Cassandra Flemming

Cassandra Flemming

Pharmaceutical Packaging Technician

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Specification Analyst at Carpenter Technology

  • Education

    • University of Pittsburgh

      2006 - 2007
    • Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

      2009 - 2011
      Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) Environmental Science
  • Experience

    • Sharp Corporation

      May 2009 - Sept 2009
      Pharmaceutical Packaging Technician

      • Maintained sterile and orderly environment: Understood and responsible for implementing cGMPs.• Ensured quality of pharmaceutical grade product was to strict standards.• Recognized for going above and beyond by completing project 2 weeks before due date.

    • Lower Macungie Township

      Jun 2010 - May 2011
      Intern for Historical Society

      • Used GIS extensively to plot historic homes on maps for record keeping and preservation• Participated in monthly meetings to discuss progress and goals• Collected geological and topographical field data for mapping and integration• Combined multiple requests and ideas to form a multifunctional tool • Wrote a user guide manual for the update and use by township personnel

    • Lutron Electronics

      May 2011 - Aug 2011
      Product Line Specialist

      • Responsible for assembling custom and specialized electronic lighting systems• Maintained a strict standard to ensure a high quality product• Cross trained in multiple areas to ensure continuous workflow

    • Amazon

      Aug 2011 - Jan 2012
      Product Receiver

      • Recognized for maintaining an above standard efficiency and accuracy of 115%• Learned to work in a diverse environment with large amounts of people• Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment and adhering to strict safety protocol

    • Benchmark Analytics, Inc.

      Jan 2012 - Nov 2013
      Environmental Laboratory Analyst

      • Trained in the Radiology department to analyze soil and water samples in a range of tests using a gas flow proportional counter, including radium 228, radium 226, gross alpha/beta, and radon.• Cross trained in wet chemistry to analyze samples using Ion Chromatography and Spectrophotometry. • Working knowledge of PADEP, EPA, OSHA, NELAC, NIST, USDA and FDA regulations. • Performed, analyzed, reviewed and verified laboratory data, instrument calibrations, and SOP’s.• Problem solved to reduce spending, increase testing efficiency and accuracy; organized and implemented a protocol for analyzing hydro-fracking samples and oil samples.• Maintained Radium 226 EPA certification, passed with less than 10% deviation; helped pass EPA audit with no infractions.• Developed an in-depth understanding of all aspects of laboratory work, from field sampling to record keeping and analysis to final reporting.• Rapidly prepared samples, media, materials, and reagents for testing.• Innovated and established new methodologies to reduce spending, increase testing efficiency and accuracy.Instrumentation: Gas flow proportional counter, HPLC, IC, scintillation counter, Turbidity meter, pH meter, GC/MS, DO probe, UV/vis spectrophotometer, Autoclave.Computer skills: Microsoft Office, Open Office, ArcGIS, LIMS, Eclipse, Adobe Acrobat.Tests Certified in:Radium 228, Radium 226, Radon 222, gross alpha beta, anions by IC (Flouride, Bromide, Nitrate, Nitrite, Sulfate, Ortho-phosphate, Chlorat,e Chlorite), Total Solids in Liquids, MBAS, Total Dissolved Solids, Total Suspended Solids, Volatile Solids, Ortho-phosphorus(UV-vis), Nitrite(UV-vis), Bromate, Perchlorate, Odor, Color, Total Residual Chlorine, Turbidity, pH, Alkalinity, Ammonia, Standard Plate Count, Biological Oxygen Demand and Coliform. Show less

    • Cambridge-Lee Industries LLC

      Nov 2013 - Feb 2017
      Quality Technician

      • Knowledge of copper tube production process: casting, drawing, finishing, annealing, etc.• Collect, analyze, and interpret samples in a timely manner.• Monitor and problem solve the root cause of defects in a team setting. • Evaluate and approve ACR/OXY MED tubing.• Report daily metallographic data.• Evaluate stock supplies and order PO's in SAP.• Calibrate, evaluate and repair micrometers, gages, dials, etc.• Maintain/edit calibration database in Lotus Notes.• Contact and arrange outside and on-site equipment calibrations.• Research, evaluate, and purchase new testing equipment.• Familiwith documentation of ASTM and ANSI• Issue metallurgical certificates to customers on commercial orders.• Set up, maintain, and repair NDT Eddy Current testers.• Train production staff on new procedures, equipment, and standards.• Ensure controlled documents are up to date and properly distributed. • Monitor heat casts and calculate scrap metal bleed rates.• Maintain databases and utilize data for analytical purposes. • Practice lean manufacturing and 5S.• Work on special projects to improve quality and reduce manufacturing costs through continuous improvement.Certifications: NDT Level 1Metallographic testing :Grain size analysis, tensile testing, Rockwell hardness, cleanliness testing, ACR and LWC, micrometer dimensional inspection, Autocad microscope, visual inspection, Spectrometer analysis, Gas analyzer analysis, and Burst/Pressure testing.Programs:Microsoft Office, SAP, Lotus Notes Show less

    • Carpenter Technology Corporation

      Feb 2017 - now
      Specification Analyst
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • NDT Level 1