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Research Analysis & Quality Assurance Specialist | Lab Testing, Technical Documentation & IT Systems Expert | Data Integrity, Compliance & Process Improvement Leader

Overview

Experienced research and quality assurance professional with a long track record supporting analytical testing, technical documentation, and IT-enabled quality systems across major consumer goods companies. Background includes laboratory operations, raw material and finished product analysis, data management, and digital system administration for compliance-critical functions. Skilled in partnering with R&D, manufacturing, and QA teams to develop reliable tools, improve process control, and ensure consistent adherence to quality standards. Known for delivering reliable analysis, strong documentation, and scalable solutions that enhance operational performance.

Short Bio

Quality assurance and research analysis specialist with deep experience across laboratory operations, technical documentation, and IT-supported quality systems. Skilled in wet chemistry, analytical instrumentation, and development of digital tools that strengthen compliance and process control. Contributed to major quality, data, and documentation initiatives supporting consumer goods and manufacturing operations.

What I Bring

  • Strong laboratory analysis capabilities across wet chemistry, GC, FTIR, and bench-top instrumentation

  • Extensive experience building Excel- and SharePoint-based analytical tools and QA systems

  • Proven ability to manage and improve SOP, documentation, and compliance workflows

  • Strong technical troubleshooting and research skills applied across diverse products and processes

  • Effective at aggregating and interpreting data for manufacturing, quality, and R&D environments

  • Skilled in training teams, supporting system transitions, and managing contractor activities

  • Ability to execute multiple concurrent projects with precision and consistency

Key Technologies & Product Expertise

  • Wet chemistry methods

  • Gas Chromatography

  • FTIR analysis

  • Refractometers and viscometers

  • Analytical laboratory equipment setup and validation

  • SharePoint 3.0

  • Veeva document management

  • SuccessFactors My Learning administration

  • MS Excel automation and database systems

  • Lectora Publisher (knowledge check creation)

  • eRLM systems

  • Electronic specifications and standards systems

Titles Held

  • Researcher / Independent Contractor, Your Encore (Intellex) Company (2010 – Present)

  • Senior Researcher, Procter & Gamble (1980 – 2009)

Career Highlights

  • Performed extensive wet chemistry analysis supporting manufacturing quality control for antifreeze and related products

  • Oversaw contractor safety, training, and compliance at multiple technical centers

  • Served as Veeva Super Administrator, leading plant-wide documentation transitions

  • Managed site safety training programs and SOP compliance through SuccessFactors administration

  • Developed large-scale SharePoint and Excel databases supporting major production relocations

  • Created QA standard books, compliance tools, and training systems for multiple P&G businesses

  • Built automated formula, batch-making, and material balance tools widely used in production environments

  • Conducted extensive analytical work supporting product development and quality assurance for major consumer brands

  • Implemented GC and other analytical systems at plant level to expand testing capability

  • Supported broad analytical instrumentation setup, validation, and operator training across multiple P&G product areas

Education & Professional Certifications

  • A+ Certification

  • Extensive laboratory and IT systems training (various internal programs)

Languages

English- Native

Impact

  • Strengthened laboratory and quality systems across multiple consumer goods and chemical manufacturing operations through reliable analytical testing and validated processes

  • Enhanced compliance and documentation accuracy by administering major transitions to new digital platforms including Veeva, SuccessFactors, and eRLM

  • Increased operational efficiency through development of automated Excel, SharePoint, and electronic training tools used across research and manufacturing teams

  • Improved data-driven decision-making by aggregating, organizing, and interpreting analytical and stability data for long-term product development

  • Supported consistent, high-quality production at contract manufacturer sites through QA tool creation, standards documentation, and hands-on oversight

Experience

45

Years of Experience

Fields of Expertise