Melissa Cunningham
Cleveland
Summary
Detail-oriented Chemical Compounder with expertise in equipment operation and safety compliance. Proven track record in quality control and process optimization, ensuring adherence to safety standards and enhancing production efficiency.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Compounder
Formulated Solutions
Cleveland
10.2002 - Current
- Operated mixing equipment for precise formulation of chemical compounds.
- Monitored batch processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards and minimizing risk during production.
- Conducted quality control tests on finished products, guaranteeing consistency and meeting quality specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions during production runs.
- Ensured proper cleaning and maintenance of all mixing tools and equipment.
- Analyzed raw material samples and monitored product quality, identifying and troubleshooting deviations promptly.
- Followed safety procedures when handling materials and discarding waste.
- Stored hazardous chemicals in a safe manner according to OSHA standards while adhering to established guidelines regarding labeling, storage areas and disposal procedures.
- Monitored temperatures, pressures and flows during processing operations to maintain product quality.
- Collected data from tests performed during production runs for use in preparing reports that document results of experiments or trials.
- Developed new formulations based on customer requirements while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
- Calibrated instruments used for measuring pH, viscosity, specific gravity or other properties of compounds.
- Inspected finished products visually for conformance with quality standards before packaging them for shipment.
- Prepared accurate documentation related to all aspects of the compounding process including SOPs, batch records and logbooks.
- Performed daily safety checks to ensure equipment operated according to safety protocols.
- Verified that all components used in the formulation meet required specifications before beginning the compounding process.
- Worked closely with suppliers to obtain high-quality raw materials at competitive prices.
- Made decisions and executed changes based on process data, quality checks and test results to keep products at target and within specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bradley Central High School
Cleveland, TN05-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assistant
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TNSkills
- Chemical formulation
- Batch processing
- Quality control
- Process optimization
- Chemical safety procedures
- Safety compliance
- Regulatory compliance
- Process control expertise
- Process monitoring
- Operation Monitoring
- Batch ingredients preparation
- Data analysis
- Material analysis
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Equipment operation
- Organizational skills
- Task prioritization
- Adaptability
- Effective communication
- Strong communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability
Timeline
Chemical Compounder
Formulated Solutions
10.2002 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bradley Central High School
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assistant
Chattanooga State Community College