Allyson Guidinger

Experience

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  Orchestra Hall

  Jun 2007 - Aug 2011

  Summer Usher

  •Event set up and clean up•Ensured patron satisfaction •Distributed programs and directed patrons to their seats •Sold beverages and provided information for patrons at outdoor concerts

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  Camp Mowana

  Jun 2007 - Aug 2008

  Canoe Instructor, Lifeguard, Camp Counselor, and Dining Hall Supervisor

  •Developed and executed summer programming for groups of 5 – 50•Supervised and cared for campers•Tuned interpersonal skills by working with other leaders in a small community•Ensured safety and compliance for staff and campers through Canoe Orientation •Food preparation, administration, clean up •Pool maintenance

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  Residential Life, Gustavus Adolphus College

  Aug 2009 - May 2011

  Collegiate Fellow

  •Planned educational and social events for residents to develop community •Provided academic and personal support for 50 women•Enforced campus policies, mediated conflicts, and provided support in crisis situations•Acted as a liaison between students and the administration•Aided in the interview process for new CFs by recommending and interviewing qualified candidates•Trained new hires by explaining job responsibilities, protocols, regulations, and the reasons behind these

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  Office of Alcohol and Drug Education

  Aug 2010 - May 2012

  Office Assistant

  •Performed daily office operations such as reception and data entry using Microsoft Office, Adobe, InDesign•Reorganized office files and storage for ease of use•Designed monthly newsletter for campus leaders•Researched and designed educational bulletin boards, posters, and weekly schedule of campus activities •Facilitated a close working relationship between the office and residential life

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  Gustavus Swim Camps

  Jun 2011 - Aug 2011

  Coach / Counselor

  •Worked with athletes ages 7-17 individually and in groups to develop their swimming techniques•Taught new strokes in innovative ways•Promoted a fun atmosphere for learning and community development•Designed weight room, dryland, and pool workouts •Created meet lineups

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  EMSL Analytical, Inc.

  Sept 2012 - Sept 2013

  Microbiology Laboratory Technician

  •Performed routine analysis on food, water, environmental, and air samples, testing for bacteria, fungi, yeast, and mold•Demonstrated organizational skills by working independently multitasking and prioritizing multiple projects to complete them in a timely manner•Followed Standard Operating Procedures and cGMPs•Prepared media and reagents, ensured QC•Cleaned and maintained laboratory equipment including VIDAS and Autoclave•Received, inventoried, and stored lab materials •Completed laboratory documentation and performed data entry Show less

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  Green Iowa AmeriCorps

  Sept 2013 - Jul 2014

  Logistics Coordinator

  •Made Iowa more energy efficient through low impact home weatherization, energy education, and community outreach•Scheduled a structured work week for a team of 5, requiring customer service, sales management, event planning, and volunteer management •Demonstrated flexibility and creativity when priorities change and scheduling conflicts arose•Communicated effectively with a wide range of people•Updated paperwork, document tracking•Created fun motivating educational events for groups of all ages regarding green energy•Developed and maintained healthy partnerships with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Senior Corps, neighborhood associations, local churches, and the University of Northern Iowa •Created community gardens and rain gardens, built houses, planted trees, etc.•Certified by the Building Performance Institute Show less

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  Pace Analytical Life Sciences, LLC

  Jul 2014 - Jan 2019

  •Perform routine testing on pharmaceuticals, including water testing, microbial limits testing, sterility testing, antimicrobial effectiveness, gram stain, colony morphology, biological indicators, and particulate matter in injections•Collect environmental monitoring samples on site and at client facilities (surface, air, particles, compressed air, compressed particles)•Perform media QC/growth promotion•Follow cGMPs, SOPs, and laboratory methods•Proficient in aseptic technique, membrane filtration, pour/spread plating, serial dilutions, incubation, and enumeration•Participate in routine lab cleaning, waste disposal, glassware cleaning, and stocking supplies•Effectively communicate with project management and customers utilizing good verbal and written communication skills•Complete laboratory documentation using Epic Pro, LIMS, ELN, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel•Author laboratory investigations, method modifications, and deviations •Experience working independently and in group settings to complete projects on time•Promote safety in the workplace as a member of the Safety Committee trained in First Aid, CPR, and AED•Perform lab inspections, complete incident reports and hazard assessments, purchase safety supplies Show less •Prepared quotes using LIMS, lab methods, pharmacopoeias (USP/NF/EP/BP/ACS/FCC), and Microsoft Word and Excel •Communicated with sales, project management, and internal technical staff to gather all information necessary to generate quotes•Adhered to internal SOPs and cGMPs•Demonstrated organizational skills by managing multiple and changing priorities•Assisted other areas of the lab, including sample receiving, sample disposal, QA, and project management•Promoted community development as a member of the Employee Relations Committee•Created an environment in which all employees can thrive by working with other Pace Spirit Coordinators from around the country•Provided ergonomic assessments to prevent musculoskeletal injuries and to improve performance and productivity Show less

  • Microbiologist

    Jan 2017 - Jan 2019

  • Quoting Specialist

    Jul 2014 - Jan 2017
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  Takeda

  Jan 2019 - now

  •Champion change and continuous improvement through deployment and support of the AGILE program and wave initiatives, realizing business improvements and engaging all employees•Develop Lean Six Sigma skills and coaching capabilities through leading and co-leading initiatives, workshops, and AGILE projects•Manage cross-functional projects that drive operational efficiency•Support creation of site roadmap detailing AGILE activities which will be executed in the fiscal year in collaboration with the site/functional Leadership Team•Participate in strategy deployment process and support translation into department roadmap•Participate in AGILE Community of Practice and actively share best practices across the network•Support and assist other AGILE Champions for the sites and functions in their AGILE journey•Learn, share, and replicate good practices at the Singen, Germany site for 6 months•Lead PMO Governance Meetings and manage daily activities for 6 months•Coach AGILE concepts and mindsets and behaviors across the organization•Represent the Business Excellence function as a Brooklyn Park Ambassador•As a Values Ambassador, catalyze a culture of Takeda-ism (Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance) and of Patient, Trust, Reputation, and Business Show less •Perform routine and non routine testing including membrane filtration, conductivity, sterility testing, gram stain, colony morphology, growth promotion, and biological indicators•Collect and process environmental monitoring samples (surface, air, particles)•Maintain compliance with cGMPs, SOPs, and laboratory methods•Revise and author new SOPs•Draft and execute feasibility and verification studies•Author laboratory investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls•Coordinate projects and studies with analysts and vendors•Purchase laboratory supplies and equipment•Mentor and train QC Analysts•Interact crossfunctionally as a technical resource•Focus on projects pertaining to Microbiology and contamination control strategy Show less

  • Agile Champion (Operational Excellence Specialist)

    Nov 2021 - now

  • Quality Control Microbiologist III

    Jan 2019 - Nov 2021