David Roane. Email & Phone Number

Baltimore, Md, Us

Complete performance reviews. Monitor and assist chemists and technicians to ensure company expectations and guidelines are met. Assist in streamlining processes to improve productivity and efficiency.

Millersville, Maryland

Conduct heavy metal testing using Agilent ICP/MS 7700. Calibrate and maintain Agilent GC5890 with FID detector and analyze samples to identify and quantify terpenes content using Headspace Chromatography. Key Achievements:Increased number of identified and quantified terpenes from 12 to 45 in less than five months.Ensure measurement accuracy by performing daily calibrations on laboratory balances.

Belcamp, Maryland, United States

Adhered to FCC Codex and USP guidelines to perform physical identification tests such as specific gravity, optical rotation, color, odor, description, refractive index, and titrations for multiple essential oils and spices. Supervised, trained, and provided leadership to Chemists and Lab Technicians. Performed GC analysis to confirm major components of essential oils and aroma chemicals. Logged receipt and processing of samples in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and organized lab test solutions, compounds, and reagents. Maintained laboratory instruments including creation and management of daily and yearly calibration schedules, and development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for new laboratory equipment. Ordered chemicals and prepared reagents for analysis.Key Achievements:Created and implemented lab proficiency test for all laboratory staff.Inspected and approved final products for shipment.Conducted duplication projects to customize oil blends to customer profile.