Jerome Somodio Email & Phone Number

Brisbane City, QLD, AU

• I approved analytical batches and finalised microbiology reports, managed workflow and trained new staff. I also oversee media production, maintenance and equipment calibrations in micro. Second in charge (2IC) when.
• Identified an opportunity in reducing the total cost of microbiology consumables for two specific methods with a combined discount of 42% off list price.
• Achieved business objectives and exceeded client expectations with reduced staff for three months.

To supervise and manage the activities of the Microbiology department within the Scientific Services Laboratory and to ensure that the Microbiology department complies with the requirements of AS ISO/IEC 17025 – 2005: General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories.

• I registered, batched and carried out testing on water and wastewater samples as specified in the methods manual. I also participated in proficiency programs and laboratory improvement projects. Some of my achievements.
• Nominated Team Leader for Customer Care and Marketing and Spearheaded First Lab Open Day. Attended by ten people representing existing and potential clients, resulting in a new client for the microbiology and chemistry.
• Co-wrote laboratory catchphrase and produced marketing content used in website, banners and posters. Received great feedback from senior management and colleagues.

1-2/148 Tennyson Memorial Avenue, Tennyson QLD Australia 4105

• I managed and grew existing business and targeted and attracted new business in the food and environmental industry. In addition, coordinated technical presentations with a strong focus on brand protection and customer.
• Negotiated with senior management, operations, and client services to allocate resources to assist meeting a client expectation for a nationwide service model. Increased sales volume by 58% as a result of additional.
• Coordinated and lead a team in a high-profile food incident resulting in an increased sales volume for reactive analytical tests and technical support. Exceeded client expectations, resulting in endorsements to offer.

Brisbane, Australia

• I conducted laboratory tests, examining samples for foodborne and environmental pathogens and non-pathogens. In addition, I maintained and updated quality systems and work performed in the laboratory. I also reviewed.
• Achieved NATA signatory status in waters and foods by recommendation of the Managing and Technical Director. Additional signatory increased process time to finalise completed reports by 33%.
• Validated and verified new test methods which were included in our NATA accreditation scope. New method reduced subcontracting costs increasing profit margins from 30% to 100% per test suite.

Brisbane, Australia

• I verified samples were registered with the correct tests and carried out testing as specified in the methods manual. I also participated in proficiency programs and collected food and environmental samples. Some of my.
• Presented to QLD members of the State based Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) CPD Pilot Program on Lactic Acid Bacteria. Received great feedback from the attendees.
• Developed laboratory cleaning procedures which were added in the operations manual and later implemented with the laboratory staff. Cleaning procedures outlined specific volume required to prepare cleaning solution.