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Richmond, Tx, Us

• Help Identify challenges or limitations during the scaling process• Install and verified new laboratory equipment from vendors.• Scheduled Preventative Maintenance with vendors• Conduct experiments and research studies to address specific research questions• Develop new experimental techniques, methodologies and protocols to improve the efficiency and accuracy of research• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior scientists and R&D staff, reviewing their work, providing feedback, and fostering a productive lab environment.• Participate in the development of projects, new formulations, or process innovations.• Troubleshoot technical issues or experimental failures, working with other team members to identify solutions.• Introduce improvements to research practices, including the adoption of new technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance productivity and outcomes.• Configured automation LIMS exporting system utilizing several software’s.

• Develop, test, and optimize HPLC Analytical methods• Collect and analyze data to determine trends, relationships, or potential areas for improvement in the research.• Utilize various scientific methods and software (Empower, Sciex OS, Analyst) tools to analyze experimental results.• Interpret results to identify key findings and provide recommendations.• Prepared detailed reports, including data visualizations (graphs, charts, etc.) to communicate findings effectively. • Review scientific literature to apply knowledge of current developments in the field to enhance ongoing projects and method development. • Work as part of a team with other scientist, engineers, and product developers.• Document experimental procedures, protocols, and methodologies for reproducibility. • Ensure all analytical laboratory equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.

San Antonio, Texas, United States

• Analytical review of data and documentation to ensure calculations are complete and accurate per cGMP and GLP• Performed review of QC laboratory generated data, logbooks, calibration, and instrumentation• Verified documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance• Ensured testing was completed per protocol requirements and compendia requirements• Conducted method validation on raw materials using GC/FID by headspace• Successfully evaluated and met the system suitability requirements such as repeatability, specificity, solution stability, accuracy, precision, LOQ, and LOD for validation process• Mentored associate scientists on testing, technical guidance, and safety protocols to enhance performance while maintaining a safe environment• Aided management in laboratory out of specification deviations and investigations• Maintained accurate records by documenting samples analyzed, procedures used, and results obtained on datasheets and/or laboratory notebook

San Antonio, Texas, United States

• Tested chemical components involving the use of laboratory instruments and equipment: HPLC,GC, FTIR, UV/VIS, as well as utilizing wet chemicals skills following compliance with cGMP requirements• Performed chemical and physical testing on various raw materials utilizing instrumentation such as Rotational viscometer, Polarimeter, and Density meter for various Pharmacopeia (USP,EP,JP)• Treats numerical data throughout chemical analysis by performing mathematical calculations such as determining concentrations (molarity, parts per million, normality, etc.) and statistical information (standard deviation, mean, etc.)

San Antonio, Texas Area

• Completed routine analytical testing of finished product per customer requirements comprised of GC, HPLC, viscosity, pH, and various wet testing• Executed quantitative testing of various API’s to report to customer by an established deadline• Prepared necessary solutions and equipment to expedite the performance of analysis by measuring and/or weighing chemicals, standardizing solutions, and assembling equipment

- Reviews submitted orders; helps coordinate proper allocation of resources to insure accurate and on-time completion- Assists in selecting, sorting, unloading merchandise from baskets or totes into refrigeration, frozen, or dry storage holding areas, and returning products to their proper location as needed- Provides excellent customer service by phone when reviewing orders with Customers; suggests items for substitute as needed; answers product-related questions, locates products, and helps Customers as needed- Packages, transports, and loads groceries and merchandise from the store to the Customer-s vehicle- Minimizes shrink through careful handling of product - Achieves productivity standards - Uses a digital tool to select items necessary to complete order from store, to pack and put away customer orders in staging area, to retrieve orders for customers, and to review customer order and communicate changes and or adjust order with the customer - In the absence of the Manager or Lead, takes the lead in communicating issues or Customer concerns to Store leadership or coverage manager- Performs Representative duties as neededSanitation / Stocking / Food Safety:- Gathers baskets and picks up trash inside and outside eStore as needed - Maintains and stocks bag areas - Organizes, cleans, and prepares prep areas, wareroom, and sales floor for incoming trucks - Loads, unloads, and moves heavy, bulky products to support eCommerce order selection - Maintains standards for safety and sanitation - Complies with all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, food safety, and sanitation

- Provides excellent service and customer interaction- Collects payment for customer purchases- Demonstrates suggestive selling techniques- Bags groceries for customers- Monitors and manage potential front-end shrink- Makes change and keeps an accurate till- Answers product related questions for customers- Ensures company food safety and sanitation expectations are achieved by following SOP's