Alexis Smith
Graham
Summary
Highly skilled Lab Technician with background in conducting scientific tests and analyses. Demonstrated capability in operating lab equipment, maintaining safety protocols, and documenting results for further study. Strengths include problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and strong familiarity with quality control procedures. Contributed to significant advancements in research projects by providing accurate data collection and interpretation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Technician
GKN Driveline
Mebane
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted routine testing on automotive components for quality assurance.
- Maintained laboratory equipment to ensure proper functionality and safety standards.
- Documented test results and prepared reports for engineering review.
- Managed inventory of lab supplies to support uninterrupted operations.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment.
- Performed regular inspections on all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Supported cleanliness and health standards to foster safe and effective sample analysis.
Machine Operator
AKG of America
Mebane
02.2021 - 10.2023
- Read and interpret detailed work order instructions.
- Load raw aluminum material onto machines using a chain hoist.
- Program and operate multiple machines simultaneously.
- Use basic hand tools such as wrenches and hex keys to make machine adjustments.
- Inspect product quality continuously throughout the process.
- Label, document, and sort fins for the next step in production.
- Perform preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting on equipment.
- Conduct tolerance checks as required by work instructions.
- Meet daily and weekly production quotas as directed by the Lead or Supervisor.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
- Use basic computer skills to input production data, complete checklists, and follow electronic work instructions.
- Promptly report any equipment or product issues to the Supervisor.
Warehouse Associate
Sports Endeavors
Mebane
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Pick heat press materials from inventory
- File heat press materials
- De-bag material from vendor packaging
- Print and process paperwork for Heat Press orders
- Build orders to run through the automated heat press line
- Load and unload orders from the automated heat press line
- Perform Quality Control on finished articles from the automated heat press
- Fix problem orders that come from picking
- Performs other duties as they are assigned.
Education
Williams High School
Burlington, NCSkills
- Quality assurance
- Laboratory safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Sample analysis
- Machine operation
- Quality inspection
- Data entry
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Timeline
Lab Technician
GKN Driveline
10.2023 - Current
Machine Operator
AKG of America
02.2021 - 10.2023
Warehouse Associate
Sports Endeavors
08.2018 - 02.2021
Williams High School