Nicholas Donnie Darbasie
Astoria, Queens, New York
Summary
Laboratory Supervisor with 15+ years of experience leading industrial Lab operations, QA/QC systems, and HSE compliance. Proven track record of maintaining 100 % audit compliance, achieving zero safety incidents, and ensuring uninterrupted Laboratory operations through strong equipment and team management.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Supervisor
PROMAN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
Point Lisas Industrial Estate, Couva, Trinidad
04.2007 - Current
- Managed laboratory activities, guaranteeing adherence to QA/QC protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Implemented training and performance strategies for a team of 24 staff, focusing on safety protocols and productivity enhancements.
- Monitored and enforced audit protocols, resulting in 100% compliance and zero non-conformance reports since 2017.
- Evaluated and strengthened safety measures, achieving an exemplary record of zero incidents during a five-year period.
- Evaluated and adjusted $500k budget to maximize cost-effectiveness and streamline resource management.
- Monitored and maintained equipment through scheduled preventative measures and backup instrumentation to sustain operational efficiency.
- Ensured consistent calibration and availability of more than 80 instruments, enhancing overall equipment performance.
- Conducted thorough assessments of chemical and consumable inventory to maintain consistent operational flow.
- Managed workflow schedules, optimizing resource allocation for efficient laboratory processes.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational, Environmental, Safety And Health
University Of The West Indies
Saint Augustine, Trinidad And Tobago05-2015
Master of Science - Chemistry
Long Island University
Brooklyn, New York05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of The West Indies
Saint Augustine, Trinidad05-2002
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Method development
- Relationship building
- Training and mentoring
- Gas Chromatograph, Nitrogen Analyzer, pH & Conductivity, Density & Temperature Measurement
- Equipment Calibration & Maintenance/QA/QC Systems/ISO 9001 Compliance
Timeline
Laboratory Supervisor
PROMAN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
04.2007 - Current
Master of Science - Occupational, Environmental, Safety And Health
University Of The West Indies
Master of Science - Chemistry
Long Island University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of The West Indies