JUSTIN WHITE
Burlington,NC
Summary
Meticulous and well-trained laboratory team member bringing top-notch expertise in analyzing materials and contributing to successful product development. Solid background boosting quality of production with systematic review and on-going support. Demonstrated knowledge of experimental and practical application strategies.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Technician
Solenis LLC
01.2022 - Current
- Chemical processing and production support in an industrial environment.
- Prepare and test raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods.
- Approve or reject batches and log data accurately for internal stakeholders.
- Calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory instruments and safety gear.
- Follow safety data sheets (SDS) and handle hazardous chemicals properly
- Conduct chemical analyses to ensure product quality and compliance with specifications.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment to support testing processes.
- Conducted chemical analysis to ensure product quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Analyzed data from experiments to identify process improvements and enhance product performance.
Machine Operator
Precision Fabric Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintained production standards and workplace safety procedures.
- Set up, adjust, and run automated or manual precision cutting, sewing, or finishing equipment.
- Inspect raw fabrics and finished cuts for defects, measurement errors, or dye lot mismatches.
- Read blueprints, work tickets, and technical diagrams to ensure exact product dimensions.
- Clean work areas, perform basic troubleshooting, and follow all factory safety rules
- Operated and monitored precision machinery to ensure consistent product quality.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
Fire Watch / Hook Tender
Pacific Ship
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Supported shipyard operations and maintained fire watch responsibilities.
- Watch over areas where welding, cutting, or burning ("hot work") occurs.
- Keep fire extinguishers, hoses, and alarms ready for use.
- Stay on-site for at least 30 minutes after hot work finishes to make sure nothing smolders or ignites.
- Alert workers and emergency services immediately if a fire starts
- Operated and maintained equipment to ensure safe and efficient hook tendering processes.
- Coordinated with crew members to streamline loading and unloading operations, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Cage Washer
Charles River Laboratories
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Operated cage washing and autoclave equipment.
- Used Microsoft Office and Excel for workplace documentation.
- Run, monitor, and perform daily startup/shutdown routines on automated cage washers, autoclaves, and rack washers.
- Dump and scrape soiled bedding, wash animal caging, water bottles, feeders, and sanitize room floors and walls.
- Receive, store, and distribute animal feed, bedding, and husbandry supplies while tracking inventory levels.
- Complete logbooks and maintain accurate documentation according to strict compliance and safety standards
- Operated industrial washers to ensure cleanliness of laboratory equipment and supplies.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols and best practices in handling hazardous materials.
Animal Husbandry Technician
Johnson & Johnson LLC
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Performed cage changes, facility sanitation, and animal handling in BSL environments.
- Feed, water, and monitor laboratory rodents (or other research models) daily to evaluate health, behavior, and signs of distress. 1-5
- Clean, disinfect, and decontaminate animal caging, equipment, and rooms following strict standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Assist scientific staff with basic study procedures, including animal receipt, identification marking, specialized diets, dosing, and pre- or post-procedural care.
- Maintain precise logs for room environmental parameters (temperature, humidity), animal health tracking, and regulatory documentation under institutional guidelines.
Lead Technician
Explora Biolabs
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Led daily animal health checks and ensured SOP compliance.
- Managed cage changing, animal handling, and autoclave operations.
- Oversee daily feeding, watering, environment monitoring, and sanitation compliance within the Explora BioLabs animal facilities.
- Train, mentor, and direct junior animal care technicians and breeding staff on standard operating procedures (SOPs). 1-5
- Assist researchers with specialized in-vivo procedures, record keeping, weaning, sexing, and tracking complex breeding metrics.
- Conduct regular health checks, support sentinel and disease surveillance programs, and maintain adherence to IACUC guidelines
- Supervised laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians on advanced techniques and best practices.
Animal Husbandry Technician
GNF
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Performed health checks, animal handling, dosing, and blood draws.
- Conducted cage changes, cage washing, and autoclave operations.
