Derek Dyson Email & Phone Number

Motivated worker who seeks out opportunities to learn and grow. I learn quickly and perform my duties with a continuous process improvement mindset. I began my career as a lab tech at Tyson Foods and moved into my current manager role in a little over 2 years. As a lab tech: -Performed a wide variety of microbiological and serological analyses following written work instructions -Maintained laboratory instruments by performing preventative maintenance and calibrations -Monitored laboratory environment by using air plates and surface swabsIn my current role: -Direct supervisor to 5 laboratory team members -Overseeing laboratory analyses to ensure accuracy of results and all proper documentation is complete-Reviewing and reporting results to customers -Member of the internal audit team -Frequently contacting customers about sample information -Reviewing completed trainings to ensure all team members are up to date-Recording weekly and monthly test counts for the microbiology and serology department for reports -Reviewing team member’s instrument maintenance entries to ensure proper documentation