Licensed Chemical Technician with 7+ years of extensive experience in QA/QC within chemical manufacturing environments. Proven track record conducting complex physicochemical analyses, managing regulatory compliance, optimizing laboratory operations, and driving continuous improvement through supplier quality management. Skilled in in-process and incoming/outgoing material inspection, destructive and non-destructive testing, validation and management of lab testing methods/specifications, and cross-functional coordination to ensure quality, specification accuracy, and operational efficiency improvements.

Michael Robert Roja Balatayo

Licensed Chemical Technician with 7+ years of extensive experience in QA/QC within chemical manufacturing environments. Proven track record conducting complex physicochemical analyses, managing regulatory compliance, optimizing laboratory operations, and driving continuous improvement through supplier quality management. Skilled in in-process and incoming/outgoing material inspection, destructive and non-destructive testing, validation and management of lab testing methods/specifications, and cross-functional coordination to ensure quality, specification accuracy, and operational efficiency improvements.

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Licensed Chemical Technician with 7+ years of extensive experience in QA/QC within chemical manufacturing environments. Proven track record conducting complex physicochemical analyses, managing regulatory compliance, optimizing laboratory operations, and driving continuous improvement through supplier quality management.

Skilled in in-process and incoming/outgoing material inspection, destructive and non-destructive testing, validation and management of lab testing methods/specifications, and cross-functional coordination to ensure quality, specification accuracy, and operational efficiency improvements.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner

Work Experience

Laboratory Technician (Incoming Materials Inspection, QA/QC) at Chemrez Technologies Incorporated
May 1, 2021 - Present
Performed physicochemical analyses of incoming bulk and industrial raw materials, production request materials, pre-delivery materials, and outgoing finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards. Inspected and conducted both destructive and non-destructive testing of packaging materials, streamlining the testing process by ~20%. Validated and managed laboratory testing methods and material specifications while training laboratory assistants on compliance and quality assurance protocols. Liaised with cross-functional teams (Design & Development, R&D, Procurement, Marketing, Warehousing, Production) to monitor material status, quality, and specifications. Submitted cost-efficiency projects for laboratory operations and contributed to sustainability objectives, reducing hazardous chemical waste and energy consumption by 20%. Streamlined cross-department communication by launching a dedicated Google Workspace platform to eliminate warehousing-to-production wait times.
In-Process QA/QC Laboratory Technician at Chemrez Technologies Incorporated
November 1, 2018 - May 1, 2021
Conducted hourly physicochemical analysis of in-process materials to provide critical data for validating adherence to product quality and industry standards. Generated, reviewed, and approved QC slips and Certificates of Analysis to improve documentation processes. Managed laboratory inventory and consumables, implementing a tracking system that reduced shortages by ~15%. Conducted weekly calibrations and preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure reliability and optimal performance.
Supervised Industrial Plant Trainee at Carmen Copper Corporation
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017
Supported various departments including Mill Process, Quality Assurance, R&D, Mining, Geology, Administration, and Logistics, gaining a comprehensive understanding of industrial process flow and operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology Management at Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Diploma in Materials Science & Engineering Technology - Major in Process Technology at Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

PRC License No. 0003648
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Professional Services