Williams Garcia
Kannapolis,NC
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Histotechnologist
Advocate Health
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared and processed tissue specimens for microscopic examination using advanced histological techniques.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Conducted routine staining procedures, optimizing protocols for improved accuracy and consistency.
- Collaborated with pathologists to facilitate timely diagnoses through precise specimen preparation.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in histology techniques, enhancing team performance and skills development.
- Played an active role in troubleshooting equipment issues as they arose, minimizing downtime while maximizing resource utilization within the lab setting.
- Operated and maintained equipment for function and provision of services.
- Reduced error rates by conducting regular quality control checks on reagents, stains, and equipment.
- Performed routine activities to prepare tissue biopsy specimens for histological processing.
- Supported laboratory accreditation efforts by adhering to established standards and protocols in daily work practices.
- Participated in regular process improvement initiatives, identifying areas for potential enhancement within the laboratory setting.
- Developed innovative solutions for common problems encountered during specimen preparation, enhancing overall workflow efficiency and effectiveness.
- Expanded knowledge base through continued professional development opportunities, staying current with industry advancements and best practices.
Panning Operator
SCN BestCo
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Responsible for the correct operation of the Panning/Coating process
- Responsible for the verification of ingredients being used in production and that the ingredients are of good quality within tolerances set forth in the batch record
- Responsible for mixing current amount of ingredients for the color coating of SuperChew tablets
- Responsible for all processing documentation that is associated with product being produced
- Responsible to troubleshooting panning equipment within work area
- Responsible for the quality of the products being produced on the panning equipment, ensuring all parameter set points are within acceptable range
- Ability to change products with minimal waste and with no cross-contamination
- Responsible for ensuring working areas are clean and cGMP compliant at all times
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance to optimize functionality.
- Implemented inventory management practices to ensure availability of necessary supplies.
Histotechnologist
Atrium Health
11.2018 - 09.2022
- Histotechnologist certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- Responsibilities include managing teammates to meet workflow demands throughout the night.
- Assisted with technical training and ensuring new teammates are trained to lab standards
- Help drives departmental objectives including safety and productivity and training compliance
- Troubleshoot equipment issues with H&E stainers
- Troubleshoot Benchmark special stainers.
- Documentation of equipment issues and malfunctions
- Documentation and recording of Tissue batch records
- Calling in any equipment issues to proper customer support to setup repair dates
- Training new personal According to the institutions microtomy and embedding Standard Operating Procedures
- Give Feedback to new teammates with regards to quality and productivity
- Review and coaching of quality issues with teammates
- Lead the team in weekly/daily huddle discussions
- Excellent attendance and safety record, strong work ethic
- Obtained HTL (ASCP) certification in January 2019
Pass and Seymour
07.2014 - 08.2017
- Packaging finished product coming off the production line while making sure the product met the company’s quality control standards. And adhering to the companies 5S polices, Attended Kiazen events
Appalachian State University Human Performance Lab
01.2013 - 04.2013
- Processing Blood samples according to Standard Operating Procedure for next phase of research
Pactiv
07.2008 - 08.2010
- Package finished products as they were coming of the production line. While doing a preliminary quality control inspection. Adhere to Companies 5S standards to keep work area clean and organize
Education
Certificate - Histotechnologist
Carolinas College of Health Sciences
Charlotte, North Carolina12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, North Carolina05.2018
Associate of Science - Biology
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Concord, North Carolina05.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Biotechnology
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Concord, North Carolina05.2013
Skills
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
- Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP’s)
- Experience working with highly automated equipment
- Experience with SAP Software and Electronic Batch Records
- Four years of experience as a Histotechnologist HTL(ASCP)CM # 7309
- Daily reagent change on Tissue-Tek VIP 6 processors
- Perform reagent change on H&E 600 stainers
- Some experience working with Ultra’s IHC equipment
- Experience working Benchmark special stainers
- Microtome and manual coverslipping
- Can work independently or with part of a team
- Proficient with Microsoft Word
- Proficient with Microsoft Powerpoint
- Competent with Excel Spreadsheet
- Bilingual
- Experience leading daily meetings with teammates
- Teamwork orientation
- Regulatory compliance awareness
- Continuing education commitment
- Workflow optimization
- Quality control adherence
- Interdepartmental communication
- Reagent preparation
- Laboratory information systems
- Universal precautions
- Documentation management
- Regulatory compliance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Histotechnologist
Advocate Health
06.2024 - Current
Panning Operator
SCN BestCo
05.2023 - 06.2024
Histotechnologist
Atrium Health
11.2018 - 09.2022
Pass and Seymour
07.2014 - 08.2017
Appalachian State University Human Performance Lab
01.2013 - 04.2013
Pactiv
07.2008 - 08.2010
Certificate - Histotechnologist
Carolinas College of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Associate of Science - Biology
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Biotechnology
Rowan Cabarrus Community College