Luke Giovanine

Experience

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  National Eagle Scout Association (DC)

  Jun 2017 - Jul 2017

  Research Assistant

  Assisted the National park in researching and mapping new pathways in order to expand the world record for longest cave system, and update the database with the Mammoth Cave Research group. This was a field research expedition that involved educational trips to multiple universities and full day trips into the caves all while collecting data with compass and inclinometer to assist in cartography. An incredible experience awarded to me via the World Explorer Program hosted by NESA.

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  Valparaiso University

  Jan 2019 - May 2019

  Office of Sustainability Intern

  Implemented a Community Garden, Wrote proposal to stop plastic bag usage, wrote the "Green Office Initiative" for the university.

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  Marquis Energy, LLC

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

  Laboratory Technician Intern

  Internship in the QC lab for the largest dry mill Ethanol plant in the US. Dealt with HPLC, GC, IC, TSS, Karl Fischer, and various analysis. Involved taking samples from around the plant, as well as time management, and general cleanliness.

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  Marquis Energy, LLC

  Dec 2019 - Feb 2020

  Laboratory Technician

  I was asked to come back and work while one of their employees were on maternal leave. I had lined up my job at PDC during this time, and knew I would start my new job once my friend had returned from maternal leave.

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  Peoria Disposal Company

  Feb 2020 - Dec 2021

  Field Technician

  Manage $80,000 of sampling equipment, as well as sampling events. Organize sampling routes and execute sampling at 100+ industries and landfills. Conduct waste solidification studies, log finance reports, miles driven, and maintain inventory.

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  Pace® Analytical Services

  Dec 2021 - Jan 2023

  Early morning help for the Organics Prep and extraction team, including water, oil, and soil extractions preparation and analysis. These responsibilities include working with hazardous samples, solvents, glassware and communicating with a team in a fast paced environment. After working with the Extractions team in the morning I gear up to sample various matrices in the field. This includes, Groundwater from power plants, landfills, industrial waste waters

  • Safety Officer, Shift Lead, Laboratory Technician

    Mar 2022 - Jan 2023

  • Field sampling technician and organics extraction lab technician

    Dec 2021 - Mar 2022
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  Blue Arrow Botanicals

  Jan 2023 - Feb 2025

  Extraction Manager

  Lead a team in the daily operations of a multi-million dollar cannabis laboratory/MIPs lab.Operate and maintain a ~$250k closed loop butane extraction system as well as the C1D1 rated environment it resides in as well as the extract post-processing needed to obtain high quality extracts.Operate and maintain a ~$200k Distillation rig and aim to produce 60 liters of distillate a month to supply carts and infused products such as water soluble tinctures and muscle balms.Operate and maintain a ~$200k CO2 extraction rig.Operate and maintain over $500k in other lab equipment including but not limited to Vacuum ovens, Reactors, Rotoevaporaters, water baths, and miscellaneous tools and equipment. Create Extracts including but not limited to FSO/RSO, Diamonds and sauce, HTFSE, Budder, Badder, Crumble, Decarboxylated Live Resin using both fresh frozen and cured starting material.Train new employees on and oversee the safety for all aforementioned equipment.Create company official SOPs for equipment use and miscellaneous procedures. Show less

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  CTE Global Inc.

  Feb 2025 - now

  Technical Account Manager