Aidan Powers
Keysborough
Summary
I am experienced analyst with experience with multiple instruments and matrices. I am proficient with ICP-OES, ICP-MS, GC, FIA, X-ray, IC, UV-Vis, and various wet chemistry techniques.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
QC Technologist
IFF
01.2024 - Current
- Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
- Test production sample to ensure they meet the client's specification.
- Uses testing methods to run routine samples with GC, UV-Vis, KF, Powder Flow, and Titration.
- Develop and improve methods to increase efficiency and first time right.
- Mentored junior team members to enhance their technical skills and improve overall team productivity.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
Laboratory Technician
DuBois
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Performed routine laboratory maintenance, ensuring that all instruments were in working condition and calibrated properly
- Performed routine laboratory tests and analyzed results to ensure quality of electroplating, cleaner, and similar products
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of all laboratory activities
- Perform routine analysis on client electroplating samples, using ICP-OES, GC, X-Ray, IC, and wet chemistry techniques
- Create my own schedule to ensure all testing is completed quickly to meet the required turnaround time
Laboratory Assistant
The Product Makers
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Responsible for performing routine QC testing on finished health food items, flavors and raw materials, using wet chemistry, HPTLC, and plate reader
- Oversaw all R&D aspects of the team including testing client samples, writing reports, as well as developing and improving existing methods
- Trained several interns as well as multiple team members in existing methods and new methods I created
- Assisted in developing HACCP plans as well as other documentation for various certifications including SQF and EFSA
- Communicated directly with the factory to source errors in production, and organize rework solutions to ensure minimal waste
- Directed various projects including organizing and preparing trial samples for studies, and getting products certified in various countries
Analytical Analyst
BVAQ
03.2018 - 10.2022
- Followed and maintained NATA certified quality assurance procedure documentation
- Maintained and ran multiple instruments including ICP-OES, ICP-MS, and FIA
- Tested samples from many matrices including: dairy products, premixes, vitamins and minerals, meat samples, and many other food-based products
- Organized my own schedule to ensure all testing was completed on time where I have a extremely low overdue sample rate
- Preformed instrument troubleshooting to swiftly fix the problem and to prevent the problem from happening again
- Communicated with my own team as well as other teams to ensure that all results were complete within schedule
- Performed testing on large amount of production samples and ensured all were completed in time to not stall client's production
Education
Bachelor of Science with Honours -
Monash University
11.2017
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Monash University
11.2016
Skills
- Ability to Multitask
- Effective Time Management
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Adaptability
- Data Analysis
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Quality control guidelines
- Hardware maintenance
Timeline
QC Technologist
IFF
01.2024 - Current
Laboratory Technician
DuBois
08.2023 - 12.2023
Laboratory Assistant
The Product Makers
10.2022 - 08.2023
Analytical Analyst
BVAQ
03.2018 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Monash University
Bachelor of Science with Honours -
Monash University
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