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Thomas Wood

Cradley Heath,Sandwell
Thomas Wood

Summary

Astute laboratory professional versed in monitoring lab testing and processing to verify accuracy and compliance. Supports data accuracy and traceability with strict adherence to established processes. Follows SOPs and diagrams to verify project requirements.

Overview

7
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Birmingham, West Midlands

Team leader
11.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Resolved employee relations issues and navigated disciplinary proceedings.
  • Led performance reviews and tailored employee feedback to facilitate professional development.
  • Trained staff in correct testing methods and techniques for reliable research outcomes.
  • Provided leadership and direction for employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
  • Recognised resource, process and procedure opportunities to improve laboratory performance.
  • Led team of 15 to achieve KPI targets and successfully complete assigned projects.
  • Prioritised and assigned tasks for strategic and optimised distribution of workloads.
  • Identified corrective and preventative action for quality issues through complete failure investigations.

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Birmingham, West Midlands

Laboratory technician
10.2016 - 11.2020

Job overview

  • Tested products and raw materials against Quality Control (QC) standards.
  • Gathered and maintained quality records in company databases.
  • Inspected both existing and new products to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Interpreted and compiled laboratory results for data-driven decision-making.
  • Operated, maintained and calibrated lab equipment, consistently meeting accuracy and schedule targets.
  • Handled reagents with care and precision.
  • Performed testing procedures according to agreed laboratory protocols.
  • Collaborated with research teams to troubleshoot and address technical issues in experiments.
  • Trained and mentored junior technicians to consistently meet and exceed productivity goals.

Eurofins
Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Chemistry analyst
08.2016 - 10.2016

Job overview

  • Tested thoroughly using diverse analytical methods such as GC, HPLC and MS.
  • Supported engineering functions with analytical testing capabilities for diverse analyses requirements.
  • Communicated analysis results to stakeholders for effective product formulation.
  • Delivered routine and non-routine analysis within strict deadlines for good project progress.

Education

University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton

Bachelor of Science from Forensic Science
09.2013 - 06.2016

University Overview

  • Achieved grade of 2:1

Halesowen College
Halesowen

Diploma of Higher Education from Applied Science: Forensic Science
09.2011 - 06.2013

University Overview

  • Achieved grade of Distinction, Distinction, Merit

Skills

  • Team development strategies
  • Workflow planning
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Critical Thinking
  • Superior communication skills
  • Excel proficiency
  • Data review and interpretation
  • Quality Control checks
  • SOP compliance
  • Quality Assurance
  • GLP compliance standards
  • Phlebotomy
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Timeline

Team leader

Thermo Fisher Scientific
11.2020 - Current

Laboratory technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific
10.2016 - 11.2020

Chemistry analyst

Eurofins
08.2016 - 10.2016

University of Wolverhampton

Bachelor of Science from Forensic Science
09.2013 - 06.2016

Halesowen College

Diploma of Higher Education from Applied Science: Forensic Science
09.2011 - 06.2013

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