Cynthia Edeza
Salinas
Summary
Experienced Microbiology Laboratory Technician with a strong background in conducting research and performing lab analysis. Possess skills in identifying microorganisms, preparing samples, and maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks. Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems, collaborate effectively within a team, and improve laboratory procedures for enhanced efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Microbiology Laboratory Technician
PrimusLabs
Salinas
10.2022 - 11.2024
- Conducted microbiological tests on food products to ensure safety and compliance.
- Prepared and sterilized laboratory equipment and materials for testing procedures.
- Analyzed samples using advanced microbiological techniques and methodologies.
- Maintained accurate records of test results and laboratory procedures in compliance documentation.
- Assisted in training new technicians on laboratory protocols and safety standards.
- Followed strict safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment in the lab.
- Identified microbial organisms through analysis of culture characteristics and biochemical tests.
- Conducted experiments to determine the effects of temperature, pH levels, media composition and other factors on the growth and development of microorganisms.
Quality Control Inspector
Taylor Farms
Salinas
05.2019 - 09.2022
- Conducted thorough inspections of products to ensure compliance with quality standards, minimizing defects and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Inspected raw materials for quality and safety compliance.
- Conducted routine audits of finished products for defects.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to standards.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate records.
- Utilized testing equipment to assess product integrity and safety.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
- Tested finished goods prior to shipment according to established protocols.
Education
Bakersfield Adult School
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Bilingual communication
- Quality inspection
- Defect analysis
- Compliance auditing
- Product testing
- Process improvement
- Statistical process control
- Documentation skills
- Data entry
- Effective communication
- Quality assurance
- Laboratory safety
- Microbiology techniques
- Data analysis
- Spectrophotometry
- Regulatory compliance
- Sample processing
- Testing methodologies
- Attention to detail
- Quality control procedures
- PCR analysis
- Cell counting
- Sample collection
- Microbiome analysis
- Bioinformatics tools
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Microbiology Laboratory Technician
PrimusLabs
10.2022 - 11.2024
Quality Control Inspector
Taylor Farms
05.2019 - 09.2022
Bakersfield Adult School