Resume
Jim Schwalm
Davenport, IA ?------------ ? ------------ ? ------------/in/jim-schwalm-chemistry
Skilled laboratory technician, experienced in analytical chemistry laboratory techniques, troubleshooting laboratory equipment/methodology, as well as proper development of research procedures. Aptitude to work in a dynamic, detail-oriented work environment. Possesses strong ability to quickly grasp detailed concepts.
Areas of Expertise
SAP
Budget Management
Customer Service
Microsoft Office Suite
Matlab
Business Technology
AutoCAD
Staff Training / Management
General/Analytical Laboratory Techniques
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry | University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 2016
Coursework: Analytical Measurements, Organic Chemistry, Synthesis and Measurements, Analytical Chemistry
Experience Highlights
KraftHeinz, Davenport, IA, February 2017 – Present
Laboratory Technician
Deliver food chemical analyses, such as fat, moisture, protein/ash determinations, color/density measurements. Effectively communicate with clients and vendors. Provide guidance on testing, performing systematic measurements on samples, interpretation of test results, as well as data logging and reporting. Maintain documentation and records.
Collaborate and interact with clients, Research & Development, and plant personnel.
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert within department in SAP/inventory management.
Hy-vee, Davenport, IA, October 2003 – September 2016
Market Manager/Meat Specialist
Provide prompt, effectual customer service in all customer interactions. Developed effective team working skills and initiated collaborative working relationships throughout departments. Supervised over 24 employees (including three managers), ensuring proper coverage over all departments.
Managed a budget of over $5M, ensuring proper allocation throughout departments.
university of iowa, Iowa City, IA, January 2016 – May 2016
Student Laboratory Technician
Worked as a student laboratory technician gaining proficiency in technical chemical laboratory skills such as: Liquid Chromatography, HPLC, Gas Chromatography, Near Infrared Spectroscopy, NMR, Mass Spectrometry, UV-Vis Spectroscopy, Capillary Electrophoresis. Ensured Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in all laboratory activities. Utilized Good Documentation Practices (GDP), while collecting and recording experimental data.
Community Leadership
volunteer petan, Petan, Guatemala, Summer 2008
Served as a volunteer for six weeks in Petan, Guatamala in the new construction of a preschool.
volunteers for environment and education programme, Katmandu, Nepal, Fall 2006
Provided Science and English education to over 250 kids (aged 4 – 14). Volunteered in an under developed country, routinely adjusting to minimal resources and medical emergencies.
Jim Schwalm
Davenport, IA ?------------ ? ------------ ? ------------/in/jim-schwalm-chemistry
Skilled laboratory technician, experienced in analytical chemistry laboratory techniques, troubleshooting laboratory equipment/methodology, as well as proper development of research procedures. Aptitude to work in a dynamic, detail-oriented work environment. Possesses strong ability to quickly grasp detailed concepts.
Areas of Expertise
SAP
Budget Management
Customer Service
Microsoft Office Suite
Matlab
Business Technology
AutoCAD
Staff Training / Management
General/Analytical Laboratory Techniques
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry | University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 2016
Coursework: Analytical Measurements, Organic Chemistry, Synthesis and Measurements, Analytical Chemistry
Experience Highlights
KraftHeinz, Davenport, IA, February 2017 – Present
Laboratory Technician
Deliver food chemical analyses, such as fat, moisture, protein/ash determinations, color/density measurements. Effectively communicate with clients and vendors. Provide guidance on testing, performing systematic measurements on samples, interpretation of test results, as well as data logging and reporting. Maintain documentation and records.
Collaborate and interact with clients, Research & Development, and plant personnel.
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert within department in SAP/inventory management.
Hy-vee, Davenport, IA, October 2003 – September 2016
Market Manager/Meat Specialist
Provide prompt, effectual customer service in all customer interactions. Developed effective team working skills and initiated collaborative working relationships throughout departments. Supervised over 24 employees (including three managers), ensuring proper coverage over all departments.
Managed a budget of over $5M, ensuring proper allocation throughout departments.
university of iowa, Iowa City, IA, January 2016 – May 2016
Student Laboratory Technician
Worked as a student laboratory technician gaining proficiency in technical chemical laboratory skills such as: Liquid Chromatography, HPLC, Gas Chromatography, Near Infrared Spectroscopy, NMR, Mass Spectrometry, UV-Vis Spectroscopy, Capillary Electrophoresis. Ensured Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in all laboratory activities. Utilized Good Documentation Practices (GDP), while collecting and recording experimental data.
Community Leadership
volunteer petan, Petan, Guatemala, Summer 2008
Served as a volunteer for six weeks in Petan, Guatamala in the new construction of a preschool.
volunteers for environment and education programme, Katmandu, Nepal, Fall 2006
Provided Science and English education to over 250 kids (aged 4 – 14). Volunteered in an under developed country, routinely adjusting to minimal resources and medical emergencies.