Chemical Engineer/Biotechnologist Resume

Title
Chemical Engineer/Biotechnologist

Primary Skills
To secure a challenging process-engineering role with opportunity to apply the latest high-technology training.

Location
US-NY-East Amherst (will consider relocating)

Posted
Oct-10-09


Objective: To secure a challenging process-engineering role with opportunity to
apply the latest high-technology training.

Education

2004-2007 Washington University/Fontbonne University Clayton, MO
- Received a dual degree in Chemical Engineering/Biotechnology
Minor in Chemistry

2001-2004 University of Kansas Lawrence, KS
- Pursued a B. S. in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry

1997-1999 Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
- A. A. Liberal Arts

1994-1996
Regents, N. Y. C.
- A. A. Electronics Technology


Experience

2009-Present FMC Corporation ( Agricultural Products Group )

Process Engineer III (Formulations)


* Responsible for providing expert technical support to new and existing processes
* Responsible for implementing improvement projects related to production, quality, and safety.
* Overall responsibility for the Plant's yearly capital plan and quality system.
* Serve as a member of the plant manager's leadership staff.
* Support Plant objectives and goals.
* Enforce all plant rules, safety policies, and standards.
* Manage the plant's QA/QC function.
* Lead plant commercialization of new products.
* Lead or facilitate meetings in solving problems and improving performance with team members
and additional (subject matter experts) resources as necessary.
*Champion and lead improvement projects for the Plant to achieve cost improvement commitments,
reinforce culture change, and encompass safety.
*Develop cross-functional team members to solve day-to-day operational issues by increasing
their troubleshooting skills.
* Support and directs Process Safety initiatives, including process safety incident investigations.
* Lead plant's Management of Change processes and implementation of change at the site. *Functional/technical knowledge and/or experience in developing ISO 9001 in a manufacturing environment.
*Plant ISO 9001 Management Representative
* Behavior based safety skills
* Experienced in leading team-based work systems
* Developed startup plant procedures, MOC processes and SOP's





2008-2009 PURAC America

Process and Project Development Engineer

*Provide support for production in two business units in the manufacture of lactic acid and lactic acid
derivatives
*Processing includes fermentation, recovery using extensive unit operations and finally blending and
packaging
*Responsible for "out of the box" solutions to processing problems
*Execute technical and engineering projects of various size and scope which includes new product
development
*Improvement to quality, yield, and processing cost
*Optimization of the existing processes
*Identification and implementation of new technologies and/or products to accomplish the business
goals
*Managing projects at all levels to include lab development resulting in product implementation
*Work closely with cross-functional business members in the North American business unit to ensure
all aspects of projects align with customer expectations, manufacturing, business units strategy, goals,
and company polices
*Direct the work of both exempt and nonexempt positions in relation to various projects
*Fermentation applications, extensive recovery unit operations including but not limited to ion exchange,
crystallization and biomass separation
*Analyze financial implications of process/project improvements in relation to company objectives
*Team player focused on company results with a "make it happen" work ethic


2007-2008 Cyanta Drug Development Services

Metrology Scientist/Chemical Engineer

Sr. Metrology Scientist/Pilot lab

*Perform and maintain a schedule for prentative maintenance and perform calibrations for all
Instruments (HPLC, GC/MS , LC/MS, ICP, LC/MS/MS triple quad) and equipment on a regular basis
*Schedule and send out out all equipment including HPLC, GC/MS, ICP and LC/MS
* Review and approve regulated (GMP/GLP) projects as needed
* Coordinate and schedule and communicate technical visits as needed
* Coordinate and supervise other metrologists and chemists as needed
*Assist QA/QC with special projects as required
* Maintain computer backups for instrumentation and assist in backing data
*Use pharmaceutical scale-up process engineering when needed.
*Process development through laboratory scale to pilot scale to improve cost efficiency
*Process techniques include fermentation, centrifugation, membrane filtration, cell lysis and bioprocess unit operations
*Six Sigma Trained

Chemical Engineer

*reviewing existing data to see if more research and information need to be collated, and assessing the adequacy of the existing processes and equipment
* designing, installing and commissioning new production units, monitoring development (i.e., modifications and upgrades) and troubleshooting existing processes
*applying the principles of mass, momentum and heat transfer to process and equipment design
* making observations and taking measurements directly, as well as collecting and interpreting data from the other technical and operating staff involved

2004-2007 Washington University/Fontbonne University
Biotechnologist
* Assisted Ph.D with collecting data on nitrogen fixation in corn

Cell Biology:
* Performed experiments consisting of pH gradients, pH gels and cell function
depending on the pH of fluids and the procedure of gel based
electrophoresis
*Calibrated and repaired bioreactor(s) used in lab experiments
Genetics:
* Created genetic engineering experiments using Drosophilia melanogaster and
their ability to mate with other flies producing mutations
described by Gregor Mendel
*SDS-PAGE

Immunology:
* Performed tests on immunoserums and antibodies produced in
rabbits. Tests used: immunoassay, Western blot, size exclusion chromatography and Eliza

Chemist
LC/MS/HPLC
* Five years of calibration and repair of spectrometry equipment
* Ran and developed more efficient methods of analysis
*When in doubt, was the "go to guy" for advice in times of peril, including the Department
Chairperson Dr. David Thomason, PhD
*Developed new methods of organic synthesis of various compounds

Chemical Engineer/Goodyear
*Identified and resolved simple to complex technical issues with current products or qualified enhancements *Performed comprehensive tests using experimental design and analyzed results using statistical data analysis
*Effectively resolved technical problems and utilized the scientific method as the foundation for problem solving
*Directed CPI teams or problem solving efforts, for quality and quantity of work, helped upper level scientific personnel set the example for lower level positions.
*Participated on technology transfer teams, presented and discussed technical and non-technical aspects of assignments with lower level personnel, peers, or upper level positions
*Developed and implanted more efficient means of polymerization of various elasotmers which included polyisoprene , polybutadiene, polyisobutylene, and polyurethanes.


2002-2004 University of Kansas Lawrence, KS

Director of Petroleum Research
* Directed and assisted in research of petro-chemical compounds.
* Supervised geologists and geological students in the Research Division.
* Created and implemented polymer plastic compounds.
* Youngest Chemical Engineering student ever to direct a Petroleum Research
department and the first of African-American descent to do so.


1997-2002 Federal Express Lenexa, KS

Courier/Technician
* Was responsible for the expedition of packages worldwide.
* Calibrated and repaired electronic equipment including Dads units and supertrackers.
* Suggested new tracking software that increased earnings by 46%.





1994-1997 United States Naval Submarine Service Groton, CT

Electronics Warfare Technician
* Was responsible for the maintenance and calibration of submarine electronic
firing systems.
* Various Top Secret clearances.
* Implemented training courses for new recruits-speeding efficiency.

1990-1994 United States Navy San Diego, CA

U. S. Navy S. E. A. L.

* Completed all training schools.
* Participated in several government regulated operatives
*Secured various levels of government security clearances

Honors
-Level IV Gymnast in Rings, Pommel Horse, High Bar
-Level III Gymnast Floor Exercise
-National Deans List Four Years Running

Certifications
See above


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