Darwin Malinao
Senior Laboratory Technician
Silang,Cavite
Summary
Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized manner. Leverages quality control and quality assurance expertise to manage job functions. Excellent communicator with focus on results. Reliable individual with skills and experience as Laboratory Technician. Smart and committed to job well done and offering exceptional drive.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Senior Laboratory Technician
ADNOC Offshore
Abu Dhabi City
01.2021 - Current
- Processed plant samples according to priority and documented results.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of samples in proper containers.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Researched new methods and techniques to improve laboratory procedures.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Developed and implemented new protocols to improve accuracy of laboratory results.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
Senior Laboratory Technician and Chemist
Saudi ARAMCO
Ras Tanurah City
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Performed audits in quality management system to check and correct the system non-conformities.
- Conducted audits and risk assessments pertaining to OSHAS 18001 standards to mitigate all the potential risk in the laboratory.
- Implemented and performed equipment calibration/preventive maintenance as per schedule.
- Removing instruments from operation, which are to be obsolete and succeed to acquire the replacement.
- Performed the commissioning activities of the newly purchased instrument with the vendors.
- Update newly commissioned instruments in LIMS. Interlinked all the tests of samples relevant to the instrument.
- Assigned the instrument identification, location, quality control check, and calibration & PM schedule.
- Conduct inventory of chemicals and spare parts and update the re-order level to avoid out of stock items.
- Identify the specific MSDS of chemicals used in testing in accordance to OSHAS 18001.
- Performed weekly internal safety inspection, which involves first aid & spill kit availability, eyewash readiness, expired chemicals & reagents, unsafe condition and other potential risk in the working area.
- Worked on developing a fuel oil product to eliminate the usage of diesel oil in exchange of LCO (light cycle oil) to be able to maximize the refinery yield.
- Provide professional training and assistance to the technicians in the resolution of substantial laboratory-related technical problems in the areas of chemistry; chemical and instrumentation.
- Update any NCR findings from the audit by revising work instructions and calibration instructions.
- Perform equipment calibration according to its maintenance history.
- Conduct technical presentation on instrument maintenance troubleshooting to the technician to be able for them to learn and understand the concept of solving instrument problem.
- Certifying operators on how to perform sampling in the Ras Tanurah Refinery.
- Assigned LPG/ NGL sample quality controller.
- Mix LPG samples (C3 and C4 samples with presence of olefins, ASTM D2163)
- In-process LPG samples (C1 – C6+ samples, ASTM D2163)
- Flu gas, hydrogen and refinery gas samples , UOP 539 for RGA
- Benzene in gasoline, ASTM D3606
- MTBE in gasoline, ASTM D5441
- DHA (PIONA) in gasoline, ASTM D6730
- PIONA in gasoline and naphtha using reformulyzer GC
- Simulated Distillation in diesel, kerosene and LVGO, ASTM D2887
- Hi-Temp SIMDIS in HVGO
- Sulfur species in LPG, (UOP 791) and gas (ASTM D5504)
- Most of these GC’s are Agilent and only few are Perkin Elmer.
Laboratory Technician II
Qatar Gas
Ras Laffan Industrial City
02.2014 - 11.2016
- Maintained consumables and glassware inventory by receiving and inventorying incoming shipments.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Safely handles and tests sour water, caustic, condensate and chemical samples containing high H2S content.
- Performs test required for boiler water, fresh cooling water, sour water, condensate, selexol, ucarsol samples.
- Trains new technicians in general laboratory analysis.
- Witness sample collections with the plant operators on how and where to gather sample to verify correct sampling procedure.
- Follows waste management disposal procedure and able to respond to any emergencies
- Reports any instrument abnormalities and out of calibrated instruments to immediate superior.
- Ensures instrument accuracy and reliability by running standard checks as well as maintaining good housekeeping to have a safe working environment.
- Applies ISO 9000 (quality management system), ISO 14000 (environmental management) and ISO 17025 (laboratory accreditation) in laboratory work all the time.
- Operates LIMS in reporting test results conducted to samples, monitor calibration schedules and checking of chemical and reagents availability.
Senior Laboratory Technician
Rabigh Refining and Petrochemical Company
Rabigh City
09.2007 - 12.2013
- articipated in laboratory start-up and commissioning laboratory activities such as trainings and method testing and development.
- Lead the shift in order to organize and finished all shift tasks in the absence of shift supervisor.
- Prepared documents for the ISO 9000 certification and ISO 14000 audit preparations.
- Wrote SOP's made necessary revision whenever amendments made.
- Performed monthly instrument calibration.
- Validated reagents by standardization on a specified frequency and conduct inventory for chemical stocks.
- Conducted monthly safety talk for the laboratory staff.
- Efficiently performed sample testing as per standard operating procedure, which refers to ASTM, UOP and other international petrochemical reference manuals.
- Facilitated and evaluated trainings of Saudis on their apprenticeship program on actual lab jobs.
- Trained newly hired technicians.
- Observed and reported any unsafe actions and conditions or any near misses in the laboratory to the supervisor.
- Highlighted abnormalities on instruments, method, samples and test results to immediate superior.
- Utilized the LIMS in reporting the analysis results performed to products, monitored the calibration and verification of chemical and reagent stocks.
Dry Laboratory Technician
JX Nippon Mining & Metals Philippines Incorporated
Binan, Laguna
10.1998 - 09.2007
- Received and checked raw and in process samples and information data sheet compatibility.
- Performed required copper foil testing to ensure its quality:
- Physical testing, visual and baking. Mechanical testing, bendability, tensile strength high temp elongation (HTE) and room temp elongation (RTE).
- Board testing and peel strength parameters.
- Maintained customer rolls documentation and tractability.
- Ensured clarity and completeness of records on test results.
- Practiced cleanliness in working area.
- Ensured compliance with SOP’s and quality systems and procedures.
- Performed total preventive maintenance (TPM) in the laboratory.
- Conducted SEM analysis.
- Reported test results using LIMS.
Education
Diploma in Chemical Technology -
Technological University of The Philippines
Manila Philippines 06.1994 - 06.1997
Skills
Certified petroleum laboratory testing professional
Quality control monitoring
Lab result interpretation
Gas chromatography analyst
Quality control
Documentation and reporting
Certification
ASTM Certified Petroleum Laboratory Professional for Aviation Turbine Fuel (Jet A-1)
Work Availability
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Quote
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Timeline
Senior Laboratory Technician
ADNOC Offshore
01.2021 - Current
ASTM Certified Petroleum Laboratory Professional for Fuel Oil
11-2020
ASTM Certified Petroleum Laboratory Professional for Crude Oil
11-2020
ASTM Certified Petroleum Laboratory Professional for Motor Gasoline
01-2019
Certified Quality Management System Internal Auditor
12-2018
Senior Laboratory Technician and Chemist
Saudi ARAMCO
01.2017 - 01.2021
Laboratory Technician II
Qatar Gas
02.2014 - 11.2016
Senior Laboratory Technician
Rabigh Refining and Petrochemical Company
09.2007 - 12.2013
ASTM Certified Petroleum Laboratory Professional for Aviation Turbine Fuel (Jet A-1)
11-2000
Dry Laboratory Technician
JX Nippon Mining & Metals Philippines Incorporated
10.1998 - 09.2007
Diploma in Chemical Technology -
Technological University of The Philippines
06.1994 - 06.1997