Zachary Dabbs
North Augusta,SC
Summary
Hardworking and competent Quality Control Lab Analyst with extensive knowledge in analytical laboratory operations, practices, and procedures. Punctual and professional, willing to work various shifts and driven to perform successfully in solitary role or as part of team. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Lab Analyst
Halocarbon
North Augusta
10.2022 - Current
- Adhere to plant safety requirements and plant policies and promote a positive safety culture
- Adhere to all current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) requirements and documentation, and lab procedures.
- Perform calibration on routine instruments
- Set up laboratory apparatus/equipment
- Analyzed samples using various techniques such as chromatography, spectrophotometry, and titration.
- Prepare laboratory reagents and solutions as needed for testing.
- Evaluated results for accuracy, quality, and compliance with standards set by the company or regulatory bodies.
- Performed routine maintenance on lab instruments and troubleshooting when necessary.
- Provided technical guidance to junior staff members regarding laboratory techniques and procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of reagents used in testing processes.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and notified supervisor of low stock levels.
Certified Trainer
Chick-Fil-A
North Augusta, SC
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Train new employees on various tasks and objectives
- Test food quality by checking temperatures, food appearance
- Developed and implemented training programs for new hires and existing employees.
- Fill out training evaluations for new employees on job performance
- Promote the culture of care, this includes a follow-up with employees after 30 days
- Lead shifts by assigning where employees work, give breaks, manage customer complaints.
FOH Team Member
Chick Fill A
North Augusta, SC
12.2016 - 09.2021
- Greeted customers and answered questions related to products and services.
- Provided excellent customer service by ensuring orders were accurate and delivered in a timely manner.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing change, and balancing the cash drawer.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner while providing solutions in order to maintain customer satisfaction levels.
- Communicated effectively with other team members to ensure smooth operation of restaurant activities.
- Assisted colleagues whenever needed during peak business hours.
- Looked for ways to serve without direction and regularly pitched in by cleaning up and organizing front area, replenishing condiments and napkins and bussing during busy times.
Shadow
Medical College of Georgia AU
Augusta, Georgia
01.2019
- Observed Dr. Robyn Hatley, a general pediatrics surgeon.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
University of South Carolina Aiken
05.2022
Skills
- Lab experience: Mass, NMR, and IR spectroscopy use and interpretation
- Lab techniques: gram-staining, isolation streaks, simple streaks, inoculation, gel electrophoresis, footed slide preparation, DNA extraction, titrations
- Equipment: Mass, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, compound light microscope, dissection microscope, Karl Fisher Coulometer, Gas Chromatography, pipettes, burette, fluoride calculation meters, TotalChrom and CDS software, Viscosity/Density machine, Refractive Index testing
- Public speaking, data collection and biostatistics, presentations, attention to detail, strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Quality Control Procedures
- Task Prioritization
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Team building
Presentations
- Tuberculosis 2020
- Cystic Fibrosis 2022
- Arabidopsis Nutrient Studies 2022
Research
Internal Medical Bias: Diagnosis Length Based on Race in Southern Counties, Zachary Dabbs, Dr. Andrew Dyer, University of South Carolina, 2021
Activities
- Student Government, Secretary, University of South Carolina Aiken, 08/2018, 08/2020
- Neuroscience Club, Member, University of South Carolina Aiken, 08/2018, 05/2019
Volunteer Experience
- Midland Valley Fire Department, Bath, SC, 2015, 2016, First response calls and received emergency first aid training, Took blood pressures of patients and transport car accident patients onto a backboard, Took classes on blood borne pathogens
- Medical College of Georgia AU, Augusta, GA, 2019, Answered phone calls for the Neuro ICU and ran tests down to the lab, Grabbed supplied for the doctor and made beds for patients, Filed paperwork for patients
Accomplishments
- Recieved the highest honor of Aiken Technical College in 2018"Buck" Grant Award.
- Helped achieve highest efficiency of Halocarbon Laboratory in the history of the company according to generated data, while maintaining a high level of quality and work.
Timeline
Quality Control Lab Analyst
Halocarbon
10.2022 - Current
Certified Trainer
Chick-Fil-A
09.2021 - 09.2022
Shadow
Medical College of Georgia AU
01.2019
FOH Team Member
Chick Fill A
12.2016 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
University of South Carolina Aiken
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