Christopher Hawkins

Experience

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  Southdown Resources

  Jan 1990 - Jan 1994

  Chemist

  Wastewater compliance, environmental analysis.

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  Athena Analytical

  Jan 1994 - Jan 1997

  Chemist

  Environmental Chemist (Inorganic analysis)

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  Chicago Spectro Services

  Jan 1997 - Aug 1999

  Chemist

  Metallurgical chemist

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  Enthone

  Aug 1999 - Oct 2003

  Lab Supervisor / Six Sigma Green Belt

  Lab Supervisor for Quality Assurance Lab, Six Sigma Green Belt

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  Palm Commodities International (a Umicore company)

  Oct 2003 - now

  Lab Manager

  • Spearhead all aspects of laboratory administration including training, testing procedures, instrumentation, and personnel. • Assure adherence of laboratory forms and procedures in compliance with ISO 9001 standards. • Administer overall raw material and goods specifications to meet and exceed internal requirements and client specifications. • Develop batch formulations for new products and special projects. • Review the accuracy of batch formulation and physical test protocols on lab and pilot batches prior to implementation.• Direct KPI data and statistical analysis reporting to senior management for the seamless workflow of the organization.• Provide chemical and technical resources to other departments to enhance organizational effectiveness.• Manage product labels in compliance with DOT and OSHA GHS requirements.• Analyze non-conforming material and determine disposition of materials.• Reduced laboratory consumable costs by 20%. Show less