Tyra Marshall
Felton,Delaware
Summary
Dynamic Bio Technician with hands-on experience at Merck Animal Health, adept in cell culture and cGMP compliance. Proven ability to implement SOPs and conduct rigorous testing procedures, ensuring quality and safety. Strong communicator with a solid foundation in biology and chemistry, committed to enhancing operational efficiency and product integrity.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Bio Technician
Merck Animal Health
Millsboro, DE
08.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated capability in handling cell culture processes and media preparation.
- Provides general maintenance & support functions necessary for the production of vaccines
- Set-up and maintain laboratory equipment in a sterile environment
- Gather findings, conduct analysis, and prepare reports.
Laboratory Technician
Simmons Pet Food
11.2020 - 08.2023
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections and other established tests
- Inputs quality line check data, external laboratory results and panel/internal analysis results into system.
- Responsible for conducting post process examination on samples and reporting all deviations
- Communicates with Customers, Vendors, or Employees via telephone, in person, and/or electronic mail
Microbiology Laboratory Assistant
Hanover's Food
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Gained experience with lab equipment and protocols in a clinical setting.
- Learned most traditional microbiology techniques: serial dilution aseptic techniques, quantification, characterization, isolation, etc.
- Reviewed Microbiology laboratory data such as finished product test results, autoclave charts, chemistry testing and raw materials.
Youth Rehabilitative Food Service Specialist
Stevenson House Detention Center
01.2013 - 10.2019
- Planned well-balanced revolving menus
- Stored and maintained food, supplies, and inventory
- Prepared food ahead of time with strict portions served 3 times per day
- Maintained kitchen sanitation and hygiene requirements
- Communicated and assisted with juveniles along with counselors in performance of duty
Food Inspector
United State Department of Agriculture
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Observed destruction and disposal of condemned items to maintain control and prevent contamination of food chain
- Identified diseases and problems such as airsacculitis, tumors, septicemia and other condemnable and non-condemnable conditions
- Informed management of concerns with production operations, including machine break-down and sanitary problems
- Maintained proper inspection, sanitation and disposal procedures to prevent contaminate food sources from being consumed
Education
Biological Sciences
Delaware State University
Dover, DEAssociate Of Applied Science - Food Science
Delaware Technical And Community College - Owens
Georgetown, DE05.2020
Skills
- Proficient knowledge of animal nutrition
- Proficient knowledge of food processing
- Lab experience
- HACCP Certification
- Creates & Follow SOP's
- Specifications understanding
- Testing procedures
- Follow Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
- Interacts cross-functionally with QA, packaging, shipping, and warehouse
Timeline
Bio Technician
Merck Animal Health
08.2023 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Simmons Pet Food
11.2020 - 08.2023
Microbiology Laboratory Assistant
Hanover's Food
01.2020 - 04.2020
Food Inspector
United State Department of Agriculture
03.2018 - 06.2018
Youth Rehabilitative Food Service Specialist
Stevenson House Detention Center
01.2013 - 10.2019
Biological Sciences
Delaware State University
Associate Of Applied Science - Food Science
Delaware Technical And Community College - Owens