Sonya Daw Langston
Kinston
Summary
Hardworking and competent professional with extensive knowledge in chemical laboratory operations. Punctual and professional, driven to perform successfully in solitary role or as part of team.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Process Development Lab Technician
PCS (Potash Corp) and Nutrien
05.2017 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: Potash Corp and Agrium merged in January 2018.
- Build and operate pilot plants, sampling and analysis of pilot plant product, record keeping and data reporting, supply inventory and ordering, support engineering department with plant and product improvements and advancements, U.S. port shipment inspection of product and ships for overseas sales, worked closely with Senior Director Dr. John Godber with testing and reporting of potential new product and uses of by-products.
- Potash Corp and Agrium merged in January 2018.
Lab Technician
PCS (Potash Corp)
02.2007 - 01.2017
- Prepped and analysis ore and acid samples, handling and disposal of chemicals, equipment upkeep and repair, management and plant support, record keeping and data input.
Owner and Operator
Aurora Fisheries
10.2004 - 01.2011
- Own and operate hybrid stripe bass fish farm, operate Forklift, tractor, backhoe and boom truck, also heavy lifting. Keep tax records, order supplies, and maintain fish farm, Hatchery and equipment.
Store Manager
Attic Treasures
01.2003 - 10.2004
- Opened and ran store, sold merchandise, stocked store, Ran cash register, and handled complaints.
Q-C Lab Tech
Barrus Construction Company
09.1999 - 10.2002
- Company Overview: Division of APAC
- Ran quality control test on asphalt, keep detailed records, Fix any problems with mixture, make sure truck drivers and plant run according to state guidelines.
- Division of APAC
Assistant Manager
Pizza Hut
08.1999 - 09.1999
- Run register, keep all orders moving, keep people working, Customer service, money deposits.
Farm Manager
Aurora Fisheries
02.1999 - 08.1999
- Forklift, Tractors, Front-end loader, Lifted 50 pound bags of fish feed and lifted 80 pound bags of salt. Kept tax records, order supplies, and maintain fish ponds.
Front Presser
Kinston Apparel
08.1992 - 01.1999
- Front Press and Serves Girl.
Assistant Manager
C-Mart
- Cashier, Bank Deposit and Stock.
Education
High School -
North Lenoir High School
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Data analysis
- Chemical handling
- Pilot plant operations
- Quality control testing
- Supply inventory management
- Process improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Customer service
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Record keeping
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Safety compliance
References
- Dr. John Godber, 224-383-4956
- Faye Haddock, 252-524-5040
- Angela Carbonell, 252-402-4187
Jobs While In School
- Stacy’s, Cashier and Cook
- Plaza Movie Theater, Assistant Manager
- Adams Car Wash, Cashier and washed cars
- Bo Jangles, Food Packer
- Kentucky Fried Chicken, Food Packer and Cashier
Timeline
Lead Process Development Lab Technician
PCS (Potash Corp) and Nutrien
05.2017 - 01.2024
Lab Technician
PCS (Potash Corp)
02.2007 - 01.2017
Owner and Operator
Aurora Fisheries
10.2004 - 01.2011
Store Manager
Attic Treasures
01.2003 - 10.2004
Q-C Lab Tech
Barrus Construction Company
09.1999 - 10.2002
Assistant Manager
Pizza Hut
08.1999 - 09.1999
Farm Manager
Aurora Fisheries
02.1999 - 08.1999
Front Presser
Kinston Apparel
08.1992 - 01.1999
Assistant Manager
C-Mart
High School -
North Lenoir High School