Duane Hartman Email & Phone Number

Grand Island, Nebraska

Operations: gravimetric calibration analysis of digital pipettes (single and multichannel), proprietary software system for pipette calibration and tracking, issuance of certificates of calibration, quality control, shipping/receiving of stock, purchasing of stock, pipette repair and deep cleaning, refurbishing of used pipettes, warranty compliance, inventory and parts maintenance for over 60 laboratories, and company-wide best practice instruction;Continued lab operations as listed on Microbiology Technician position. Equipment: hundreds of single and multichannel pipette makes and models, proprietary calibration and repair tools, analytical balances, evaporation trap device, ultrasonic cleaner, barometer, hygrometer, various labeling systems, etc.

Grand Island, Nebraska

Lab operations: Multiplex PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, 3M Petrifilm, quantitative analysis of bacteria/yeast and mold, Process Control Testing, Meat Process Control Testing, sample preparation/handling, chemical titrations, Fat chemistry, Soxtech Petroleum Ether Extraction system, aseptic technique, maintenance of proficiency training in compliance with an ISO accredited food and environmental laboratory, quantitative anaerobe testing, confirmation testing using IMS (Immunomagnetic Separation with Dynabeads), travel for satellite laboratory onsite set-up and operations, media preparation/stock maintenance, API proficiency testing (A+ Class and A2LA accreditation), Colilert coliform testing system (and Quantitray), proprietary MPN testing, lateral flow immune testing, conductivity testing, residue/moisture testing, harvest monitoring, biohazard handling (including Armor method of toxin deactivation), biohazard shipping protocol, warehouse shipping/receiving, forklift operation, third party sample preparation and submission, water sample collection, sample courier, onsite food and environmental sampling;Lab equipment: Eppendorf and Thermo Thermocyclers, UV visualization imaging systems, laminar flow hoods, water sample collection system, desiccators, stomachers, gel boxes, vortexers/rotators, peristaltic pumps, pipette aids, digital and serological pipettes, various incubators, autoclaves, pH/conductivity meters, chlorine meters, dark field colony counters, water baths, chemistry ovens, light boxes, analytical balances, IR thermometers, hygrometers, barometers, air quality testing pumps, etc.

Kearney, Ne

Implemented behavioral health and education plan for boys aged 7-14 years of age in both a group home and residential treatment center; certified in crisis de-escalation, prevention, and safety; patient transportation; environmental services; meal preparation.

Kearney, Nebraska

Design and Development Process:Written/verbal group critiques, proofreading, concept presentations, file preparation/pre-flight, team design development and research, content development for SchoolMate school planners/Morris Press Cookbooks and related media, new product research and development (e.g. greeting cards, coloring books, scrapbook supplies), digital illustration for multipurpose output (RGB/CMYK), file management/back-up, etc.Computer Hardware:Macintosh and PC platforms, Epson Stylus Color Proofers, Iris Realist Proofer, HP Indigo Digital Press, Wacom Intuos graphics tablet, various digital cameras, Epson prepress flatbed scanners, Epson/Xerox network printers, copy machine/fax, barcode scanner, and others.Prepress Equipment: Output to local service bureau for Agfa image setter, output for HP Indigo digital press and 5-color Heidelberg press, Stripping/Imposition for 2 and 4-color layouts, Vertical and Horizontal Process Cameras, Flip-top Plate Burner, Fuji subtractive plate development process, etc.Post-press:Baumfolder paper cutter, Bostitch Textron wire stitcher, Baumfolder Ultrafold paper folder, Padding rack (Loose and NCR Fan-apart forms), drill press, mechanical sorter, large-format corner punch, lamination, collating, NCR comb binding/punch machine, forklift/pallet jack.Print business and Recordkeeping:Working knowledge of the following - report generation, cost estimation, outsourcing jobs to specialty printers, job ticket workflow, inventory management, inside sales, billing/invoicing, shipping/receiving, purchasing for digital production area, responsible for acquiring technical support for repairs/upgrades/compatibility issues on hardware and software.

Graphic Design

While pursuing a major in Comprehensive Biology, I also sought schooling in graphic design, obtaining a minor and going.

Bachelor'S Degree, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, 3.6 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Biology Club, Christian Student FellowshipI started in 1995 after transferring from Oral Roberts University.

Commercial And Advertising Art, 3.2 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Art Club, Missions team, Assistant Floor ChaplainI studied commercial art for two years before transferring.