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Leonardo Flores

Kensington

Summary

To secure a position with a stable and professional organization, where I can be a member of a team and utilize my experience to the fullest. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Charles River Laboratories
Bethesda
04.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated team schedules and ensured adequate staffing levels.
  • Coordinated vendor services and ensured compliance with safety standards.
  • Developed training programs for staff on equipment and safety procedures.
  • Oversaw inventory management for facility supplies and materials.
  • Implemented daily inspections to maintain cleanliness and organization standards.
  • Maintained records of preventive maintenance programs for various equipment in the facility.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.

Supervisor

BIOQUAL
Shady Grove
07.2022 - 09.2024
  • Supervised daily laboratory operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
  • Coordinated staff schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
  • Trained new employees on laboratory procedures and safety measures.
  • Assisted in managing inventory of supplies and ordered materials as needed.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
  • Coordinated with other department supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and project alignment.

Ensure that ACT’s and technicians followed and understand the (Standard operational procedures) SOP’s

NHP Supervisor

Priority One Services
Bethesda
01.2020 - 07.2022
  • Supervise 10 technicians in NHP and small rodents, including animal caretakers.
  • Have exposure to various species including mice, rats, Guinea pigs, cats, NHP. Coordinate daily schedules in the animal facility.
  • Oversee and provide technical support.
  • Insure that ACT's and technicians followed and understand the (Standard operational procedures) SPO's
  • Trained and mentored team members on best practices and procedures.
  • Observe animals's physical and physiological status to detect and stress factors that may alter data.
  • Sanitize cages and other animal equipment regularly to minimize the potential for contamination.
  • Receive incoming animals upon arrival and perform preventive measures.
  • Assist researchers and veterinarians by recording data, providing assistance when need be.
  • Responsible for feeding animals and maintaining specific diets for animals.
  • Perform daily janitorial duties
  • Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.

NHP Animal Caretaker 1-2

Sobran
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Perform daily animal health checks, report any abnormal conditions to the veterinary technician and/or supervisor
  • Change animal caging, to include feed and water according to SOP's or approved protocols
  • Clean and sanitize animal facility and assigned rooms according to SOP's
  • Assist behaviorist staff in pair housing of selected NHP's
  • Assist in any contract related activity as assigned by floor supervisor
  • Help prepare the floor, assist other caretakers as well as supervisory staff
  • Promoted to caretaker 2 within a year of employment

Cagewash

Priority One Services
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Maintain a clean and well-organized room following approved SOPs.
  • Perform daily animal health checks, report any abnormal conditions to the veterinary technician and/or supervisor
  • Capable of operating the following types of equipment; Autoclaves, Automated cage washing machines, ETC.
  • Change animal caging, to include feed and water according to SOP's or approved protocols
  • Ability to handle laboratory animals
  • Able to keep basic records
  • Basic computer skills
  • Promoted from cagewash to caretaker within a year.

Education

High school diploma -

St. James Academy

Skills

  • Communication
  • Awareness
  • Ability to teach and mentor
  • Relationship building
  • Tech-Savvy
  • ALAT/LAT Certified
  • Leadership Skills
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Decision Making
  • Management Skills
  • Inventory management
  • Safety compliance
  • Quality control

References

Upon request

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Charles River Laboratories
04.2024 - Current

Supervisor

BIOQUAL
07.2022 - 09.2024

NHP Supervisor

Priority One Services
01.2020 - 07.2022

NHP Animal Caretaker 1-2

Sobran
01.2018 - 01.2020

Cagewash

Priority One Services
01.2016 - 01.2018

High school diploma -

St. James Academy
Leonardo Flores