Sherrie Chandler
New Paris
Summary
Results-driven Microbiologist and Lab Manager at Primient, skilled in regulatory compliance and laboratory management. Successfully developed training materials and SOPs, enhancing team collaboration and safety. Expert in fermentation process optimization, leveraging data analysis to improve product yield and troubleshoot equipment issues effectively. Strong communicator with proven problem-solving abilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lab Manager
Primient
Dayton, OH
07.2023 - Current
- Developed effective working relations with all levels of the plant from corporate to operations.
- Maintained compliance with laboratory, company and legal regulations.
- Managed laboratory in a union environment with both union and salaried employees.
- Created training materials for new employees regarding proper usage of lab instruments and safety guidelines. Created SOP's for lab testing.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting issues related to equipment or processes in the laboratory environment.
- Participated in GMP audits and was on the internal audit team.
- Maintained lab budget, inventory control & instrument compliance/calibrations.
- Mentored and trained staff on best practices in laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
Plant Microbiologist
Primient
Dayton Ohio
11.2018 - Current
- Presented monthly fermentation status reports to supervisors and peer groups.
- Implemented corrective measures when issues arise during fermentation production.
- Conducted experiments to test new feedstock fermentation processes.
- Analyzed laboratory data to evaluate fermentation progress, identify problems and make corrective adjustments.
- Monitored fermentation process parameters such as pH, temperature, airflow, %acid and sugar concentrations to optimize product yield.
Lab Technician
Tate & Lyle
Dayton Ohio
12.2004 - 10.2018
- Conducted laboratory tests to ensure product quality and compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained and calibrated lab equipment to guarantee accurate test results.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Developed standard operating procedures to ensure consistency in laboratory operations.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and laboratory best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Indiana University East
Richmond Indiana12-2002
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University East
Richmond Indiana12-2002
Skills
- Laboratory management
- Regulatory compliance
- Training & Development
- Microsoft office
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Process monitoring & optimization
- SOP development
- Fermentation process
- Time management abilities
- Aseptic technique
- Problem-solving abilities
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
- CORE 4 winner in Excellence
- Employee of the month
Affiliations
Volunteering at local food bank
Active in Primient Women's Network
Certification
- Lead Program, Shift Leadership Solutions
- Front Line Leadership, Wisconsin School of Business
- Internal Auditor
- HACCP, BD Food Safety Consultants LLC
- PCQI- Human Food, FSPCA Cert# 75aad0f4
- PCQI- Animal Food, FSPCA Cert# 608509e6
- BRCGS issue 9
Timeline
Lab Manager
Primient
07.2023 - Current
Plant Microbiologist
Primient
11.2018 - Current
Lab Technician
Tate & Lyle
12.2004 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Indiana University East
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University East