- Managed animal care protocols to ensure optimal health and welfare standards.
- Developed and implemented breeding programs to enhance livestock productivity.
D3 Crane Operator
NASSCO
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Operated cranes safely and supported steel plate handling and preparation.
- Control portal, tower, mobile, and overhead (cab or floor) cranes to transfer loads using hand or radio signals.
- Rig machinery in and out of ships, set up boom lengths, and place crib outriggers.
- Run pre- and post-job checks, clean windows, log lift data, and handle basic repairs.
- Train and guide other workers on safe rigging and crane use
- Operated overhead and mobile cranes to facilitate construction and repair of naval vessels.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and protocols during crane operations.
Chemical Engineer (Switchman)
Rail Service
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Unloaded ethanol railcars and monitored ethanol testing procedures.
- Supported track placement and switching operations.
- Safely operate track switches, locomotives, or trackmobiles to spot railcars at plant loading racks.
- Couple and uncouple railcars, connect air hoses, and set hand brakes.
- Inspect railcars for leaks or damage, weigh cars, and assist with product transfer
- Led design and optimization of chemical processes, enhancing efficiency and safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented quality control measures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Operator / Driver
ITS Tech & Logistics LLC
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Operated cranes, side-loaders, and hostler equipment.
- Drive trucks, vans, or specialized tech-fleet vehicles safely along planned routes.
- Use onboard computers, GPS tracking, and Transport Management Systems to log data and get live updates.
- Load and unload cargo, scan barcodes, and track inventory movement.
- Do pre-trip and post-trip safety checks on both the vehicle and the built-in tracking technology
Operator / Driver
Parsce
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Operated Mi-Jack cranes and forklifts.
- Performed groundman duties.
- Drive hostler trucks to move containers and trailers between parking spots and rail tracks.
- Clear empty chassis from loading tracks.
- Work safely outside in different types of weather.
- Help crane operators and ground crews by spotting and reporting path blocks.
- Inspect vehicles before and after use
- Operated and maintained machinery to ensure efficient logistics processes.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated timely replenishment of stock.
Education
High School Diploma - Physical Therapy Studies
Tri Cities Regional Occupational Center
Whittier, CA01-1993
Diploma Obtained - undefined
Masada High School
Hawthorne, CA01-1992
Auto Body Repair Certificate - undefined
Southern California Regional Occupational Center
Torrance, CA01-1992
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Machine Operation
- Crane & Side Loader Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Animal Husbandry
- BSL/Containment Procedures
- Autoclave Operations
- Chemical Processing
- Rail Service Operations
- Microsoft Office & Excel
- Leadership
- Safety Compliance
- Laboratory techniques
- Sample preparation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Analytical chemistry
ADDITIONAL STRENGTHS
- Hardworking and dependable
- Excellent interpersonal and team skills
- Works well under pressure
- Fast learner
- Results-driven
- Flexible and adaptable
- Leadership experience
Timeline
Chemical Technician
Solenis LLC
01.2022 - Current
Machine Operator
Precision Fabric Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
Fire Watch / Hook Tender
Pacific Ship
01.2017 - 01.2018
Cage Washer
Charles River Laboratories
01.2014 - 01.2015
Animal Husbandry Technician
Johnson & Johnson LLC
01.2012 - 01.2014
Lead Technician
Explora Biolabs
01.2010 - 01.2012
Animal Husbandry Technician
GNF
01.2007 - 01.2010
D3 Crane Operator
NASSCO
01.2004 - 01.2005
Chemical Engineer (Switchman)
Rail Service
01.2003 - 01.2004
Operator / Driver
ITS Tech & Logistics LLC
01.2000 - 01.2003
Operator / Driver
Parsce
01.1999 - 01.2000
Auto Body Repair Certificate - undefined
Southern California Regional Occupational Center
Diploma Obtained - undefined
Masada High School
High School Diploma - Physical Therapy Studies
Tri Cities Regional Occupational Center