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| Desired Industry: Management |
SpiderID: 6619 |
| Desired Job Location: Knoxville, Tennessee |
Date Posted: 4/17/2006 |
| Type of Position: Full-Time Permanent |
Availability Date: 05/30/2006 |
| Desired Wage: 50000 |
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U.S. Work Authorization: Yes |
| Job Level: Experienced with over 2 years experience |
Willing to Travel: Yes, Less Than 25% |
| Highest Degree Attained: Other |
Willing to Relocate: No |
Objective:
Objective:
Wish to join a challenging, dynamic organization where I can make an
immediate and important contribution while continuing my professional
growth. Available immediately.
Career Overview:
Broad experience stemming from applying myself in a disciplined
manner to write technical information, conduct engineering research &
development in a world-class research facility, work hands-on in an
$8 billion specialty chemicals company (as utilities trainer/relief
operator, laboratory analyst, and chemical operator), and operating
my own computer consulting business (for repairs, building new
systems, maintaining networks, and training customers in software
applications). Also held position as Senior Manager/Training Manager
in full-service restaurant with 22 employees.
Experience:
COMPUTER HELP, Knoxville, TN, 10/92 - Present.
Computer Consultant.
Operate small business, including performing computer repairs,
building new systems, maintaining networks, and training customers on
software applications.
ROHM & HAAS CO., Knoxville, TN, 02/96 - Present
Established a successful record of career growth and achievements
throughout career with this $8 billion specialty materials company.
Held the following positions: Utilities Trainer / Relief Operator
(01/02-Present); Laboratory Analyst (08/98-09/00); Chemical Operator
(02/96-09/98).
Responsibilities & Achievements:
* Hold a key role for writing departmental Job Procedure Manuals
that outline procedures and applications for Refrigeration, Boiler,
and Waste Gas operations.
* Serve as the Utilities Department Trainer with responsibilities
for training operations on new equipment applications and certify
their skills.
* Collaborated to develop procedures and train employees for start-
up of a new plant boiler.
* Maintain proper operation and sampling of Cooling Towers and
related systems, Refrigerated Water Chillers, Air Compressors,
Boilers, Waste Gas Incinerator, and various Pumps.
* Perform collection, sampling, and treatment functions and
release/store wastewater generated in the plant in accordance with
specified permit and environmental guidelines.
* Serve as a lead internal auditor in the ISO 9001/2000 Audit Team.
* While a Laboratory Analyst, analyzed raw materials, cooling tower
water, and finished products for compliance with Quality Control
standards and used Statistical Process Control charting to maintain
calibration of laboratory instruments. Used Gas Chromatograph, HPLC,
and other instruments.
* While a Chemical Operator, operated the chemical reactor to
produce 70,000 lb. batches of specialty chemicals.
- Take-Two Safety Coordinator for the Utilities Department.
LOCKHEED MARTIN ENERGY SYSTEMS, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak
Ridge, TN, 10/92 - 02/96
Engineering Assistant.
Conducted diverse research and development bench-scale and pilot-
scale activities related to the remediation of water, soil, and solid
contaminants. Maintained Cold Vapor AA Spectrometer.
Responsibilities & Achievements:
* Frequently co-authored scientific publications for various trade
publications and DOE reports.
* Wrote operating manuals for various lab instruments.
* Served as a professional representative of the lab and supported
public relations initiatives.
* Maintained cleanliness, inventory stock, and safety of laboratory.
* Selected to serve as Facility Supervisor over several laboratory
work areas and trained/supervised students.
* Coordinated remediation of OSHA violations for section.
* Earned Significant Events Award in 1995 for contributions to
professional development and public relations activities with
Pellissippi State Technical Community College.
* Won two Extra Mile Awards in 1995 for outstanding job performance.
Education:
Kennedy-Western University
Currently pursuing B.S. in E-Business/E-Commerce
(Estimated Completion Date: 09/07)
Pellissippi State Technical Community College, Knoxville, TN
A.S. in Chemical and Environmental Engineering Technology (May 1993)
Northeastern University, Boston, MA
Undergraduate credit Certificate in Technical Writing (2005)
Skills:
Technical Writing and Communication Strengths:
* Published technical documents for environmental research projects
and government reports.
* Created written operating and training procedures and manuals.
* Ability to relay highly technical information in easily
understandable terms.
* Strong communication skills. Good at training others.
* Currently learning to speak Spanish.
Computer Skills:
* MS Windows OS, MS DOS, MS Office applications, Illustrator,
Photoshop
* Dreamweaver, HTML, Anti-virus, Firewall, Anti-spyware programs,
Internet browsers
* Familiar with most all computer hardware components, basic
computer networking
* Highly skilled in troubleshooting computer hardware and software
problems
* Ability to provide end-user support and training on computer
applications and technical issues
* Intermediate experience with database creation and Web development
* Proficient using CDAS and DeltaV operating software
* Planning to take A+ Certification test in near future and
Network+ later this year
Additional Information:
SUSAN LORA CORDER
813 Owl Hollow Rd
Knoxville, TN 37923
(865) 919-7464
lcorder@knology.net
Dear Hiring Professional:
I wish to use my creativity, high energy, and skills to help your
organization solve problems.
I am confident that my extensive background of experience and
achievements in writing/editing technical documents for publication,
working in scientific and technical arenas, ability to convey highly
technical information to others in understandable terms, experience
in computer repair and troubleshooting, and my education will be an
asset. Enclosed is a copy of my resume for your review that will
give you some details regarding my skills, strengths, and
qualifications.
Please allow me to highlight a few of my strengths that assure I
will make a significant contribution:
* I enjoy being the "Go To" person to solve problems in fast-paced
business environments. I can work independently or as a valuable
team member, and offer exceptional organizational skills for managing
multiple assignments under strict deadlines.
* I am able to develop and convey information (training, public
relations, and sales) in understandable terms to others with
confidence and a high degree of credibility.
* I have a well rounded background in science, technology, writing,
research, and training.
I am confident in my abilities and I believe that you will find me a
promising candidate for the position. As my cover letter and resume
cannot fully communicate my qualifications, I would appreciate the
opportunity to meet with you to discuss how my skills and
determination make me a strong match for the position.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to
hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Susan Lora Corder
Candidate Contact Information:
| Name: Susan Corder |
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Phone: 865-919-7464 |
| City: Knoxville |
Fax: - |
| State: Tennessee |
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| Zip: 37923 |
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