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Lead a small team in the post-harvest department of cultivation, by ensuring everyone is contributing to all tasks required to be completed.Obtain specialization within the curing process and report results based on moisture content and appearance of mold or other qualities. Maintain a journal of strains with notes pertaining to characteristics within their growing, drying, and curing stages.Train individuals on new tasks involving trimming plants and their flowers, BioTracker software, and on several equipment such as RadSource and machine-powered trimmers.Meet goals to ensure a more fast-paced work environment, and implement faster workflow practices.

Count colonies on client samples and send results to clients.Learn differential medias pertaining to the bacterial test. Learn and apply quantitative and qualitative microbiological methods.

Aid in stability studies in Blistex’s analytical development lab. Keep the chemistry lab organized, clean, and maintain a consistent schedule of analytical testing under supervision from the analytical chemists. Acquired Skills: GDPs, HPLC, Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), Viscosity, and pH.

Make diverse coffees for customers; come up with new recipes for specialty menu.Became cross-trained at other owner’s location (Oak and Bean), which is in Oswego, IL.

In my pursuit of combining my scientific background with my passion for food, I embarked on a journey to work as a coffee roaster. Within this role, I played a crucial part in enhancing the flavor profile of every coffee bean, enabling me to engage in extensive experimentation (and production) to develop unique seasonal and innovative coffee blends for various coffee shops. It was essential for me to roast specific beans in a manner that accentuates their distinct flavors, which are influenced by their origin.Additionally, I was responsible for meticulously packaging and weighing coffee bags, ensuring their accurate delivery to coffee shops.

- Processed results for COVID-19 by rapid antigen or PCR molecular testing and performed nasal swabs on patients in their cars.- Entered patient data into Illinois Department of Public Health and confidential forms and sent results in a timely manner.- Utilized Microsoft Excel for inventory management and maintaining records.

- Organized, sorted, and priced a wide variety of plants including bushes, trees, perennials, and annuals.- Provided guidance and expert advice to customers in selecting the ideal plants for their needs.- Conducted daily tasks such as watering, pruning, and trimming plants to ensure optimal presentation.- Periodically fertilized plants to promote healthy growth.- Developed extensive knowledge in identifying and addressing minor illnesses and visible pest infestations in plants.- Actively monitored and tracked plants that required further investigation for potential illness or pests.

I was a part-time lab technician while I pursued my Bachelors of Science. Eventually, I became cross-trained as a donor support technician to help the phlebotomists.

- Successfully harvested a diverse range of pumpkins and skillfully organized them for enhanced farm presentation.- Engaged children by sharing captivating stories during tractor rides, creating a memorable and enjoyable experience.- Provided excellent customer service by conversing with visitors and offering guided tours around the farm.- Demonstrated strong communication skills in effectively communicating with customers and answering their inquiries.- Displayed a friendly and approachable demeanor to ensure a positive and welcoming atmosphere for all visitors.