Roland Appiah
Durham
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
University of Ghana
01.2020 - 09.2023
- Supervised final-year undergraduate students research work in the collection of field data and the analysis of plant, soil, and water samples in the laboratory
- Conducted student’s plant practical lessons for all undergraduate courses, from first (freshman) to fourth (final) year students, setting up a laboratory with collected field specimens
- Assisted in undergraduate student’s field lessons in plant identification, collection, press, and preservation
- Offered technical assistance to the commercial medicinal seed propagation project as a committee member at the Department
- Conducted the calibration of instruments in the laboratory for proper functioning, accurate results, and maintenance.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
Quality Control Technician
SBC Ghana Ltd
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Led an inspection of the production area, checking environmental cleanliness before and after the production of Bottled Beverages in compliance with the cGMP
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues
- Inspected the quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance, and other specifications
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
Quality Assurance Specialist
Letap Pharmaceuticals Limited
11.2015 - 05.2019
- Supported the company in maintaining a work environment focused on quality, communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork
- Mentored and coached team members on QA topics and strategies
- Organized and maintained work environment to allow for maximum productivity
- Identified issues to improve workflows.
- Recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team to implement corrective actions.
- Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards.
Pupils Teacher
Dromonaa International School
08.2013 - 11.2015
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding
- Kept students on task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Conducted evaluations to measure the performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement
- Supported students physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
- Participated in a parent-teacher conference to discuss the developments of students and increase support.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Environmental Chemistry
Accra Technical University
Higher National Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Accra Technical University
11.2017
Skills
- Laboratory Skills
- Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
- Teaching
- Inventory Management
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Lab Equipment Processes
- Sample Collection Techniques
- Blood Typing
- Laboratory Safety Protocols
- Acute Care Expertise
- Instrument Calibration
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
University of Ghana
01.2020 - 09.2023
Quality Control Technician
SBC Ghana Ltd
05.2019 - 12.2019
Quality Assurance Specialist
Letap Pharmaceuticals Limited
11.2015 - 05.2019
Pupils Teacher
Dromonaa International School
08.2013 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Technology - Environmental Chemistry
Accra Technical University
Higher National Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Accra Technical University
Similar Profiles
Thelma OwusuThelma Owusu
Administrative Assistant at University of GhanaAdministrative Assistant at University of Ghana
Prof. Prince Ofori AmponsahProf. Prince Ofori Amponsah
Lecturer to Associate Professor at University of GhanaLecturer to Associate Professor at University of Ghana
Nancy Adu-OtchereNancy Adu-Otchere
Nurse at University of GhanaNurse at University of Ghana
Kizito NkumKizito Nkum
Undergraduate Research at University of GhanaUndergraduate Research at University of Ghana
Celia ChandlerCelia Chandler
Desktop Support Specialist at City of Rochester, NHDesktop Support Specialist at City of Rochester, NH