Lindsay Watts

As a Sample Preparation Technician, I am responsible for performing routine sorting, transferring, drying, crushing, pulverizing and screening of geological materials in accordance with client work order instructions and laboratory quality guidelines and procedures

• Prepared mining core samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
• Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
• Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
• Conducted routine maintenance on laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal functioning for accurate results.
• Reduced processing time for samples by streamlining workflows and optimizing equipment usage.
• Collaborated with team members to achieve project deadlines, resulting in timely delivery of accurate data to clients.
• Ensured accurate results with meticulous adherence to quality control procedures and guidelines.
• Safeguarded accuracy in test results by strictly adhering to safety protocols and regulatory requirements during sample handling processes.
• Maintained a clean and organized laboratory environment, supporting efficient sample processing operations.
• Maintained detailed records of all samples processed; ensured thorough documentation for easy information retrieval.
• Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, collaboration, and open communication among colleagues.

Sales position focusing on the sales of designer sunglasses and sunglass accessories in a professional kiosk setting. Familiarization with products, lens technologies and policies are key.

• Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
• Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
• Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
• Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
• Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
• Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
• Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
• Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
• Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
• Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
• Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
• Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.

A month long co-op opportunity in which I helped JCSC, a non-profit organization located in Sudbury, Ontario. JCSC is a known organization within Sudbury that helps improve the biodiversity of the city, help organize city wide clean-ups and more.

• Assisted in invasive species management and monitoring
• Assisted in Arboretum maintenance
• Participated in in stream clean-ups and litter monitoring
• Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
• Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Streamlined data entry processes, resulting in time savings and increased productivity.
• Assisted with special events and programs.
• Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
• Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
• Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
• Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
• Enhanced ecosystem restoration with comprehensive soil and water sampling.

Centered on reclamation, rehabilitation, and environmental assessments. As a student in the environmental technician program, I delve into scientific and technical projects addressing climate change, land restoration, water conservation and natural resource management.

• Conducted environmental samplings to monitor and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Acquired practical skills necessary for a career in ecological restoration such as plant identification or soil analysis.
• Adhered to complex regulatory practices governing PPE, sample collection and data retention.
• Managed calibration and maintenance of sampling equipment, ensuring operational readiness.
• Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines and operational instructions.
• Utilized AutoCAD and other software to create detailed drawings.
• Trained new team members on GIS software and workflows, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Worked indoors and outdoors in different kinds of weather to complete assignments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of Microsoft360 and related systems and processes.
• Participated in projects focusing on Waste Water, Fresh Water and Waste Management.
• Performed data entry with speed and accuracy.
• Maintained accurate records through diligent data entry and document management practices.