Wilton, Iowa, United States
Experienced Laboratory Technician with a demonstrated history of working in quality control/assurance. Skilled in Good Laboratory Practice's (GLP's), Microsoft programs, Communication, and Teamwork. Strong research professional with a Bachelor’s Degree focused in Geology/Earth Science, from the University of Iowa.
-Calibrated laboratory equipment daily; diagnosed problems and performed maintenance as needed -Held weekly performance and laboratory update meetings to maintain information flow at all levels of staff -Demonstrated an intermediate knowledge of chemistry by completing various test including: sulfur dioxide determination, chloride determination, protein analysis (Kjeldahl and Dumas method), solution preparation and dilution, bulk density determination, and dextrose equivalent determination -Demonstrated an ability to sustain efficient use of time while adapting to an ever developing queue of products for analysis -Displayed knowledge and composure under pressure while performing tasks for the observation of auditors both internal and external
-Performed a variety of tests in order to determine whether materials met specifications including: Portland Cement tests, field density tests using a nuclear density gauge, reinforced steel inspections, plate load tests, and asphalt core sampling -Developed, sampled, and analyzed well water to determine contamination level -Used problem solving and strategic skills to develop a plan to regulate and abate contamination for specific job sites -Oversaw asbestos containment preparation and abatement -Completed Phase I environmental site assessment reports -Assisted drill rig operator in retrieving, logging, and analyzing soil and core samples