  • CEM Smart Trac

Certification

Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM) - July 2024

Timeline

Training Manager

Neogen
02.2023 - 08.2024

Production Manager, DNA Extraction

Neogen
10.2019 - 02.2023

QA Analyst II

Nestle Purina Petcare
10.2018 - 10.2019

DNA Extraction Lab Supervisor

Neogen
09.2017 - 10.2018

Lab Technician II

Neogen
03.2016 - 09.2017

Lab Technician I

Neogen
05.2015 - 03.2016

Lab Aide

Zoetis
07.2014 - 05.2015

Overnight Stocker

Target
04.2013 - 07.2014

Resource Coordinator

University of Nebraska LGBTQA Resource Center
01.2012 - 08.2013

Computer Lab Attendant

University of Nebraska
01.2012 - 05.2013

Security Forces

Nebraska Air National Guard
01.2006 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Science - Biology And Psychology

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of The USAF

Associate of Science - undefined

Southeast Community College

Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM) - July 2024

Scott Schneider