Jovilyn Vidal
Hamilton,Canada
Summary
- 1 year experience in Wastewater treatment Plant facility with OIT and class 1 license.
- 5 years’ experience in Microbiological Laboratory and 1 year experience in Physico-chemical Laboratory in the Environmental Industry.
- Over 150 hours of laboratory hands on experience in biotechnology courses.
- WHMIS Certified, Worker Health & Safety Awareness.
- Certified Knowledgeable in ISO 17025, GMP and GLP.
- Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR in Training
Halton Region
Oakville, Canada
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Tested wastewater samples using standard laboratory tests such as BOD, ammonia, total suspended solids, DO, pH, total phosphorus, and other parameters.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Participated in safety meetings; adhered strictly to safety rules while performing duties.
- Performed daily inspections of the facility and equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Assisted in the development of operating procedures for new processes or modifications to existing processes.
- Monitored plant supervisory control and data acquisition system (SCADA), calibrated gauges, meters and controls and recorded readings for next shift.
- Performed housekeeping duties to keep facilities clean and neat
- Communicated effectively with co-workers when discussing operation issues or troubleshooting problems.
MICROBIOLOGIST
The First Analytical Services and Technical Cooperative
Mandaue, Philippines
05.2017 - 07.2022
- Team leader on 2020-2022
- Deputy Quality Manager (2021–2022)
- Performed microbiological analysis on water, wastewater, marine products, food, beverages, and feed products according to accredited methods.
- Ensured compliance with PNS, ISO/IEC 17025, and other accrediting bodies.
- Participated in proficiency testing and quality assurance programs, such as purity check, food/surface contact area, autoclave, oven, incubator, water bath, sterile room, glassware, and culture media.
- Managed the preparation of culture media and reagents.
- Maintained pure cultures, and waste disposal management.
- Participated in proficiency testing and measurement uncertainty in microbiological testing.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Presented monthly status reports to supervisors and peer groups.
- Trained personnel on laboratory functions.
- Interpreted test results accurately ensuring that all data is reported properly.
- Carried out quality control checks on materials used in the laboratory setting according to established standards.
LABORATORY ANALYST
The First Analytical Services and Technical Cooperative
Mandaue, Philippines
04.2016 - 04.2017
- Performed physico-chemical analysis on water, wastewater, marine products, food, beverages, and feed products according to accredited methods.
- Documented and reported test results accurately, maintaining detailed records in compliance with laboratory protocols.
- Provided technical support and training to new laboratory personnel and interns, enhancing team skills and performance.
- Collected and organized data to perform data analysis and prepare technical reports.
- Prepared samples and reagents for testing according to established protocols, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Assisted in the development and maintenance of laboratory SOPs, improving process efficiency and consistency.
- Evaluated existing processes and procedures regularly to identify areas of improvement.
- Performed quality control checks on laboratory equipment and chemicals to maintain laboratory standards.
- Supported cleanliness and health standards to foster safe and effective sample analysis.
- Implemented corrective actions when discrepancies were identified during quality control checks.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards, contributing to successful laboratory audits.
- Purchasing officer in controlled chemicals such as sulfuric acid, nitric acid, hydrochloric acid, petroleum ether, and potassium permanganate.
QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR
Kettle Foods Corporation
Cebu, Philippines
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Monitored production operations to identify potential problems with quality assurance.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding product quality issues.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Performed visual inspections and sensory evaluations of products to ensure product quality.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Education
Biotechnology -
Mohawk College
Hamilton, Ontario04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Food Technology
Xavier University - Ateneo De Cagayan
Cagayan De Oro, Philippines03-2015
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Sample handling
- Quality Assurance/Quality Control
- Environmental monitoring
- Microbiology techniques
- Team player
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem-solving
- Media preparation
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Wastewater Treatment Operator – OIT 2023
- Excellent in Proficiency Testing by ERA Water for HPC, Coliforms & E.coli 2019-2022
- Excellent in Proficiency Testing by ERA Wastewater for Coliforms & E.coli 2019-2022
- Worker Health and Safety Awareness, 2023
- WHMIS Certified, 2022, 2024
- Internal Training for ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Employee Awareness, 2022
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR in Training
Halton Region
01.2024 - 12.2024
MICROBIOLOGIST
The First Analytical Services and Technical Cooperative
05.2017 - 07.2022
LABORATORY ANALYST
The First Analytical Services and Technical Cooperative
04.2016 - 04.2017
QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR
Kettle Foods Corporation
04.2015 - 03.2016
Biotechnology -
Mohawk College
Bachelor of Science - Food Technology
Xavier University - Ateneo De Cagayan